Storybook Mermaid Applique

The 5x7 Storybook Mermaid Applique is the third set in the Storybook Appliques series.  Thank you to everyone who preordered this series!

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This is my latest design in my new Storybook Girls line of appliques - Storybook Mermaid 5x7 Applique.

Made from quick and easy applique, this 5x7 design takes only 25 minutes stitching time and has only 11 color stops!

These Storybook appliques are perfect for embellishing jumpers, tshirts, totes, even quilts!

 $8.00

 To purchase the Storybook Mermaid applique, please click on the add to cart button.

Storybook Mermaid 5x7 Applique Set (includes pes, jef & hus formats):

 

 Storybook Mermaid Instructions:

1. Hoop item to be appliqued as desired.

 Stitch first color (face fabric placement outline).

Place a piece of fabric on top of outline, covering completely.

Stitch second color to secure.

Trim fabric as closely to outline as possible, being careful not to cut fabric underneath or stitching.

Stitch third color (face satin stitching).

2.  Stitch fourth color (hair fabric placement outline).

Place a piece of fabric on top of outline, covering completely.

Stitch fifth color to secure.

Trim fabric as closely to outline as possible, being careful not to cut fabric underneath or stitching.

Stitch sixth color (hair satin stitching).

3.  Stitch seventh color (cheeks).

Stitch eighth color (eyes, smile).

4.  Stitch ninth color (body placement outline).

Place a piece of fabric on top of outline, covering completely.

Stitch tenth color to secure.

Trim fabric as closely to outline as possible, being careful not to cut fabric underneath or stitching.

Stitch 11th color (body satin stitching).

You're finished!