Applique Joyce Roberts Designs - You will find appliqué flowers and birds for quilting and sewing projects. See jewelry creations with beautiful stones and silver. The Applique Society - Whether you love appliqué or you are just learning about it, you will find great information and resources here. Applique Basics - Applique comes from the French "appliquer" which means to "put on". In applique, one layer of fabric is placed over another layer of fabric and is sewn in place. Applique opens a whole new design world to the quilter allowing for many more possibilities than just piecing alone. Free Applique Patterns - Free online wearable applique patterns. Applique patterns for denim shirts, T-shirts, vests and more with complete instructions. Paha Sapa Traders - This company offers unique machine applique and machine embroidery designs.