I have recently learned to do hand applique and wanted to know if any of you have favorite patterns you would be willing to share with me? I NEVER thought I would enjoy doing this, but it is so much fun, and very rewarding to see the results of my work! I will post a picture of the one I am working on now, that is if I can figure out how to download pictures!

Try doing a google search for free applique patterns. There is lots out there free for the searching.

Thank you for the suggestion. I did search for some, but it gets overwhelming at times! I was hoping some quilters might have patterns they just love and want to share. My sister in law got me started, and she has created a monster! :-)

try www.fatcatpatterns.com it has lots of applique patterns

coloring pages make great applique

Thank you so much for the link! There are some darling ones there. I have saved the link and will refer to it many times I am sure :-)

That is a great idea! Thank you for the suggestion :-)

I totally agree with Kwhite...children's coloring books are a great source. Also, (along this idea), on line you could look up Clip Art and if you have a holiday, theme, or whatever, you can narrow your search.
I've also used applique from fatcat patterns and they are wonderful.

My sister in law said she sees things in magazines that she likes to use. I guess my imagination just wasn't in gear to think about what can be used! Thank all of you for the ideas!

bunnyhill.com is running free snowman patterns now...what theme are ya looking for???? I have lots of patterns but don't know what you like or need

I have a favorite that is quick and simple and really cute, especially for a baby quilt. You don't even need a pattern because you can figure it out on paper. Its a 4 patch with large squares and then a heart, which is divided into quarters, sewn together and appliqued on top. What makes it look so cute is that the 4 patch is made with 4 different fabrics and then the heart is made with 4 different fabrics and then appliqued on top. I made two baby quilts (for twins) and a wall hanging in pastels and they were beautiful! I also like appliqueing a Winding Way quilt. I made one in purple and am working on one in burgundy and tan.

Linda, Actually, any applique at this point. The one I am working on now is a flower, but I am willing to try anything. I was hoping to make up different squares and incorporate them into a quilt for my bed. Would you mind sharing some that you have? I would appreciate it a lot!

http://www.appliquequiltdesigns.com/hand-applique.html

here is a link for patterns, enjoy

after you find the picture of the applique click on it for a pattern


http://www.freeapplique.com/

Thank you for the links!