This collection of crochet animal appliques is perfect for baby blankets, pillows, and baby outfits curated by Crafting Happiness.
Appliqué is a fun way to express yourself with fabric. Learn How to Applique Like a Pro by following these easy steps. It's easier than you think.
A detailed step by step guide with illustrations and infographics for turned edge applique using paper backed fussible web.
I actually really LOVE the art of appliqué! Even though I don't use it that much (practically never) but I do love seeing others' works on the Internet and appreciate the artistry so much :) My October project that I've mentioned earlier in this post is also appliqué-friendly and, personally, I'm going to experiment a little in this field! So I thought if anyone wants to try the same I should tell a bit more about the methods of applique in advance. Method 1 So, the first thing you should remember is that the majority of fabrics tend to fray on the edge. And because of this, if you just simply baste a cutout to the ground fabric, eventually it will fray quite a lot even if at first it doesn't look like it. However, sometimes this kind of ragged and frazzled edge might be the desired effect! Especially, for enthusiasts of rustic style. In such cases, this method is what you need. And, basically, all you need to do is just work back stitch along the whole shape, stepping a little away from the edge. Make your stitches rather small so that all of the fibers are secured. I'm using quilting cotton in this example and it doesn't really fray that much – I frayed it myself for this picture as well as I could. However, if you use linen, for example, it is likely to fray a lot easier and the fibers might pull apart right in front of the stitches. In this case, your back stitching should be even smaller. Method 2 If you don't want the edges to fray, you can work buttonhole (blanket) stitch around the shape. You can work it more densely, of course, like I did in one of the examples in this post. By the way, I'm using a thread of contrasting color for all of the appliqué methods in this article to make it more clear. Naturally, you can use thread of a color similar to the appliqué cutout if you don't want it to stand out too much. Ah, and this method is commonly used in felt applique! Method 3 Now, if you don't want any fraying to take place but also don't want to work a border of buttonhole stitch around it, you can use a fusible interfacing! :) Instructions are easy: 1) cut a piece of interfacing material equal to the piece of fabric you want to apply it too, 2) interfacing material has two sides, one of which is adhesive. Put the interfacing piece with the adhesive side up, and lay the fabric piece on top of it, with its backside down and face up. In conclusion, the adhesive side should be next to the backside of the fabric. 3) iron it thoroughly (settings of heat are according to the type of fabric) staying for several seconds in one place. When you have applied interfacing with the fabric, cut the shape out of it. The thing is, the fibers are now glued from underneath so they are going to hold together and are very unlikely to fray. It is almost like paper. Well, unless you expose it some rough tugging like in a washing machine or if you use it on everyday clothes So, what you will do now will depend on your artistic choice. If you want it to look raw like it is, you can baste it down with tiny running stitches of similar color. Or you can use any decorative stitch, you can find many on the Stitch Library. I used french knots here :) Method 4 This one is likely to look a bit more dimensional, but there is like 0 chances for any fraying to happen. And again, we need interfacing material (it will give a certain advantage but actually you can use another fabric, I will mention it below). BUT we need to put fabric and interfacing material in a different manner now! So, what we do is we put fabric face up, and then we lay interfacing material with adhesive side down. So, the face of the fabric and the adhesive side are supposed to be looking at each other. Then you can draw the shape down and backs titch along the edge. Cut the shape out with a seam allowance and cut a slit in the interfacing material. The turn it out. Now you have a shape like this – face of the fabric up and adhesive side down. You can now place it where you need on the ground fabric and iron it down. If you want to secure it even better, you can stitch a border of buttonhole stitch again, or baste it down in any other way. Or you can work invisible stitch like I did in this example. Like I mentioned, this method can be used with a different fabric instead of interfacing material. Just skip the ironing part and baste the piece down in the way you prefer the most :) So, here are 4 methods for your fabric appliqué! As for me, methods 2 and 3 are what I'm more likely to use but in the end, it all depends on the situation. Hope you find the method you of your liking too and try some appliqué in your next project! :)
By Janet Carrillo "damn it Janet, let's crochet!" Ideas on how to use these appliques... *These would be great to apply to any project. *You can add them to kitchen towels, *turn them into a keychain or fridge magnet. *You can also make several and make a garland. *Attach a ribbon to make them into bookmarks. SIZE/MEASUREMENTS approx. 2.25"height x 2.50"length ...but they can vary based on yarn and hook size. MATERIALS *Crochet hook size: 3.5mm (E) *Worsted weight yarn: White (5yds) *Stitch Markers to mark your rounds *Felt: Black *Tapestry Needle *Hot Glue PATTERN NOTES - must-read... Numbers in ( ) at the end of each round/row indicate the total number of stitches. Always use stitch markers to mark your rounds. There's no need to sl st and/or ch when going to the next round unless stated to do so. SPECIAL STITCHES Other side of the foundation chains - this VIDEO explains how to do this technique. Invisible join - this VIDEO explains how to do this technique. GHOST (left tail) with white Rnd 1: ch6, 2hdc in 2nd ch from hook, hdc in next 3 chs, 4hdc in next ch, other side of the foundation chains hdc in next 3 chs, 2hdc in next ch, sl st into 1st st (14) Rnd 2: ch1, 2hdc in next 2 sts, hdc in next 4 sts, 2hdc in next 3 sts, hdc in next 4 sts, 2hdc in next st, sl st into 1st st (20) Rnd 3: ch1, sk 1st st, sl st in 2nd st, sl st in next 4 sts, (ch4, sl st in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next 2 chs), sl st in next 3 sts, dc in next st, (ch4, sl st in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next 2 chs), 3dc in same st as previous dc, hdc on next st, sc in next st, sl st in next 5 sts, (ch4, sl st in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next 2 chs), sl st in next 3 sts, join to 1st st with the invisible join F/O, secure and weave in the ends. GHOST (right tail) with white Rnd 1: ch6, 2hdc in 2nd ch from hook, hdc in next 3 chs, 4hdc in next ch, other side of the foundation chains hdc in next 3 chs, 2hdc in next ch, sl st into 1st st (14) Rnd 2: ch1, 2hdc in next 2 sts, hdc in next 4 sts, 2hdc in next 3 sts, hdc in next 4 sts, 2hdc in next st, sl st into 1st st (20) Rnd 3: ch1, sk 1st st, sl st in 2nd st, sl st in next 4 sts, (ch4, sl st in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next 2 chs), sl st in next 5 sts, sc in next st, hdc in next st, 3dc in next st, (ch4, sl st in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next 2 chs), dc in same st as previous dc's, sl st in next 3 sts, (ch4, sl st in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next 2 chs), sl st in next 3 sts, join to 1st st with the invisible join F/O, secure and weave in the ends. ASSEMBLE TIP...For anything that I’m going to be using felt, I like to first sketch it out on a white paper and make a stencil of what I need. Then cut it out. Then tape the stencil to the felt and cut it out. EYES...using black felt make the eyes. You can play around with it and make it however you like, the possibilities are endless. GLOSSARY: ch/s: chain/s || sc: single crochet || hdc: half double crochet || dc: double crochet sl st: slip stitch || st/s: stitch/es || sk: skip || rnd: round || f/o: finish off Don't forget to like this blog Facebook fan page. Or to follow our Instagram page. :) Have a nice crochet time! - Janet This pattern is an original pattern by Janet Carrillo "damn it Janet, let's crochet!" (October 2018). Please do not claim this pattern as your own. If you wish to share this pattern, you may link to this pattern but please do not reprint/repost it on your site. You may print and keep a copy for your own personal use. Please do not resell or distribute it.
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There is nothing more beautiful than nature and there are lots of ways to include nature for your home decor. Decorating your home with Crochet Flowers and leaves instantly brightens up any corner of the room. Crochet flower and crochet leaf motifs have always been very popular choice of crafters. They are easy and really really quick to whip up. Today am sharing the pattern for a very quick and easy Crochet Leaf Applique. This Crochet leaf pattern can be used for so many different crochet projects. They can be used as embellishments for you crochet hats, bags and purses and Crochet tops and dresses and many other different accessories. They would also make lovely wall hanging and buntings. Stitch them together along with some crochet flowers and they are good to go. The pattern uses simple stitches worked across the chains making it very easy for beginners too. Size:- 2 Inches (3 Inches Including the Stem) AD-FREE, PRINTER-FRIENDLY PDF pattern: The written pattern and photo tutorial is given below along with a free video tutorial. This pattern is also available as an ad-free, printer-friendly pdf pattern that can be purchased on Ravelry . Please click the link below to purchase the PDF Pattern. Here is the Video Tutorial:- You can follow along with this tutorial video. Please be sure to subscribe too! PIN it and Save for Later:- Let's Start...!!! Round 1:- Start with a Slip Knot and Chain 10. Round 2:-1 Single Crochet in the second chain from the hook. 1 Double Crochet in the next stitch. 1 Treble Crochet each in the next 4 stitches. 1 Double Crochet in the next stitch. 1 Half Double Crochet in the next stitch. 1 Single Crochet in the next stitch. 1 Slip Stitch in the same stitch 1 Picot Stitch.(i.e. Chain 3 and make a Slip stitch into the First Chain). 1 Single Crochet in the same stitch. Round 3:- *Start working on the opposite side. 1 Half Double Crochet. 1 Double Crochet in the next stitch. 1 Treble Crochet each in the next 4 stitches. 1 Double Crochet in the next stitch. 1 Single Crochet in the last stitch. Stem:- Chain 4. 1 Single Crochet in the second chain from the hook. 1 Single Crochet each in the remaining stitches. 1 Slip stitch into the bottom stitch. Finishing:- 1 Surface Slip stitch across the leaf. Weave off yarn ends at the end. Here is the Summary of the Pattern:- Round 1:- Start with a Slip Knot and Chain 10. Round 2:- 1 SC in the second chain from the hook. 1 DC in the next st. 1 Trbl each in the next 4 sts. 1 DC in the next st. 1 HDC in the next st. 1 SC in the next st. 1 Slip st in the same st. 1 Picot st.(i.e. Chain 3 and make a Slip st into the First Chain). 1 SC in the same st. Round 3:- *Start working on the opposite side. 1 HDC. 1 DC in the next st. 1 Trbl each in the next 4 sts. 1 DC in the next st. 1 SC in the last st. Stem:- Chain 4. 1 SC in the second chain from the hook. 1 SC each in the remaining sts. 1 Slip st into the bottom st. Finishing:- 1 Surface Slip st across the leaf. Weave off yarn ends at the end. *********
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New Embroidered Iron On Patch. Size is approximately 3 1/4" wide and 3 1/4" tall. Manufactured By Cool-Patches® Missouri sales tax applies to all Missouri customers. Iron on Instructions: 1. Pre-heat iron to hottest temperature setting. DO NOT USE STEAM DURING APPLICATION. 2. Surface of fabric should be clean before applying. 3. Preheat fabric where attaching patch for 10-20 seconds. 4. Position patch on garment. Cover design with thin cloth. 5. Press straight down for 20-30 seconds with constant pressure NO BACK AND FORTH! 6. Turn the garment inside out and repeat. 7. Let cool for one minute. If edges come up, repeat.
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Discover the beauty and versatility of raw edge appliqué with this comprehensive guide. Learn about the tools and materials you'll need and essential techniques for creating intricate designs.
A comprehensive step by step tutorial for the simplest and the most widely used applique technique - raw edge machine applique with fusible web.
Free applique patterns for you to print off including letters, numbers, stars, hearts, elephants, birds and more. Page includes instructions for how to applique baby clothes for an easy homemade baby gift idea.
A great how to for beginning sewers who want to learn how to applique using their sewing machine! Check out the step by step instructions. Pictures included!
Learn how to crochet a quick & easy leaf applique in under 2 minutes! Use this free crochet pattern to embellish your floral creations!
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Appliqué is a fun way to express yourself with fabric. Learn How to Applique Like a Pro by following these easy steps. It's easier than you think.
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A comprehensive step by step tutorial for the simplest and the most widely used applique technique - raw edge machine applique with fusible web.
Check out this round up of adorable free dog applique patterns. They are perfect for crafts like sewing, quilting or even just for coloring. Download your favorite dog applique template today!
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Crochet hearts are very popular motifs to crochet. They are easy to make and can be used in many different ways. In this post, you will learn how to crochet a heart in three sizes – small, medium and large. You can use crochet hearts as appliques for different embellishments. Hearts will look great on …
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Also known as: bullion stitch, caterpillar stitch, coil stitch, knot stitch, post stitch, worm stitch, Puerto Rico rose, grub knot This is an interesting stitch used to make simple motifs. I would say that this is an ‘elongated’ knot which can be...
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Learn how to do a stitch known as the hidden slip stitch, which is the perfect stitch to use when sewing bindings or doing hand applique.
See how to machine applique for beginners! This easy sewing technique is a great way to use up fabric scraps and here are tips for sewing appliques.
Seriously. 2 minutes. I timed it. Use this quick and easy leaf to spruce up your crochet flowers.
