Never say never. Once it has a very light weight interfacing on the back its about the same to work with as cotton. And the sheen just can't be beat. I don't think I would try needle turn applique but anything else is a go. If I come across a pattern I feel should be done in silk again I will do it. I have used lame' in a wall hanging doing needle turn applique , tough but not impossible. I also used lining material and am trying velvet in one. Neither is finished but they will get there. Someday. lol