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

Here is a fresh look at applique and fifteen projects that are delightfully easy to do. All the techniques are explained and illustrated. Pull-out patterns included.

Learn how to use felt, cotton, and linen to create beautifully layered designs full of texture and contrast, then embellish with just a handful of basic embroidery stitches.

Award-winning applique quilting artist, Jeanne Sullivan, shows you how to create flawless appliqué in just minutes—by hand or machine. Get pinpoint accuracy more easily with this comprehensive visual guide (includes bonus CD of full-size template patterns). Anyone can learn her stress-free methods, even if you’ve never tried appliqué. Seasoned quilters and sewers will also love these new techniques for more complex designs and for faster, easier ways to make ruching, narrow lines, reverse appliqué, Broderie Perse, and more. Plus “what you see is what you get” with Jeanne’s process…work with your fabrics and templates right side up!

Kim Diehl adds a delightful new collection to her best-selling Simple series of books. Quilters will be thrilled to find beautifully scrappy quilt patterns in a variety of sizes. Kim's signature "Pin Point" tips help ensure success Gorgeous photos offer a host of inspiring decorating ideas Quilt patterns feature Kim's trademark mixture of patchwork and applique

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

The 50 States, State Flowers, Birds & Trees

"Classic embroidery motifs are made new with fresh color combinations using cotton and wool thread"--Back cover.

Machine and hand-appliqué essentials at your fingertips! This convenient pocket guide features Kim Diehl's unique and wonderfully successful technique for invisible appliqué by machine and turn-free appliqué by hand. Discover how to shorten your stitching time, how to finish appliqués that aren't reversed from the original pattern, and how preparation can eliminate the need to anchor seam allowances in place with starch or a fabric glue stick prior to stitching. Learn about Kim's invisible machine-appliqué techniques that use freezer paper and are infinitely quicker to complete. As a bonus, learn how to machine appliqué with trapunto! Best-selling author Kim Diehl of the popular Simple series returns with a convenient pocket guide to machine and hand appliqué. Appliqué confidently with easy-to-follow techniques, clear how-to photos, and tried-and-true tips. Gain the basic skills and knowledge of appliqué for personalized crafts.

A guide to using colored pencils to create the look of intricate appliqué.