We have a wonderful shop in Ames, Ia. The Quilting Connection. The owner and all of her employees are so warm and friendly. They call you by name when you walk in the door. I was there a few weeks ago and there was a new employee. The owner introduced me to the new employee and told her a little bit about me. She said Helen does a lot of applique. They have wonderful fabrics and it is a joy to go to that store.