Block Two

Awhile back, I started a BOM that involved applique. I finished block one with the technique called needle turn applique. I talked about it here, and after thinking about it for a few more months, I decided to do the next block by doing the technique by machine. I don't have to cut the pieces a 1/4 inch bigger, and do lots of hand stitching. So today, yes Christmas, I got the pieces cut out using heat and bond adhesive and ironed on and in place ready for taking it to the machine and stitch down the pieces with a nice blanket stitch.

Taking a Stab at Applique

I just completed this, Block 1 of Amela's Rose Garden. I still have much, lots, a ton to learn about hand applique. I really struggled with this, probably because I chose a complicated tiny piece project to tackle for my first project. I have 13 more blocks, and a center mediallon to do before this quilt will be done. Yikes!

I am not sure whether to plow ahead and keep working on it, or if I should try some larger pieces project, to get in some good practice? What does anyone out there think?