Back Basting Appliqué Step by Step by Hand or Machine

Long arm appliqué fan, Barbara Eikmeier, found teaching needle-turn to others a challenge. That was until she discovered back-basting appliqué. With this needle-turn technique, you baste the fabric in place from the back side, then trim and then appliqué. Barbara covers three methods of back-basting appliqué: baste by hand, appliqué by hand; baste by machine, appliqué by hand; and baste by machine, appliqué by machine. She also includes step-by-step illustrations of techniques such as layering motifs, reverse appliqué and broderie perse. Once you have the technique down, you can progress through a series of wall hangings, table runners and a banner to perfect the technique or venture out on your own.

Look for the book at your favorite book retailer. Here’s a link to Amazon if you would like to learn more about the book.

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