When I started quilting, my time was limited. I taught myself using heat and bond lite or wonder under, light weight. Its a process that I enjoy more than hand stitching. My hands hurt and I couldn't do all that I do if I had to do it by hand. I am retired now and time is still short since we are working on our old house. Doing fusible applique allows me to do more quilts in a limited amount of time.
But try several methods to see which one works for you.