I am seeking helpful tips for framing a small wool felt applique. I have a 5x7 piece and would like to frame it in an 8x10 wooden frame. I read that it is best to take out the glass. I haven't trimmed the piece yet, and don't plan any special edges (such as penny circles). I would like to use a piece of flannel as sort of a mat look. Now the questions. Should I simply place the piece on the flannel and top stitch by hand (possibly a running stitch) or machine the felt on the flannel? Or should I trim the piece and then sew on borders from the flannel (leaving flannel to wrap around to the back)? I suppose I could also place the piece on the flannel and then secure it with a few hidden stitches through the backing beneath the applique pieces. The 5x7 is a small "thank you" gift that I designed for a friend. It is a simple design, a small vase with a couple of daisies. The background wool felt is a creamy yellow and I purchased quilt shop flannel in a nice darker blue for the "mat."