I'm using the freezer paper method for appliqueing this project. I traced all my applique pieces onto freezer paper and then ironed the paper (slick side down) to the back of the fabric. I cut around the freezer paper/fabric (sticks together when you iron it) leaving a fabric edge about 1/8" all around the edges of the freezer paper. I will pin the pieces in place and use the hard edge of the freezer paper as a guide to tuck the fabric under as I stitch. Then towards the end of the applique I use tweezers to pull out the paper. It works great. I like this method for projects with little pieces. I'm going to use this braid trim for the basket handles and the narrow green rick rack for stems. Its all in a baggie ready to travel with me.
As soon as Anne's Miss Emma's Garden fabric was at the Fat Quarter Shop I ordered 1/2 yard with this project in mind. I love the little yellow/blue birds.All fun stuff. - nanette
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Cute fabric selections, as usual.
Oh that sounded boring and a little dull. Love the photos and projects.. you always inspire.
Where did you get those quilted zipper bags??? I'm interested!
~D Spack~
All good stuff indeed! I love the little bird fabric too. Do you have Anne's bird pincushion pattern? I have yet to make that -- it's so darn cute and on my to do list!
Your colors and work are lovely. I also applique using the same method as you. But after listening to Pearl Pereira at P3 Designs I've adopted some of her methods. She has a DVD out that's explains her techniques. She uses a little starch to help turn the edges of the applique pieces under. Her points are very accurate. She has 2 really neat tools - the applique pressing tool and the applique stiletto which I highly recommend.
I am coveting that yellow with the black dots.. where did you find that?? Those are going to be the sweetest baskets.
Love those colors that you picked. I just finished a small wall hanging from Bunny Hill. I am crazy for their patterns! You certainly have been very productive.
Love your new applique project!!! It is going to be sooo cute! And the little bags are adorable too!
Those are wonderful birds, and your little zipper bags are great as usual!
Happy Easter,
Cherri
That fabric, with the birds, IS spring happiness!! Anything you make of it will be great!
I never thought of quilting my zipper pouches...duh!!! I think these kids are starting to drain my brain!!!
Such wonderful Spring fabrics! Enjoy using them...
Nanette, love, love your table runner. That Bunny Hill is the best! Don't ya just love babies? Gives us an excuse to do fun creations. Luv, Nerm
Aren't Anne Sutton's patterns & fabrics to die for!!
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