Don't forget the magic mushrooms when you are thinking about your block for the 60's quilt! Here's what I found in my yard today:
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Way too much rain down here!
For applique, I use a good no-sew fusible, then also stitch close to the edge with straight stitch once its fused. So many designs are just too detailed to satin stitch or needleturn. I do like needleturn, but take the shortcut often too.