Option 1

1. Bring up the design on your computer screen.
2. Choose Print Screen. Figure 1
3. Cut template(s) from printed design. You will be able to see the outline stitches and the tackdown stitches. Cut the template on the outline stitches. Figure 2
4. Apply fusible adhesive to the back of the fabric. Figure 3
5. Trace the template top down (the printed side is the top) on the fusible adhesive.
6. Cut out the applique fabric. Figure 4

Option 2

1. Hoop a piece of paper. Figure 5
2. Use an old needle without thread while running the
outline stitches of the design. Figure 6
3. Mark the top of the template. Figure 2
4. Cut out the template from the paper.
5. Apply fusible adhesive to the back of the fabric.
6. Trace the template top down on the fusible adhesive. Figure 3
7. Cut out the applique fabric. Figure 4

Outline - A running line that defines the applique’s shape.

Tackdown - A running line that will stitch inside the outline to tack down the fabric.

Most fabric stores have fusible adhesive. You will need a lighter weight adhesive. The heavier weight adhesive gums up your needles and it will hinder the stitches locking with the bobbin.