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almostfree 08-08-2011 05:17 PM

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Applique has scared me for a long time, but I bought this kit at my LQS, and thought I would give it a try. However, I about gave it up for something silly--I had trouble getting the paper off the backs of the pieces! After standing and ironing and stripping off pieces, I finally got everything where it was supposed to be. Then I practiced turning corners on my sewing machine. I'm pretty pleased with how it turned out. Now I think I'm ready to tackle something a little bigger!

first applique project
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par4theday 08-08-2011 05:20 PM

That is a very cute wall hanging, I love it. You did a great job on it. It is nice to do a small project first, and then move onto bigger projects.:)

cmagee84 08-08-2011 05:21 PM

Very nice! I love machine applique.

MoMiMi 08-08-2011 05:31 PM

It scares me too, but I'm determined to try !!!!
I love yours....

quiltlonger 08-08-2011 05:33 PM

glad you didn't quit! try taking a straight pin and scratching across the paper through the center then twist material will magically pull apart and can peel right off. Try with scraps it's why I love this site!!!

almostfree 08-08-2011 05:40 PM


Originally Posted by quiltlonger
glad you didn't quit! try taking a straight pin and scratching across the paper through the center then twist material will magically pull apart and can peel right off. Try with scraps it's why I love this site!!!

Thanks for the tip! I will try that next time!

alikat110 08-08-2011 06:21 PM

Nice job!!!

debcavan 08-08-2011 06:24 PM

wow, you didn't start all that small. That fish had just about every corner, curve, point etc. that you had to learn to do. Congrats on doing something new. Each time you do it, you will gain confidence.

It looks great :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup:

pollyjvan9 08-08-2011 06:27 PM

Really nice wall hanging. I love machine applique also, as you can tell if you have seen my quilts. I use Elenore Burns methods a lot and also fusible raw edge applique. Have fun, sky's the limit.

jdiane318 08-08-2011 06:28 PM

I love your little fish, I could make an entire quilt out of that one pattern. Great work.

fleurdelisquilts.com 08-08-2011 06:31 PM


Originally Posted by debcavan
wow, you didn't start all that small. That fish had just about every corner, curve, point etc. that you had to learn to do. Congrats on doing something new. Each time you do it, you will gain confidence.

It looks great :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup:

I agree with Deb you tried a pretty ambitious pattern, and did great. Now you should be able to tackle anything!

skydiver70 08-08-2011 06:32 PM

You did a great job. Keep going.

Divokittysmom 08-08-2011 06:35 PM

Great job it's very nice!

Pickles 08-08-2011 06:37 PM

It's just so pretty you did a fine job :thumbup:

almostfree 08-08-2011 06:37 PM


Originally Posted by fleurdelisquilts.com

Originally Posted by debcavan
wow, you didn't start all that small. That fish had just about every corner, curve, point etc. that you had to learn to do. Congrats on doing something new. Each time you do it, you will gain confidence.

It looks great :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup:

I agree with Deb you tried a pretty ambitious pattern, and did great. Now you should be able to tackle anything!

Guess it was a good thing that I didn't know it was hard! I would have been even more intimidated!!! :lol:

Crafty Darlene 08-08-2011 06:45 PM

That turned out great! I want to learn applique too. If my first attempt turns out half as good as yours I will be thrilled!!

amma 08-08-2011 06:52 PM

Very cute! You did a beautiful job on it too :D:D:D

manley 08-08-2011 07:18 PM

Good job. You did great!!! :thumbup: :D :-D :-D

crafty_linda_b 08-08-2011 07:20 PM

You did a good job!! crafty_linda_b

blueangel 08-08-2011 07:40 PM

Cute

bailey 08-08-2011 08:46 PM

Great job, wonderful fabric, very nice applique and beautiful wallhanging. Love it.

christina d 08-09-2011 02:38 AM

nice job becareful it is very addictive :roll:

goldsberry921 08-09-2011 02:40 AM

Really cute wall hanging!!

patd 08-09-2011 04:37 AM

Nice you did a good job

QUILTNMO 08-09-2011 04:50 AM

very nice job

Chicca 08-09-2011 06:26 AM

A wonderful wall hanging! Applique is fun, challenging and has its momements....but the end results are always worth it. Thank you for sharing.

labug 08-09-2011 09:08 AM

Great job


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