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Learn How to Applique

Applique is the art of sewing smaller pieces of fabric onto a larger background. If you've never made an applique quilt, do give it a try. There are many different applique methods to choose from, so there's a technique to suit every taste and skill level.
  1. Hand Applique (8)
  2. Machine Applique (3)
  3. Reverse Applique (3)
  4. Stained Glass Applique (1)
  5. Quilting Glossary

Learn the Needleturn Applique Method

Instructions to help you learn needleturn applique, a traditional form of hand applique.

Sew and Turn Applique

Use the sew and turn applique when you want to avoid all the fuss of turned-under edges.

What's Your Favorite Type of Applique?

Take the poll -- tell us what you think.

Kate Middleton's Hand Embroidered & Appliqued Wedding Dress and Veil

Kate Middleton's wedding dress and veil were embellished with hand embroidered, appliqued lace.

Share My Heart Quilt

I hope you like this quilt, a combination of patchwork with Sunbonnet Sue and Overalls Sam appliqué quilt blocks.

Floral Appliqué with Fusible Web

Learn how to do easy fusible appliqué when you assemble this Floral Medallion Appliqué quilt. Use hand appliqué or any other method if you prefer.

Appliqué Quilt Gallery

Pictures of appliqué quilts made by members of the About.com quilting community.

Baltimore Album Quilts: Elegant Sampler Quilts

A look at the history of Baltimore Album Quilts, by Judy Anne Johnson Breneman.

Traditional Applique Technique

The Illinois State Museum Society provides a condensed look at the art of applique.

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