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But applique can also be simple, as shown by the colorful fused hearts on my "Fused Applique" page. Besides fusing, you can applique by hand or machine, using various methods. Pick one that feels comfortable to you, or try them all. The "Dresden Plate" is another example of a well-known quilt block that use applique for construction. The "plate" is constructed by hand or machine, and then attached to a background square, again either by hand or machine. "Sunbonnet Sue" is another popular applique block.
There are two important steps in appliqué. The first is design of your applique,and the transfer of that design to fabric; the second is the actual appliqué or stitching. Naturally the colour and texture of the materials should be carefully chosen as they are a very important part of the complete design. Broderie Perse
This style of applique dates back to the 1800's. Ladies would cut a flower out of a floral fabric, and applique it onto a different background.
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