First-time Machine Applique

Learn machine appliqué basics in nine clear, step-by-step lessons!

• 9 easy lessons for complete beginners
• 5 simple projects to practice the skills you've learned
• Projects include a lap throw, tote bag, and table runner
• Essential information on equipment, supplies, fabric, and threads
• Learn how to prepare and arrange fused or turned-edge appliqué, the basics of machine appliqué stitching, appliqué stitches, and bias seams
• Step-by-step photos and concise instructions
• Full-size templates for each project

In this third book of the First-Time series, Janet Pittman, author of the Applique: The Basics & Beyond and Colorful Quilts for Playful Kids, teaches the basics of machine appliqué in 9 easy lessons.

Practice your newly acquired skills on 5 projects including a lap throw, tote bag and seasonal table runner. Each project uses a combination of lessons. Janet even shows you how to machine appliqué on purchased items such as aprons and towels.

Learn about equipment and supplies, fabrics and threads, how to prepare fused appliqué, how to prepare turned-edge appliqué, how to arrange appliqué, the basics of machine appliqué stitching, about favorite appliqué stitches, bias seams, and then put all of your skills together in a fun project. Plus there is a bonus lesson on using the decorative stitches on your machine!

First-Time Machine Appliqué: Learning to Applique in Nine Easy Lessons features complete step-by-step how-to photography, accurate and concise instructions, full-size templates, and full color throughout.

Quilt artist Janet Pittman has been designing her own quilts since 1994 and quilt patterns since 1998. Her designs are stitched and then embellished to add natural texture and dimension for realistic appliqué. As an experienced artist, quilter, and instructor, she knows how to create patterns with appeal and devise clear instructions. Janet has had her designs in national magazines and finds inspiration from her extensive garden. She is the author of the best-selling book Applique The basics & beyond and the popular Colorful Quilts for Playful Kids