Sew Cute Applique Wall Hanging

When I found out that this month’s Silhouette Challenge theme was fabric, I was thrilled! I’m definitely a LITTLE bit of a fabric lover, and had a project in mind that I had been wanting to try for a while.

Ever since I got my Silhouette I knew it would be a great help in applique. Lately I have been all about working on my sewing space, so it seemed only fitting to make some artwork for my wall. I had some old embroidery hoops laying around and thought a great way to put them to use would be a Sew Cute Applique Wall Hanging.

I love it when I have all the supplies on hand for a project. I simple used a fat quarter, white muslin, Silhouette Sewable Fabric Interfacing, thread and the old embroidery hoops. I started by cutting my muslin into circles slightly larger than my hoop using a dinner plate as a template.

I arranged my letters in the software, and realized I had a lot of empty space that I didn’t want to waste. I decided to fill it with hexagons, and create something with the pieces. Anyone who knows me, knows how much I love any hexagons and 1930′s fabric, so this project is a wonderful collection of all my crafty loves.

One reason I loved using my Silhouette machine was the nice clean cuts that it created. After they were cut, I positioned them on the white muslin fabric.

Second reason I loved using my machine was the interfacing. It was so easy to use and being able to iron my pieces in place before sewing was such a help. It was great to have one product that did it all and not having to add any additional stabilizer or other adhesive.

I will warn you though, when ironing or rather pressing the shapes on to your fabric it might help to using a pressing cloth, so you don’t burn your fabric like I did.

Then, it came time to actually applique my fabric. I was the most nervous about this part because it was my first applique project. I practiced on some of the scraps leftover from cutting my shapes, and when I felt like I had a good grip on how to do it, I got started.

I set my machine to the smallest blanket stitch and went to work. The toughest part was figuring out how to maneuver around corners. I definitely made a few mistakes, but I was totally ecstatic over how cute it turned out. The only problem was my husband was the only one here, and he didn’t understand the excitement over my first applique project.

After I had finished my sewing, I centered my letters and flower in the hoops. Which now that I’m looking at my picture, it looks like it isn’t completely centered. Whoops, I need to go back to that step.

I trimmed the edges of my fabric, and glued them down to secure my new artwork.

Have you ever appliqued before? Have you tried cutting your shapes with a Silhouette or other cutting machine?

Want to Check Out More Silhouette Projects?

My Silhouette Challenge buddies and I are all sharing projects on our blogs today, so peruse the projects below for a wealth of Silhouette inspiration!

1. No-Sew Valentine’s Day Pillows by A Tossed Salad Life
2. No-Sew Interchangeable Fabric Bunting by unOriginal Mom
3. Monogrammed Burlap Garden Flag by The Turquoise Home
4. Crawl, Walk, Bike by It’s Always Craft Time
5. Freezer Paper Stenciled Tote Bags by Weekend Craft
6. DIY Bleach Spray Shirt by Practically Functional
7. Stenciling Sherlock by Please Excuse My Craftermath…
8. Felt Star Wands by Cutesy Crafts
9. Yoda Kid’s T-Shirt by Architecture of a Mom
10. Mark Your Territory- Dog Flags by Black and White Obsession
11. Nautical Pillows by Lil’ Mrs. Tori
12. Big Sister Gift & Silhouette Cut File by Creative Ramblings
13. Nerdy Baby Onesies Free Cut File by Essentially Eclectic
14. Easy Easter Bunny Onesie – Silhouette Cameo Craft by Adventures in All Things Food & Family
15. Fabric Envelopes for LEARNING LETTERS! (& cut file) by From Wine to Whine
16. “Good Morning, Sunshine!” Memo Board by Tried & True
17. Hearts-A-Lot Burlap Pillow Cover by My Paper Craze
18. Baby Quilt by Dragonfly & Lily Pads
19. Surprise Holiday Banner by Whats Next Ma
20. “Team Betty” Tote Bag by The Thinking Closet
21. DIY Sock Minion by Create it. Go!
22. Pretty Up Some Organza Bags by Getsilvered
23. Easy Heart Appliqued Onsies by Create & Babble
24. Bleach Pen Gel & Freezer Paper Stencils Made with the Silhouette Machine by Bringing Creativity 2 Life
25. Valentines Baby Onesie & Boy’s Shirt Free Cut Files by The Frill of Life
26. Valentine’s OWL Always Love You T-shirt by My Favorite Finds
27. DIY Screen Printed Curtains by Chicken Scratch NY
28. Fabric Painted Quilted Wall Hanging by Terri Johnson Creates
29. Glitter Iron-On Top by Simply Kelly Designs
30. DIY Monogrammed T-shirts with Silhouette Heat Transfer Material by Pitter and Glink
31. Birthday Challenge by Fadville
32. Machine Applique with SIlhouette Cameo by The Sensory Emporium
33. Fabric Applique Valentine’s Day T-Shirt by DailyDwelling
34. “Cute as Cupid” shirt by crafts, cakes, and cats
35. Sew Cute Applique by Life After Laundry
36. Rhino Onesie by It Happens in a Blink
37. Upcycled Birchbox Cameo Accesory Organizer by Cupcakes&Crowbars
38. Customizing textiles with Heat Transfer Vinyl (working title) by feto soap
39. Easy Fabric Art by McCall Manor
40. Lady Bug Tote Bag with Silhouette Rhinestones by Ginger Snap Crafts
41. Mommy and Em’s Coordinated Aprons by TitiCrafty
42. Canvas sketch project and a share by Clever Someday
43. Foxy Lady Pajamas by Mabey She Made It
44. Teddy Bear by Work in Progress

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