Appliqué Inspirations

Whether quilting is your jam or clothing crafting is more your speed, you can add a cute personal touch by adding appliqués! Here’s a roundup of adorable ideas that you can incorporate into your upcoming projects.

####Applique Basics Appliqués come in all shapes, sizes and materials. It can be daunting if you start with a craft store assortment of pre-made appliqués or a Google search for patterns. Instead, grab some stash fabric and read this blog about appliqué basics for five simple and versatile sewing machine techniques.

####Simple Shapes If you’re making clothes or accessories for kids, or if you’re new to appliqué stitching, it’s best to keep things simple. You can start with drawing block letters or simple shapes on paper, or finding free patterns online that you can print. Whether it’s an apple or an animal, your shape should be easy to trace onto webbing and to cut from your webbing-backed fabric. You can click here to find a collection of free simple appliqué patterns - and great instructions for appliquéing baby clothes!

####Pattern Roundup If you’ve got appliqué basics down and you’re ready to add more sophisticated touches to your projects, you can turn to some more complex appliqué patterns. This rooster is a versatile combination of simple shapes that will allow you to add a personalized vintage touch to your quilts or decor. These cute owls are also a great way to combine smaller shapes to add detailed flourishes to quilts and towels! Get ready for spring with this cute butterfly template or this wild poppy design. Make a statement with a simple girly fox appliqué. Or get spooky with with this spider pattern - instructions for quilted web included!

Appliqué is a small way to further express yourself in your sewing and quilting projects. Online crafting communities are teeming with inexpensive or free patterns and inspirations. The only limitation to what you can do is your imagination!

If you need help with your stitching technique or machine settings, or just want new threads and fabrics to make your appliqués shine, swing by our store! We’re here for all your sewing and quilting needs from 10am - 6pm Monday - Friday and 10am - 4pm Saturday!