Applique

Applique (or appliqué) is a technique in which pieces of fabric are sewn onto a foundation piece of fabric to create designs. It is particularly suitable for work which is to be seen from a distance, e.g., Banner-making.

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A famous example of applique is the Hastings Embroidery whose designs are appliqued onto the backing fabric using a variety of embroidery stitches.

Related Topics:
Hastings Embroidery - Embroidery

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Applique is also used extensively in quilting. "Dresden Plate" and "Sunbonnet Sue" are just two examples of well-known quilt blocks that use both patchwork and applique to construct.

Related Topics:
Quilting - Quilt - Patchwork

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Baltimore album quilts and Amish are famous examples of applique quilts due to the quality of their designs.

Related Topics:
Baltimore album quilts - Amish

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Types of Applique include:

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• Broderie perse
• San Blas applique, the mola
 
Applique: Decorating using Appliqué ►