Do you want to machine or hand applique? They are 2 different techniques.
There are some good tutes in the tute section and alot of info on the web.
Here is a link to a good basic machine quilting ebook:
http://www.americanquilter.com/books...il.php?id=8331
Here is a link to a good basic hand applique book:
http://www.abebooks.com/978156477220...1564772209/plp