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Learn machine appliqu 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 appliqu, the basics of machine appliqu stitching, appliqu 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 appliqu 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 appliqu on purchased items such as aprons and towels.

Learn about equipment and supplies, fabrics and threads, how to prepare fused appliqu, how to prepare turned-edge appliqu, how to arrange appliqu, the basics of machine appliqu stitching, about favorite appliqu 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 Appliqu: 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.