Well, I am as far as having turned the applique pieces using dryer sheets, and all the edges are nicely turned under now. The dryer sheets worked like magic!!! I tacked the applique pieces down with glue stick last night, and tonight I will start my first ever machine applique. I have decided to do the blanket stitch, very narrow, in matching thread colors so it doesn't show.
Wish me luck!!! I am nervous but excited to keep moving forward on my quilt. It has to be complete by Jan 27, so I have to keep going. Thanks for all your inspiration and great advice!!!