Raw edge is the only type of applique I do. How the quilt is going to be used determines how I finish the edges. If it's a wall hanging I do a straight stitch with invisible thread right along the edge. If it's for a bed quilt I do blanket stitch with either matching or contrasting thread depending on the look I'm going for. I have also used a straight stitch on a bed quilt applique and I like the way it looks after it's been washed. I don't ever use a satin stitch. I don't like the way it looks.