There is still another way to do applique. It involves using used dryer sheets. Cut your shape a little larger than the size you want to end up with and sew it right side down to the dryer sheet. Just trim your seam allowance a little, cut a slit in the dryer sheet and turn your shape right sides out. Press and attach to background fabric. It (the dryer sheet) is very light weight and won't add a lot of bulk or weight to your project and will keep all your raw edges neatly out of sight!