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Appliqué is a wonderful choice for
fleece or other fabrics where a lower
stitch count design results in better
registration of outlines and details.
Most designs are digitized for stock
purposes. That means the designer
had to gear the registration of
outlines and fills to a typical, woven
fabric. It would be impossible to
make the design perform the same
for all fabrics, because every fabric
differs in the amount of push/pull it
will cause in the design. This is why
fleece can be so challenging to stitch
on. Proper stabilization with a good
cutaway is important, but choosing a
design that is appliqué can be
beneficial as well.

Another advantage to appliqué
designs is they use less thread.
Also, an embroidery project can
be specifically tailored to an
outfit by coordinating choice of
fabric. If that sweatshirt is going
to accompany a pair of plaid
shorts, then coordinate with a
matching fabric for the appliqué
area.

Happy Trails, right, is a great example of a
design that is lower in stitch count and
perfect for fleece. The windshield can be
appliquéd with a sheer fabric, while a colorful,
sturdy twill is perfect for the roadster.

Bunnyfly Tales Collection.