Take your applique to levels you never imagined with different tools and techniques to try and explore. Let our world-class instructors introduce you to a variety of applique techniques with the iquilt Learning Path: Adventurous Applique.
Follow our curated journey to sample different applique techniques. From an applique form of English Paper Piecing to classic Crazy Quilt Patchwork these iquilt instructors will be with you every step of the way.
Adventurous Applique
Begin by learning how to weave pieces together to create English Paper Piecing designs using applique with your sewing machine. Then Karen K. Stone shows you another new technique that will change the way you do applique placement.
Watch an overview of Karen’s class…
Lessons include:
- Prepping Templates & Fabric
- Pin, Glue & Iron
- Applique the Arc
- Fancy Shapes
- Machine Applique
Next, join Teri Henderson Tope as she shows you how to simplify applique using the reverse applique technique. This is also a great technique to make monograms!
Watch an overview of Teri’s class…
Lessons include:
- Fabric Selection, Marking & Basting
- Clipping & Stitching
- Leaves
- Lettering Variation
- Finishing
- Inspirations for Using Applique in Reverse
Sit down with Linda Poole and learn how create original appliques to use on your quilts. This technique is great for making special motifs, creating a fun quilt from children’s art work, or adding a personal touch to a special quilt.
Watch an overview of Linda’s class…
Lessons include:
- Tools
- Painting Practice
- Preparing to Paint
- Painting
- Drawn Details
- Preparing to Applique
- Machine Applique
- Quilting & Design Variations
Try the ultimate in foundation techniques while making Crazy Quilt blocks. Alice Wilhoit shows you how to do this applique piecing technique along with embellishment skills.
Watch an overview of Alice’s class…
Lessons include:
- Basic Applique Construction
- Applique Methods
- Crazy Patchwork Construction
- Embroidery Stitches
- Silk Ribbon Embroidery, Beading & Vintage Handkerchiefs
- Finishing Tips & Techniques
Finally, get expert advise on quilting applique quilts. Judi Madsen will show you step by step what quilting works best to make your applique pop!
Watch an overview of Judi’s class…
Lessons include:
- Design 1
- Designs 2 & 3
- Design 4
- Design 5
- Design 6
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