Sewing circles in circles

[Margo]

Hi Kathy,

If I'm doing regular machine applique, I usually do fused applique (with the shape cut to the exact size) with a blanket stitch finish. I like to use AURIfil Cotton Mako 28 weight - this way I can do a single blanket stitch. If I use the 50 wt (much finer) then I do a triple blanket stitch to get the same boldness. Sometimes I match the thread color to the fabric, other times I use a contrasting or coordinating color! Yes - it really depends on my mood at the time :-)

If you look at the Sedona Star quilt, the circle in the very center of the month 1 block is satin stitched. That's largely because I made a mess of the blanket stitch - and I don't like ripping stitches out if there is a way it can be avoided!!! The little dots on the pieced border for month 1 are blanket stitched. The month 2 blocks are also blanket stitched, using a variety of different thread colors. Check out the video to find out about the "unplanned" placement that occurred here.

I've never done turned edge or hand applique - and am in awe of people who have the patience to do this!
Sarah :-)

Hi Sarah, where will I find the video? thanks

Check here for Sarah's video for Month 1: http://daily-blog/106-website-featur...-sarah-vedeler