NEW THIS WEEK - January 21st, 2009
Free Project Instructions!
Get out your bin of fabric scraps, because this week, it's all about applique!
Browse this page to find a collection of applique in different styles and sizes to suit your every stitching need. Rich squares with tropical motifs; flowers accented by fancy, scrolling stitching; and a set of animals with a vintage look are just waiting for you to discover them. Plus, you'll find a variety of heirloom applique designs -- fruits and veggies, dinosaurs, and lots more -- for just $1 each!
Applique designs are a great way to use up scraps of favorite fabric left over from other projects. Since fabric covers part or all of an applique design, it's a great way to get "solid" fabric coverage in a jiffy. Applique also offers endless ways to exercise your creativity -- if you want a floral moose or a tie-dyed strawberry, you can make it happen!
Be sure to check out our instructions for stitching applique designs, multi-piece applique, and heirloom applique. And be sure to scroll all the way to the bottom of the page for the "Stay In Shape" Tweet of the Week!
These tropically inspired squares give you a chance to show off all kinds of rare and beautiful fabrics! Each design is made on a fabric base, with impressive satin stitch surrounding the applique on top. A shimmery green fabric was used for the hummingbird below -- mix up your choice of textures, prints, and fibers for a tropical treasure that's uniquely yours.
Click here for instructions on stitching multi-piece applique designs.
A bold butterfly spreads its wings across this dazzling square. Pick a patterned fabric for the wings to invent a new kind of butterfly!
You can stitch this toucan anywhere you want to add a splash of the tropics -- try it on a tote bag to take to the beach this summer!
Tropical tree frogs come in all kinds of bold colors and patterns.
Choose different fabrics for a frog that's realistic or fantastical!
Large, lovely hibiscus flowers are one of the many gems of warm climates, from Egypt to Hawaii.
Swirling "waves" surround this sea turtle with an applique shell. These amazing creatures have changed little since prehistoric times, and they're found in all the world's oceans except the Arctic.
A Pieces of Paradise (Applique) Value Pack Piece together your own paradise with all six of these designs! Their tropical flair lends itself to totes, wall hangings, clothing, and more.
The Pieces of Paradise (Applique) value pack contains 6 designs, priced at only $10.97! Click on an image or link below to see the designs included in the pack, and add the pack to your basket.
All designs smaller than 7.9 x 7.9
All designs smaller than 6 x 10
All designs smaller than 5 x 7
All designs smaller than 4 x 4
Echoing the style of the birds in the recently released Perching Pretty designs,
these applique flowers are a classy way to put your favorite fabrics on display.
Click here for instructions on stitching applique designs.
Rounded petals provide a nice contrast to pointed leaves and a swirling stem.
Subtly patterned leaf stitching sets off this gorgeous flower.
A round and full bloom is on display, with more buds waiting.
Bold stripes radiate out from the center, accented by straight wispy leaves.
A Pretty Petals (Applique) Value Pack Get all six of these lovely flowers at a discount -- they'll be the perfect go-to designs
when you need a classy, one-of-a-kind gift.
The Pretty Petals (Applique) value pack contains 6 designs, priced at only $8.97! Click on an image or link below to see the designs included in the pack, and add the pack to your basket.
These charming applique designs are inspired by an earlier series of Crafty Critters -- tiny, friendly animals with a vintage homemade look. Each comes in two sizes and combines an adorable applique cutout with soft stitched details. If you like this style, make sure to check out the Crafty Critters designs without applique too! Click here for instructions on stitching heirloom applique designs.
Hedgehogs may have a reputation for being "prickly," but this one's as snuggly as they come! Lifting a fresh pastel flower, this crafty critter will become the best stitched buddy of toddlers
and young adults alike.
A cute frog sits on a lily pad, big eyes watching dinner fly by.
A young fawn frolics, chasing a bee through the field.
We stitched this gentle mouse with a felt applique to be extra soft to the touch.
Whenever new heirloom applique designs are released, Embroidery Library stitchers can't wait to get their needles on them. Applique is a great way to use up scraps of fabric left over from other projects, and there's lots of room for creativity. Want a floral banana or a batik triceratops? Go right ahead and make it! Blanket stitch gives this style a special handcrafted touch. Browse this variety of heirloom applique designs -- you'll find flowers, fruits and veggies, dinosaurs, woodland creatures, a tasty cupcake, and more. Click here for instructions on stitching heirloom applique designs.
The energetic birds of the new Stay in Shape Tweet are here to help motivate you to get through your workout! Whether you're into sports like basketball, tennis, or swimming, or just like doing a little cardio and weight training to keep fit, they're always just your speed. Stitch them on the back of your jogging jacket, or put them on a gift for the fitness enthusiast in your life.
Available in two sizes: 5.85"X9.04" and 4.41"X6.80"
Want to see more? Click here to see designs released in previous weeks!