How to Sew an Applique on a Garment

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Use stiff scrap fabrics

   You'll also need matching or contrasting thread.
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   Step 2: such as cotton

   Search for shapes online or freely draw a desired shape. , Cut it out for use as a pattern. , Place common pins along the edges of the pattern to hold it in place. ,,, This will add more support to the fabric. , Try your garment on, if possible, to ensure proper placement. , Place the stitch close to the edge of the applique. ,, If you accidentally cut the stitching, the next step will help to mend it. ,,
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   Step 3: for making the applique.

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   Step 4: Design an applique.

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   Step 5: Trace or draw your shape onto a piece of paper.

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   Step 6: Pin your applique pattern to the right side of your fabric.

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   Step 7: Cut the fabric around the edges of your pattern and remove the applique.

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   Step 8: Cut iron-on interfacing into the same shape as your applique.

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   Step 9: Iron the interfacing to the wrong side of the applique.

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    Step 10: Align and pin the applique onto your garment or accessory.

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    Step 11: Using a straight stitch

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    Step 12: carefully stitch the applique onto your garment or accessory.

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    Step 13: Using a tight zigzag stitch

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    Step 14: stitch over the straight stitching

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    Step 15: encasing the raw edges of the applique.

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    Step 16: Trim away any tiny frays of fabric that may have formed around the zigzag stitching.

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    Step 17: Add a wider zigzag stitch over the previous zig zag stitch.

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    Step 18: Finished.

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