I have been asked periodically if I do anything to pad my applique appear poofy…
The answer is no. My little nifty secret is that I use either wool/silk batt for my batting. I generally quilt densely around the applique pieces, and just do outline quilting very close to the applique pieces. The loft of the batt itself makes my applique pieces POP!
That’s all for now. Ah, another new week is upon us. Happy Monday everyone! Have a lovely week ahead.
Ivory Spring 
Wendy, all stunning!
Thanks for the explanation, Wendy–and more views of your beautiful work.
Great technique — I love the poofiness of the flowers.
Beautiful- I love the poofy look. I will have to try a batting other than cotton or bamboo.
I’ve always known that my sister is good! :) So proud of her! :)
I love the way your applique always looks poofy. Your quilting is so beautiful!
I am going to have to try this!!
Do you fuse your applique with anything or press and pin then stitch? I have only done applique using Heat and Bond light.
As always, your work is incredible!
So beautiful! I know my applique doesn’t pop on my flannel batting, lol.
Incredible! I love it! Kisses and have a good days! Monica
Amazing finish!!!!! Happy crafting, Jenny
Your quilting and your applique are so beautiful. You are a craftsman and an artist.
That is really cool. Your quilting is amazing! I love how it makes the applique pop.
This is SO Pretty
I really like the blue flower! GREAT use of buttons!!