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Raw Edge Machine Applique - Season 1

Series: Raw Edge Machine Applique
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Episodes
6
Rating
TVY
Year
2022
Language
English
Publisher
Craftsy

About

Applique designs can come from anywhere. In this class, taught by Heather Thomas, you will see how to use existing applique designs, or create your own, to make fun blocks that can be stitched together into a quilt or used on their own in a smaller project, like a pillow.

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Episodes

1 to 3 of 6

1. Session 1: Overview & Supplies Needed

14m

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In this session you will get an introduction into applique. See some of the different designs that are great to use for applique, understand what tools and supplies will be needed and learn what some of the different types of stitches are that are used with applique. You will also learn tips on how to properly adhere your applique shapes in a way that reduces bulk in layered designs.

2. Session 2: Zig Zag & Buttonhole Applique

37m

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In this session Heather will teach you how to applique using both the zig zag stitch and the buttonhole stitch. She will also explain why it is important to test out your stitches on a sample piece first as well as demonstrate how multiple stitch widths can be used on the same applique shape. You will also learn the best way to secure the beginnings and ends of applique stitching.

3. Session 3: Mix of Decorative Stitches

19m

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Different stitches as well as different widths of the same stitch come together seamlessly in this session. Heather shows how to practice different stitches first and then demonstrates how to use them in different areas of an applique shape. You will also learn how to handle corners and points when stitching with intricate or ornate decorative stitches.

4. Session 4: Appliquilting: Straight Stitch

9m

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Learn how to accomplish two tasks at the same time with a fun technique known as appliquilting. Heather shows you how to use a simple straight stitch and free motion quilting settings to applique a shape in place while quilting at the same time.

5. Session 5: Appliquilting: Herky Jerky

19m

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Learn how to really dress up the edge of an applique shape with a stitch known as the herky jerky. Heather demonstrates how to do this stitch around the perimeter of a shape as well as how to use this stitch inside areas of applique designs to add shading and extra visual interest.

6. Session 6: Free Style Applique

31m

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Not all applique shapes have to be cut out prior to stitching them in place. Learn how to freestyle applique by stitching shapes and designs onto simple squares or rectangles of fabric and then cutting away the excess fabric. Heather will also teach you how to add layered designs to a piece.

Extended Details

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Artists

Heather Thomasactor