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Easy Applique

Have you ever needed to add a little interest to a plain quilt block?  Here is a quick way to use applique to add a little excitement.  In this block we used a piece of fabric that had a medium floral print.  We fussy cut the flowers and backed them with steam a seam II (you can use  your favorite fusible ) so we could fuse them onto our block. We added a couple of leaves that are very easy draw and   cut out.
 I like to use the satin stitch applique method although blanket stitch is very popular for this type of applique as well.
  TIP:  Don't forget to use some type of stabilizer on the back of your block so that you can achieve a nice stitch without puckering.  Since I use the satin stitch I prefer freezer paper with the shinny side pressed onto the back of my block.  This is very economical and it rips off very easy when you are done stitching.