I use the same method described by soccertxi - it works great on circles, ovals, petals, leaves (even like the shapes in your photo), squares, triangles...so many shapes.... the bit of time you spend making the stiff patterns (old cereal/food package boxes work great but make sure the printed side of the box is NOT facing the fabric when you press) is more than made up in how quickly the applique piece is completed. Good luck.