now the corn idea, with the chicks...they could both jump on that...and about applique, you know you don't have to do it by hand. You could use Steam a seam2...it's adhesive on both sides, then machine the edges.
My mom used to use fabric paint on edges of appliques to seal them.
I haven't had enough practice for that, but not all that keen on the look, unless it's...lol...going on a wall!!! :wink: