Appliqué has been used to decorate and adorn fabrics for centuries. Whether machine-stitched or hand-sewn, the techniques of appliquing smaller fabrics to larger ones is varied and can be used to decorate clothing, home decor, quilts and accessories. Begin with learning how to work with needle and thread for hand-sewing applications, then move onto to working with templates. Continue building skills as you discover a variety of methods and uses for appliqué including cut-shape appliqué, needle-turned, hand and machine sewn appliqué, and reverse appliqué.