Are you ready to take your appliqué skills to the next level? In this blog post, we’ll explore the art of accomplishing impeccable blanket stitch appliqué on small, delicate shapes. Building upon our previous post about hand sewing blanket stitch appliqué, we’ll dive deeper into the techniques and materials needed to work with small, complicated […]
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Mastering Blanket Stitch Appliqué on Small, Delicate Shapes: Enhance Your Quilting Skills
Blanket Stitch Applique: Adding Whimsical Charm to Your Quilts
Are you a beginner quilter looking to add a touch of whimsical charm to your projects? Look no further! In this blog post, we’ll explore the art of blanket stitch applique, a delightful hand sewing technique that allows you to incorporate playful designs into your quilts. With the use of lightweight fusible interfacing to stabilize […]
Discover the Magic of Freezer Paper Applique: Easy, Precise, and Fun!
Are you ready to take your quilting to the next level? In this blog post, we’ll explore the applique method using freezer paper. Although you can use this method to sew your applique design by hand or machine, in this post we will focus on hand applique. What is important to note is that with […]
Turned Edge Applique Using Interfacing: A Neat and Easy Method
If you’re a beginner quilter looking for a simple and effective way to add whimsical applique designs to your quilts, then you’re in the right place! In this blog post, we’ll explore the turned edge applique method using interfacing. With this technique, you can achieve clean, smooth curves and beautifully finished applique shapes without any […]
Unlocking the Beauty of Needle-Turn Appliqué: A Beginner’s Guide
If you’re a beginner quilter with a passion for creativity, needle-turn appliqué is the perfect technique to explore. In this blog post, we will discuss this popular technique, guiding you through its what, how, where, and why. Get ready to embark on a journey of turning fabric into whimsical works of art!
Embark on a creative journey with hand appliqué techniques
Are you ready to embark on a whimsical journey of creativity and self-expression? Discover the fascinating world of hand appliqué, where fabric becomes a canvas and your imagination knows no bounds. In this blog post, we will explore five different hand appliqué techniques: Needle-turn, Blanket Stitch with Fusible Interfacing, Reverse, Freezer Paper, and Back-Basting. Each […]
Unleash Your Creativity: Mastering the Art of Hand Appliqué
Quilting is a world of endless creativity, and hand appliqué is like adding a touch of magic to your stitches. It’s all about turning fabric into stunning works of art through the artful placement of intricate designs. Over the next few blog posts, we’ll delve into the captivating realm of hand appliqué, exploring different techniques […]
Unveiling the Art of Appliqué: Hand vs. Machine – Which Method Suits You?
In the realm of quilting, the art of appliqué adds a touch of whimsy and creativity to any quilt design. Whether you’re a seasoned quilter or a beginner exploring the craft, the choice between hand appliqué and machine appliqué can be a daunting one. Each method brings its unique set of advantages and considerations. Join […]
Exciting New Patterns at the Angie Padilla Website!
Hello, quilting friends! It’s a delight to be back here at my blog, ready to share the latest additions to the Angie Padilla pattern collection. If you’ve been following along, you know how much I love designing and creating unique quilting projects. Today, I am thrilled to review four new patterns that will add a […]
A Quilt Story: A Special Gift for Emi
Dear friends, it certainly has been a long, long time since I last posted, and I am truly happy to reconnect with you after a long hiatus and share a heartfelt quilt project that holds a special place in my heart.
Coming up… Christmas in July!
So very little sewing happening around here, because I’ve been drawing, drawing, drawing… and writing patterns.
Stunning haute couture
It’s been two weeks since my talented niece’s haute couture fashion show, and I am still thinking about it and trying to come off a cloud of pure enjoyment from all the work involved. It has truly been a privilege to be a part of this project.
More applique and quilting
The last two weeks have been pretty intense helping my talented niece with the last of the appliqued and quilted pieces for her fashion show.