Originally Posted by jaciqltznok
I have a lady who is willing to teach me to do hand needle turn applique...she uses ONLY silk thread...is this a must???
also straw needles...
what do you all use..pro's, con's...
I love to do handwork, but applique the traditional way scares me to death!
I agree with your teacher! silk thread is great to use.. it just melts right into the background. The needles are grand too. Good luck with your appliqueing :)