Reverse applique

I am officially addicted to reverse applique. This is a messenger bag I made using denim. I love how it looks as the denim frays. Definitely going to do more!

Well after my daughter stole my new tshirt from last post I started finishing up and starting new t-shirt designs and patterns for this fall. My inspiration came from a practically brand new izod s…

What is reverse applique? You will learn all about reverse applique using these fun tutorials. Options are endless when you reveal the fabric underneath.

This post is a tutorial for a careful technique, reverse applique dots. Two three inch squares are layered, basted together, and marked with a circle outline. A spool of thread makes a good template. The center of the circle needs to be removed with very sharp embroidery scissors. Then make several tiny clips that just touch the drawn line. Thread the needle with silk applique thread. Silk thread is very strong, does not knot, and is nearly invisible once stitched. The above photo shows how…

Alabama Channing shirt

Free Reverse Applique Butterfly Template For my latest quilt I decided to do some reverse applique, (and regular applique) For this pattern you will need: Curious about my sewing room must haves? Check out my Amazon Shop How to make the reverse appliques First Step: Trace all the butterflies on to the paper side of […]

Learn how to make your own applique out of scrap fabric and how to attach it to a t-shirt! So many possibilities for upcycling your old clothes! Embellishing with applique is easier than you think and I've included a FREE lightening bolt template too! This is a sewing maching raw edge applique tutorial but you can easily adapt it to sew by hand too! #applique #freetemplate #tshirtapplique

Learn how to create a reverse applique sweatshirt with this tutorial. Embroider a sweatshirt you love with reverse applique in any design.

Creating a different kind of texture and perspective within your quilt pattern doesn't have to be tricky. All you need is your sewing machine and the Reverse Applique Quilting Tutorial. Instead of stitching your applique quilt patterns on top of your quilt, your patterns will be beneath the fabric. See how you can accomplish this in four simple steps. Start practicing with some old fabric and you'll be ready to design your applique quilts in a new way in no time. Be sure to check out the how…

sweetpeapath: Embroidered coat by Alabama chanin Hand-embroidered swing coat in 100% cotton jersey. Couching embroidery adds a beautiful texture and sculptural quality.

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Reverse Applique using four fabrics.

Sample of hand stitched Shadow Applique,using my favourite dyed threads

This project uses designs in the BERNINA Q-matic software to create reverse appliqué motifs. It will save you time and some wear on your hands. … More

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