shellyhoffman

I am interested in taking an applique class..I am pretty new to quilting so I need to find out the difference between raw edge applique and turned applique..Which is easier? Quicker? etc???

JanetM

I think raw edge applique is easier than needle turned applique. I can't do a lot of hand work so needle turn isn't for me. Have fun at your class.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qlPECmbwSOc
This is a video of raw edge applique.

http://www.roserushbrooke.com/how-to-applique-1.html
This is a needle turn tutorial.

I found both of these by doing a search here on the QB.
If you search both topics you should find lots of help.

gal288

raw edge is easier and quicker. Fusible applique is the easiest and what most new quilter prefer.

here is a link to a good video which explains it:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k1OahzmtM50

Turned applique is harder, takes longer, and alot of practice to accomplish. Once you master it, it become addicting!

Here is a link:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=axDBl...eature=related

If you go to the tutorial section listed below there are alot of links and tutes that may help you.

gigi10

gal288 is correct. I became addictd and it took some practice. It is my favorite. Raw edge is really easy.

ckcowl

is the class a hand applique class?
needle turn applique is great once you get the hang of it. raw edge applique is usually done with a fusable- and machine stitching (the fusables can be pretty difficult to hand stitch through.)

Mkotch

There are a number of other hand applique techniques besides just needle turn. For example, using freezer paper underneath works for me. Reverse applique is sometimes quite appropriate, and there's always back-basting. I should think that a class would cover all the various techniques. Which is "easier" may depend on the look you want. Try them all!

QuiltMom2

As your skill increases, some methods may be quicker for you but I personally don't think any applique is quick!! Enjoy your class, don't get discouraged when some people get the techniques in a fraction of a second and you will surely be a better quilter at the end!

steelecg

I really like backbasting, but that said it depends on the project. Some are "just get it done" while others may become heirlooms. Investigate several methods and then you will find the one you like best. Good luck - there are lots of You tube videos that can help - I took two classes at my LQS

applique

I used to do hand applique but now do it by machine. I fuse the pieces together then satin stitch the edges to the background.

Grambi

Do you put some kind of stabilizer behind your applique before satin stitching?