The leaves are beginning to turn color as fall approaches. Get in the Autumn spirit with this majestic stag wool applique. Use this 16″ x 14″ block for a pillow, wallhanging, or table topper.
by Betsey Langford
Gather your supplies:
- 18″ x 16″ piece of wool, flannel or cotton for background
- 2 creams for antlers
- 4 browns for body, head and ears
- 2 lt browns for muzzle and body
- black for eyes and nostrils
Cutting Instructions:
Cut the background fabric to the desired size. The minimum for the pattern is 16″ x 14″ without seam allowances.
Applique –
- Trace the pattern pieces onto freezer paper. Be sure to add the parts that overlap.
- Cut the pieces out leaving a border around all cutting lines.
- Press the freezer paper to the front side of the wool scraps.
- Cut out the stag pieces on the tracing line.
Putting the stag together:
Step 1 – Body
- Using the diagram as a guide, place the three body sections on the background fabric.
- Baste in place (glue isn’t recommended for this project since repositioning will be necessary).
Step 2 – Head
- Using the diagram as a guide, place the head on the body and background fabric.
- Baste in place.
Step 3 – Antlers and Ears
- Using the diagram as a guide, place the antlers and ears on the head and background fabric.
- Reposition any pieces necessary.
- Baste in place.
- Stitch all the pieces in place with matching embroidery floss once you are pleased with the positioning.
Step 4 – Muzzle
- Using the diagram as a guide, place the muzzle on the head.
- Baste in place.
- Stitch in place with matching embroidery floss.
Step 5 – Eyes & Nostrils
- Using the diagram as a guide, place the eyes and nostrils on the head and muzzle.
- Baste in place.
- Stitch in place with matching embroidery floss.
- Add any line embellishment such as eyelashes with embroidery floss.
Once finished with all the stitching, lay the piece face down on a towel and cover with another towel. Press quickly from the backside.
Trim the piece to the desired size for the finishing project.
Make into a pillow, wallhanging, table runner, or any other fun fall project you imagine!
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