Machine and hand-applique essentials at your fingertips! This convenient pocket guide features Kim Diehl's unique and wonderfully successful technique for invisible applique by machine and turn-free applique by hand. Discover how to shorten your stitching time, how to finish appliques that aren't reversed from the original pattern, and how preparation can eliminate the need to anchor seam allowances in place with starch or a fabric glue stick prior to stitching. Learn about Kim's invisible machine-applique techniques that use freezer paper and are infinitely quicker to complete. As a bonus, learn how to machine applique with trapunto! Best-selling author Kim Diehl of the popular Simple series returns with a convenient pocket guide to machine and hand applique. Applique confidently with easy-to-follow techniques, clear how-to photos, and tried-and-true tips. Gain the basic skills and knowledge of applique for personalized crafts.