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Appliqué is a decoration made by attaching one piece of fabric to another. The smaller piece is often cut into a shape, such as a flower or animal, and placed on a larger piece of cloth. Its edges may be sewn, glued, or covered with stitching to keep it in place. Appliqué was originally a decorative way of repairing damaged fabric items.
Appliqué is commonly used on quilts, clothing, bags, and blankets. It can add color, pictures, or patterns without weaving the design into the whole fabric. The word comes from a French word meaning "applied" because one piece is applied to another.
Appliqué is commonly used on quilts, clothing, bags, and blankets. It can add color, pictures, or patterns without weaving the design into the whole fabric. The word comes from a French word meaning "applied" because one piece is applied to another.