Question about Applique

I would have to agree. I taught myself applique from various internet sites and a book or two. Then I took a class because -- I thought surely there was a trick or two that would improve what I was doing. I didn't learn anything in the class I didn't already know. It isn't hard to learn applique from illustrations -- not for me anyway, and I've tried to learn crochet on my own and can't. Applique is different. I think if you've got patience and love handwork it's pretty easy to learn.

Sherry

Like the others, I picked it up on my own--after not being able to hand-sew at all. Really, my DH had sewn my buttons on for over 30 years! I did buy a video at one point, to see if there were any tricks or tips, but it didn't feel like money well spent, as there wasn't anything I hadn't seen in magazines or online.

I hate to be a wet blanket, but it's not likely to be worth the time and money and heart you put into making it. Unless, of course, you have a radically new twist and a way to convince people it's really new, different and useful.

--Heidi

I agree with the others who have replied - *unless you can include *all the current (and past) methods in the same video. Last I heard there were twelve or more. Pretty daunting. I would only buy one if it really did have them all, and they were listed. You would probably then have a monopoly, because I don't think there are any single books with them all in. . In message , F.Hollye writes

I have info about appliqué since that's my strength and I've won many awards, on my site and it's all free.

Nice to see you pop in Rita. Hope you and Martin are well.

Hugs, Taria

Rita wrote:

Oh, thanks for this Rita. I didn't realise. I have looked up several things on your site - never thought of investigating appliqué there. I'll be there tomorrow! . In message , Rita writes

And some of us are grateful for it. AND for all the other advice you so freely give. It is greatly appreciated.

Hope you and Martin have a very Blessed Easter and Passover. Think of you often.

Cyberhugs and Butterfly Kisses to both of you

Butterfly (Not writing much as I'm trying to finish the MBroom drape and a winter afghan before the summer heat sets in)

Surviving Taria. In a lot of pain and can't quilt anymore. Hubby is fine and wonderful. Couldn't do without him Love

Enjoy!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Bless you!!!!!!!!! Thanks for good wishes and wish you and hubby the same!!!!!!!!!!! Love

I agree. I'll add one more thing, too. There are lots of CDs and DVDs available these days to show various techniques (whether applique or something else). Unless you have a recognizable "name", you're not likely to have a huge success. Have you won awards in big shows? Are you a teacher who travels and who is "known"? That's not to say that there isn't always room for new people to come in and make a difference -- but unless you garner some fame, people are more likely to buy the products put out by people whose names are more recognizable.