Question about applique.
 

I saw Elaine's HST quilted by Charisma and I wondered how the black outlining got around the flowers and leaves on the outside border. I understood it was done by hand not machine. I like the way it looks.

Sissy

here is a link to the thread http://www.quiltingboard.com/picture...a-t191786.html
i never noticed the black outlining, but it sure is a nice look. perhaps it is a narrow zig zag applying the applique by machine?

It look like to me that it is a simple outline stitch done very close together and holds down the edges instead of needle turn applique. JMO. :)

Yup. Looks like machine satin stitch. Nicely done.

Can it be machine satin stitched if the whole quilt was hand made? JMO. :)

"She hand pieced the whole thing from HST's to the Needle turn applique. Pretty amazing..it's all PERFECT!"

oops, i missed that part :o. what beautiful handwork!

"I thought it might be a really good hand embroidered stem stitch used to sew the appliques in place." That's what I think. Stem stitch. Good Idea that I just might do

I enlarged it to 200% because I was interested in the outline also. It looked to be a satin stitch outline.

Since Charisma had the quilt in hand why don't you private message her and ask her?

This does not eliminate the possibility of machine satin stitching over the needle turn applique.

how about a pm to Elaine? you may have to contact Chrisma to get Elain's screen name

Well, thanks for all the suggestions. I thought I replied earlier but don't see the reply. Will try giving Charisma a pm and let you know what I find out.

Originally Posted by sinceresissy
Can you tell me what the black outline is around the applique of the border flowers. I am curious if that is a satin stitch outlining it and was that done my hand. I really like it. I like the quilt. I like your quilting. It is always interesting to see your work.
Sissy
Hi Sissy,
Isn't that Fabulous? That was the first time I had ever seen that as well. ..Elaine had needle turn appliqued all those vines and leaves...then she took a navy blue embroidery thread and embroidered around each applique to give it some depth.....I thought it added alot.

Thanks so much...I appreciate your kindness.
have a blessed day!
Charisma

That was my reply from Charisma. I think that is amazing.