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In the Studio: An Introduction to Westfield Laser Design’s Applique

August 30, 2024

All Skill Levels Welcome!

Welcome to the world of Westfield Laser Design, where creativity meets precision! If you’re new to the quilting scene or simply looking for a way to streamline your projects, you’ve come to the right place. Today, we’re excited to introduce you to the magic of laser-cut appliqué—what they are, how they work, and why they’re a game-changer for quilters of all skill levels.

What is Appliqué?
Appliqué is a technique in quilting where fabric shapes are sewn onto a larger piece of fabric to create beautiful, intricate designs. Traditionally, this process involves tracing patterns, carefully cutting out each piece by hand, and then sewing them in place—a labor of love, but one that can be time-consuming and tricky, especially for beginners.

That’s where our laser-cut appliqué come in! At Westfield Laser Design, we’ve reimagined this age-old technique to make it more accessible and enjoyable for everyone. Our laser-cut appliqué are pre-cut, pre-fused fabric pieces that are ready to be placed and sewn onto your quilt. No more tedious tracing, cutting, or worrying about crooked edges—just precision, ease, and a whole lot of creative fun.

A bed with two pillows and a blanket on it.

Why Choose Laser-Cut Appliqué?
Laser-cut appliqué are an excellent choice for quilters, whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting out. Here’s why:

Time-Saving: With our laser-cut appliqué, the most time-consuming part of the process—cutting—is already done for you. This means you can skip straight to the fun part: designing and sewing. It’s perfect for those who want to complete a project quickly without sacrificing quality.
Precision and Accuracy: Our laser-cut technology ensures that each piece is cut with exact precision. This means every shape is perfect, with smooth edges and consistent sizes, allowing for seamless placement and stitching.
Standardized Pieces: Because our appliqué are cut by laser, each piece is standardized, making it easier to achieve a polished, professional-looking quilt. Whether you’re creating multiple pieces for a large project or a single, intricate design, you can count on consistency every time.
Ease of Use: Our appliqué are pre-fused with a high-quality adhesive, making them incredibly easy to work with. Just position the pieces, press with an iron, and you’re ready to sew. This user-friendly approach makes appliqué accessible to quilters of all experience levels.

A piece of red fabric is sitting on top of a no place like home instruction sheet.

Explore Our Designs
At Westfield Laser Design, we offer a wide range of appliqué designs to inspire your next quilting project. Here are just a few of our popular collections:

City/State Pride: Show off your love for your hometown or favorite vacation spot with our City/State Pride designs. These patterns feature iconic symbols and landmarks, perfect for creating personalized quilts that tell a story.
Nature-Inspired Designs: If you’re drawn to the beauty of the great outdoors, you’ll love our nature-inspired collections like Forest Friends, Sewfari, and Sewquatic. From adorable woodland creatures to exotic safari animals and vibrant marine life, these designs bring the wonders of nature to your quilt in stunning detail.
Seasonal Holiday Patterns: Get into the spirit of the season with our holiday-themed appliqué. Our Halloween and Thanksgiving designs are perfect for creating festive quilts that add a warm, seasonal touch to your home décor. Think pumpkins, spooky ghosts, autumn leaves, and more!

A living room with a couch and three paintings of animals on the wall.

Join the Westfield Laser Design Family
Whether you’re a retail shop looking to offer something unique to your customers or a quilter searching for your next project, Westfield Laser Design has something for everyone. Our laser-cut appliqué is designed to make quilting easier, faster, and more enjoyable, all while delivering beautiful, high-quality results.

We invite you to explore our collections and see for yourself why quilters everywhere are falling in love with laser-cut appliqué. Welcome to the Westfield Laser Design family—where your creativity is our inspiration!

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CONTACT

Phone:

956-686-0398

Email:

sales@lasercutapplique.com

WHY IS WESTFIELD LASER DESIGN SO POPULAR?

Westfield Laser Design is renowned for its high-quality Pre-Fused Laser Cut Applique Kits, which have become a favorite among quilters and crafters alike. Our Pre-Fused Laser Cut Applique Kits simplify the quilting process by offering precision-cut pieces that save time and enhance accuracy. This commitment to excellence ensures that every project created with our kits is both beautiful and flawless.

Our Pre-Fused Laser Cut Applique Kits are designed to inspire creativity and ease in every craft project. The popularity of our Pre-Fused Laser Cut Applique Kits can be attributed to their versatility and exceptional quality, making them the top choice for both hobbyists and professionals. Discover why our Pre-Fused Laser Cut Applique Kits are a staple in the quilting community and elevate your projects with our innovative solutions.
WHAT IS APPLIQUE?

The word applique comes from the French appliquer, “to put on.” It is most commonly used in quilting as embellishment for quilts, but is becoming more popular in making home decor and apparel. Often cutting applique is considered an arduous, time consuming process due to the intricacy of detailed designs and the level of detail was often limited to the cutting skill of the quilter. However, laser cutting removes the time and skill required by providing perfectly cut pieces.
WHAT IS FUSIBLE?

When we say pre-fused, we mean that your appliqué pieces have a special backing attached. This backing allows for you to tack/lightly adhere each piece to your background to ensure it stays in place while putting together the full project.After considerable testing we have found that SoftFuse Premium works best with laser cut applique. SoftFuse provides good adhesion of the applique piece to the background fabric while still providing a supple feel that is less stiff than other fusibles we’ve tested. SoftFuse is soft enough that you can either hand or machine sew the applique. SoftFuse will not gum up your sewing machine.
IS THE FUSIBLE PERMANENT?

Fusible is not permanent and edges of the applique may begin to peel if not sewn down or otherwise adhered to a surface. The purpose of fusible is to tack the pieces in place while putting a project together.
WHY LASER CUT?

Laser cut offers precise cutting of pieces in minimal time.
WHAT SUPPLIES DO I NEED TO COMPLETE A PROJECT?

Most projects require a background (fabric, canvas, wall), scissors for snipping small connections that keep pieces together during transport, an iron (any iron will do) for tacking and a way to adhere the fabric to the background more permanently once project is complete.
CAN I HAND SEW MY PROJECT OR DO I NEED A MACHINE? WHAT IF I CAN'T SEW?

You can certainly sew your project by hand or by a machine. The fusible does not affect the needles, making either option possible. You can also avoid sewing by using other craft forms for final adhesion such as decoupage or clear paint on wood or canvas backgrounds.
WHAT IS A QUILT BY NUMBER (QBN) TEMPLATE AND HOW DO I USE IT?

Quilt by Numbers (QBN) is a collection of kits that provide a freezer paper template that is reverse cut allowing you to perfectly position each piece as it is shown on the cover of the kit. Simply iron on the template to your background, place each piece in the corresponding cut out, tack the applique in place and peel the template off. It’s sew easy!
IS A PATTERN INCLUDED?

Because applique is pre-cut, we do not include a pattern. However, we do include a placement guide or template and instructions how to use the kit. You have all the instructions you need to complete the project without having to buy a separate pattern.
DO KITS INCLUDE BACKGROUND FABRIC?

Some of our kits do include background fabrics and others do not. Please check the product page for each kit for specific details about the contents of the kit.
WHAT IS INCLUDED IN THE KIT?

Kits include applique pieces with fusible, background and binding fabrics when relevant, a step by step instruction guide, and placement guide. We also offer a template and color guide with our Quilt By Numbers Collections.
ARE THERE ANY ADDITIONAL MATERIALS REQUIRED?

Thread, backing or batting, which can be required for sewing into a quilt or wall hanging.
WHAT IF I IRON DOWN MY APPLIQUE PIECE BUT NEED TO MOVE IT?

The fusible is not permanent, so you can peel the piece off carefully and adjust. Tack it back down with heat.

In the Studio: An Introduction to Westfield Laser Design’s Applique

Mixing Traditional and Modern Quilting Techniques with Appliqué

10 Beautiful Appliqué Concepts for Spring

Turning Your Quilt into a Work of Art: Tips for Incorporating Intricate Appliqué Designs

CONTACT

WHY IS WESTFIELD LASER DESIGN SO POPULAR?

WHAT IS APPLIQUE?

WHAT IS FUSIBLE?

IS THE FUSIBLE PERMANENT?

WHY LASER CUT?

WHAT SUPPLIES DO I NEED TO COMPLETE A PROJECT?

CAN I HAND SEW MY PROJECT OR DO I NEED A MACHINE? WHAT IF I CAN'T SEW?

WHAT IS A QUILT BY NUMBER (QBN) TEMPLATE AND HOW DO I USE IT?

IS A PATTERN INCLUDED?

DO KITS INCLUDE BACKGROUND FABRIC?

WHAT IS INCLUDED IN THE KIT?

ARE THERE ANY ADDITIONAL MATERIALS REQUIRED?

WHAT IF I IRON DOWN MY APPLIQUE PIECE BUT NEED TO MOVE IT?