I See Applique in My Future

I've railed many a times about my lack of will and skill when it comes to applique.  If truth be told, the reason why I don't do it is because I don't have the patience.  I'm certain that I could become proficient, at least, if I would Just Do It.

I'm ready to try!

I've been tempted into buying supplies by this designer and Queen of Applique, Erin Russek.  I don't remember how I stumpled upon her blog exactly, but I've routinely visited ever since.  I was thrilled to discover that she a Coloradoan, too!  I am going to use her methods to applique--she hasn't reinvented the wheel necessarily since she uses the template and starch method, but her tutorials are great.  I learn best from photos and by doing.  I have purchased Templar template sheets so far.

She will be hosting a free 2011 applique BOM called My Tweets.  The center block is up on her blog.  The Miss Kelly block has to be purchased, but I believe the other blocks in the BOM will be free.  You have a chance to win Miss Kelly, though.