jfowles

Hi I am new to this website and relatively new to quilting. I have found a pattern with shadow applique, can someone explain to me what that is . I am concerned that it is above my skill level. I've been trying to quilt for a few years now, I still only dare to stitch in the ditch and around applique, but ti has become my lifeline to sanity. Nothing has been more fun ( and frustrating) I learn a lot from your postings. Thanks, jfowles

LaurieE

Basically it's putting organza (or some other transparent fabric) on top of your completed applique and then sewing it down using an outline stitch. There are a few tutorials online:

http://mybyrdhouse.blogspot.com/2007...k-flowers.html

http://vintagethreads.blogspot.com/2...-tutorial.html

Here's a book devoted to shadow applique:
http://www.amazon.com/Shadow-Appliqu.../dp/1564775070

Jim's Gem

Welcome to the board from Southern California!!!!

erstan947

Welcome from Louisiana!

reach for the stars 2

Welcome, but I don't know what that is either. If I say a pic I could figure it out.

craftybear

Welcome, waving from Indiana, USA

haven't done shadow applique yet

quiltingfan

Don't know what that is either, but welcome to the board.

sharon b

Hello and Welcome from Northern Indiana ! Glad you joined us :lol:

Looks like you got your answers already :thumbup:

jljack

Hi, and welcome from Bakersfield, CA. Don't know that technique, either. Would like to see a pic, please if anyone has one.

nlgh

I don't think I have ever seen any shadow applique, but have seen shadow embroidery. I, too, would like to see a picture of shadow applique.