I found and bought at a bookstore last night the most amazing applique book for all you that applique or have thought to try it!! Her colors are amazing and fun! (how to also)I checked online for our library and they even have it too! Yours might also! I have never seen or heard of it before...go search for 'Hand Appliqued Quilts-Whimsical Designs and Simple Techniques' by Tonye Belinda Pillips. Her colors and whimsy will shake the winter blahs right off your socks!! Skeat