Donnamarie

I do a lot of applique and have tried every method. The best method for me is to trace the design on the freezer paper and cut out. I then iron the freezer paper on the front, trace the pattern with a white mechanical pencil. I then remove the freezer paper and hand baste the applique to the background. I will cut 1/8" seam around my drawing a little at a time and sew that section. This method works the best for me because no curling of the freezer paper (on top), no pins to get in the way, and I can just bring my project anywhere and start appliqueing. Another tip I can give you is to keep a wet toothpick handy (usually in my mouth) and use that as a tool for turning under the edges. It works great!