I'm trying this method that you mentioned. I basted 1/8 of an inch away from the cut edge. I am having such difficulty turning the edge under with the needle. Still haven't picked up the trick to it. I'm appliqueing over a finished quilt. just so sorry that I chose to do my appliques in this manner. But it's too late to turn back now. I am no longer a perfectionist but it is hard for me to "be happy" with my work.