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Last Updated on March 30, 2020 by wendigratz

It’s so much fun to add extra 3D embellishments to your applique quilts!

There’s a post here showing how to add small 3D pieces to an applique block – teeth and small bear ears.

And I teach several 3D options in my Cute Quilt-As-You-Go Applique Monsters class on Craftsy. Here are a few examples.

You can see that these are mostly longer pieces that you want to flap and dangle. But what if you want them to stand up – like bunny ears?

You can do that for quilts – just like you can do it for stuffed animals.  Here’s the tutorial for stuffed animals.

The technique for quilts is basically the same – but it’s a tiny bit more involved because applique template pieces have no seam allowances – and you need to account for that if you’re going to sew them into flappy ears.

Don’t worry – it’s easy. I show you how to do it in this video.

See? Not hard at all.

Here are a couple of links you might want.

• Shop here for Soft & Stable.
• Get the free Mix & Match Bunnies pattern here.
• If you’re new to Quilt As You Go and applique with fusible adhesive, you can sign up here for a free workshop taking you through the whole process. I think it’s the most fun way to make a quilt. 🙂

Happy stitching!

Best,
Wendi

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