Originally Posted by sharkee
I am talking about for the actual applique. I'm going to try fusible and just pinning using freezer paper.
You do not need a frame for doing applique. You are attaching the applique shape to the background fabric with either an edge-turning technique or without (shape sewn around with blanket stitch and embroidery No 8 thread, for example). You only need a hoop when you need to hold a surface "taught" - hand quilting or cross stitch. When you hand quilt, make sure when it is in the hoop that the fabric is not stretched super tight, like with cross stitch. I made that mistake my first time and could not quilt or rock the needle. Good luck.