Your Step-by-Step Guide to Appliqué Made Easy Now you can find all the information you need about appliqué in one handy reference! Over 270 color photographs show you how to get the beautiful results you want, whether appliquéing by hand or by machine. Here's just a preview of what you'll find inside: * The secret to perfect hand appliqué stitches * Satin stitch, blanket stitch, and other decorative looks to finish fusible appliqués by machine * Invisible machine appliqué that looks as if it were done by hand (but takes a fraction of the time) * Stunning three-dimensional appliqué, including ruching, folding, and more * Folk art appliqué that's fast and fun * Colorful molas, an ethnic appliqué style, made quick and easy on the machine And more creative ways to have fun with appliqué. Tips and tricks that make appliqué totally trouble-free...even for first-timers.

· On trend contemporary projects that modernize traditional blocks, embrace minimalism, and rely on bold colors and contrast · Contains 12 modern quilt patterns that are great for any level sewer · Build skills with step-by-step instruction and photography, and tips on piecing, hand or machine appliqué and quilting, and finishing · Color theory, fabric selection, and elements of design are all clearly explained · Author Stephanie Soebbing is a savvy social media marketer with an e-commerce site, weekly podcast, and 40,000+ online followers

Everything you need to know about machine appliquE, from one of the best-loved quilt teachers in America. Includes 37 full-size patterns.

Gathering a variety of appliqué techniques, this guide features 10 projects that readers of all skill levels will be able to use to create singular and beautiful quilts. Crafters can experiment with different methods and choose those that suit their personal style the best. Techniques include hand appliqué, fusible appliqué, and 3-D appliqué, among others.

Find out how best-selling author Kim Diehl achieves her distinctive look. With this comprehensive how-to guide, she shares the secrets of her signature invisible machine-appliqué and wool-appliqué; techniques--plus needle-turn and fusible techniques! See techniques clearly demonstrated in more than 85 step-by-step how-to photos Discover the tools and supplies Kim recommends for your desired results Use any of Kim's applique methods to create her inspiring "Scrap Basket Blossoms" wall hanging (full-sized pattern included) Look for Kim Diehl's Best Appliqué Freezer Paper, also available from Martingale

Is it possible? Fusible applique that's soft and drapey--and easy? Yes it is, and Pat Sloan shows you how. An extremely popular teacher and designer with a huge online radio show following, Pat shares her fusible techniques for machine-stitched quilts that are as delightful to touch as they are pleasing to the eye. You'll love what you're about to create! Projects range from wall hangings to banners to bed quilts, all with Pat's fresh and cheery style Gain confidence and get all your questions answered--Pat shares loads of tips throughout Own the first in a series of "Teach Me" books from one of the world's best quilting coaches

Designer Robyn Pandolph's unique romantic style and soft colour sophistication have won her fans worldwide. Needleturn Applique Made Easy showcases Robyn's new Sentimental Journey fabric collection designed for South Sea Imports@. This new book features exquisite fabrics and a six-block quilt pattern entitled My Favorite Things. Each of Robyn's easy blocks is designed for a single fun lesson teaching essential needleturn applique techniques. Quilters then can apply the techniques to the book's charming projects inspired by Robyn's favourite design images. A featured six-block quilt teaches 10 Essential Applique Techniques: For Stitching, Narrow Points, Outer Curves, Inner Points, Inner Curves, Circles, Overlaying Pieces, Tight Inner Curves, Reverse Applique, Using Bias Bars 12 charming applique projects with favourite images such as: a wall hanging with folk art hearts, an oversized 20" X 20" pillow with butterflies, a bedside table skirt or dust ruffle with vintage flowers, heart sachets and much more Complete how-to for each design image with accurate diagrams and illustrations, and materials lists.

Love the look of curved piecing but not the pinning and matching required to make a quilt with curves? Author and designer Nancy Mahoney shows quilters how to cleverly create that dynamic look using easy machine applique. Choose from eight scrappy quilt patterns featuring beautiful curved-applique designs Learn two versatile machine-applique methods: fusible applique and starch applique Use convenient fat quarters, fat eighths, and precut strips--or cut from your stash

Go beyond basic scrap quilts with this guide to turning fabric bits snips into striking modern art quilts—featuring 8 quick and easy projects. In Scrappy Bits Applique, fabric designer and quilt artist Shannon Brinkley shares her secrets to putting sewing room scraps to use. With her easy stitching and collage techniques, she shows how simplicity can produce dramatic results. Shannon’s “scrappy” approach to quilting uses a fast raw-edged technique. With step-by-step instructions, she teaches you how to intuitively choose, cut, and sew bits of fabric to create a collage of unique images and textures. Included are eight engaging quilt projects to try out your new skills.

A concise guide to appliqué sewing and design, with projects included. Unleash your creativity with this book covering all of the basics of appliqué sewing and design! In this short introductory guide, this highly adaptable skill is described in step-by-step detail, with: Easy to follow projects Professional tips Fun variations and ideas