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Tutorial: Hand applique

May 3, 2010 by Denise Felton 1 Comment

Ruth O’Leary lets us watch over her shoulder as she appliques a complex shape. She has great advice for making the process painless and the results beautiful. She even includes a tip for curing any “wobbles” you may spot after the fact. See her tute.

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Comments

  1. Gloria says

    May 5, 2010 at 1:25 am

    Very nice and clear tutorial indeed .
    Have a nice day, gloria

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