Machine applique

I have taught machine applique for years. I use a universal 80/12 needle if using cotton or cotton/poly thread, a 80/12 embroidery needle if using either rayon or invisible thread and a 90/14 metallic needle for metallic threads. I find I have much less thread breakage using this "recipe" with fusible web and so I follow this routine even if I use the washout fabric glue sticks to "piece" my appliques.

I would write more, but I was klutzy and fell down the stairs last night. Thank goodness the stairs were carpeted or I would have more damage than a few bumps and bruises!

Shelli