Thanks everyone. I thought it turned out pretty good. And yes I used a tear away on the back. It really did help.
Originally Posted by Dandish
Americassewplace - did you use a stabilizer on the back when you did your zigzag stitching? The block looks fantastically smooth. I know in the past when I've done machine applique with a satin stitch I had a bit of puckering (didn't know to use a stabilizer, wasn't too bad anyhow). Again, nice job!