How Do You Make A Fabric Applique?

Appliqué has been a necessity as well as an art form for centuries. Being able to make a fabric appliqué can prove a useful skill which can be employed when making quilts, clothing, and even repairing tears in clothing and household materials. While there are several different ways to appliqué, all can be simple to execute.

This easy task with beautiful results can be done virtually anywhere from in the home sewing room to on the bleachers at a ball game. Pre-wash your fabrics and allow to dry. Iron out any wrinkles and creases.

Set aside your base fabric for later. Choose your pattern and know the shapes you need to appliqué. Trace your pattern pieces out on the wrong side of your appliqué fabric.

Pin together your appliqué fabric with the interfacing right sides together. Either by hand or with the machine sew directly on your traced line. Some machines respond better to having the fabric side on the bottom.

If this is the case, trace your pattern on the interfacing to make it ... more.

A fabric holiday wreath allows you to tailor the color and design of the wreath to match the decorating style of your home. This adorable fabric wreath is quick and easy, requires minimal skill, and is sure to add holiday cheer. Purchase green cotton fabric at your fabric store.

Look for a small print that has more than one shade of green or choose several shades of the same color. This will add texture and dimension to the finished project. Select a small section of red fabric that complements the print; although this can certainly be a small print design, a solid color will work best for this project.

Cut the fabric into 4-inch squares using pinking shears. Stack the colors into individual piles for easy access. Cover your work area with old newspapers or a disposable tablecloth to protect the surface from accidental glue spills.

Attach a length of wire to create a hanger by looping the wire through the center of the wreath and twisting the open ends of wire until they are secure. ... more.

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