Inner Points the Piece O' Cake Way

Becky Goldsmith shows you how to hand applique an inner point.

[@lizabethswitzer9113]

I'm so lucky to have found your channel. You are the only teacher who manages to break down every detail so clearly. You are truly a master instructor! I appreciate all the extra tips you give as well. You make learning a Piece O Cake :)

[@BeckyGoldsmith]

I'm married to a biology professor and he was my first editor, way back in the day. I learned how to break steps down and be specific :-).

[@JR-zl9on]

Thank you SO much for such clear and detailed instructions. The flower you worked on is the exact shape of the one I am trying to applique. After watching your video I feel much more confident, plus if I have any problems, I will return to watch it again...possibly more than once.

[@BeckyGoldsmith]

Thanks for letting me how much you are enjoying this video!

[@adrianadugrenier]

Thank you so much, I learned a lot, I am teaching myself, I don’t have nobody to teach me. This is the best video I ever seen . Thank you again.

[@HelenBradley]

Oh My God you are amazing. I have struggled with this so much and you took the time to explain absolutely everything that had caused me grief and I really feel like I can make such neat inner points now. I’m going to find your video on outer points so that I can get those down as well. You’re the only person who’s ever taking the time to explain exactly how to do it. Your drawing was perfect and I am so glad I finally found your video after watching so many poor quality ones - this one was awesome.

[@BeckyGoldsmith]

Thank you! I do love to hear that what I'm doing is helpful :-). Happy stitching, Becky

[@patriciaoverman2623]

Very well done! Easy to follow and the camera was in the perfect position. Thank you so much!

[@judithlockhart7137]

Thank you for such a clear demonstration of hand appliquéing into points/curves! You have wonderful videos and I enjoy watching and learning from you! Many years ago I made Stars in the Garden and won a beautiful ribbon for first place in the category!

[@idratherdrive6321]

You are a true master! No tiny irons, no tiny tools and starch and glue. Just talent. I’m so impressed. My grandmother and mother created appliqué this way. Their quilts were so soft. And they have stood the test of time. I hope with practice I can become this good. Thank you!

[@BeckyGoldsmith]

Thank you so much! And, yes, you can indeed do this. Take it one step at a time and remain calm :-).

[@angelikaimnaehglueck]

I agree with you: Glue - brrrrrrrrrrrrr - i think, glue in needlework is terrible.

[@annettehachey7909]

A tiny bit of glue never hurt anyone, right Becky?. ☺

[@BeckyGoldsmith]

Annette Hachey I use glue in some places, but not when I’m sewing an inner point. I think it hurts more than it helps, but others may have different results.

[@capicoa9554]

You are awesome! Your explanations are very clear and easy to follow. You just don´t miss a step. Your videos are well defined and sharp. Thank you for sharing every tip you have acquired through your experience.

[@BeckyGoldsmith]

Thanks!

[@ingfig1]

I love your tutorials, your explanations are so clear, and the video work is excellent. I get into my zen space just watching you - a feeling that all is well with the world!

[@spiveytina]

I have to say Wow. I’m not sure I have the patience or steadiness necessary for needle turned appliqué. Your perfection is simply amazing to me. I hope your works are deeply valued by those honored to receive them. I’m feeling a bit amateur in my skill level. Thank you for sharing this precise work of art. The concise instructions make me think, “I can”, realistically well, maybe.

[@BeckyGoldsmith]

Always remember that you are just sewing together two pieces of fabric by hand. Yes, it's nice if you do it perfectly but if you don't, your quilt will still be lovely in the eyes of whoever ends up owning it. My mom's last quilt is quirky and imperfect and maybe the funnest quilt ever!

[@deborahreardon9245]

Your instructions are wonderful. Thank you.

[@heleenhoogenboom1793]

Wow, I never knew about where scissors really clip. Thanks for your very detailled video’s. I do enjoy them and I am sure I will use this new knowledge in my work.

[@BeckyGoldsmith]

It's the little things, right?! Have fun with your stitching :-).

[@zainylainy1]

I've loved your appliqué since I started quilting about 20 years ago. I have done your stars in the garden quilt. I could never have imagined, but You have gotten even better. Thank you so much for your videos, as I really needed a refresher as I have gotten a bit sloppy through the years. It's awesome that you put these out there for free. You should be teaching on Iquilt and making money doing this. Thanks again for your first rate videos!

[@BeckyGoldsmith]

Thank you, Elaine! I hope to film some classes before too much longer. If only life would settle down just a bit!

[@user-up5yb7bi2k]

Elaine Armenta 

[@bobbiepesson80]

So happy to find this video. Great teach in job,Thank you.

[@Yesmslola]

Dear Becky, I totally agree with your treatment of inner points. Twice the feedback on my work from judges has criticized this method, but I believe the true applique artist wanted it to last. Applique artists want to be able to wash and use the quilt I believe. This is also how the true Hawaiian quilters did their innter points. Thank you for this video. L

[@bonniemanley2688]

Thanks so much for your patience in teaching. You make it so easy to understand.

[@kemking8397]

Another excellent tutorial. Thank you so much for taking the time to share. I'm growing in confidence that I can actually do this with each video of yours that I watch.

[@yolandacorzine4595]

Thank you for a very informative video on inner points.

Querida Becky. Obrigada! Um show de aula. Didática impecável. ❤❤

[@kmitchell7970]

Your tutorials are so awesome! I learned to applique your way, and have recommended your website and tutorials on all the applique FB groups I belong to. Thank you! Karen Mitchell...a longtime fan!

[@michelleh7587]

BIG thank you!!! I've had fraying and a mess and this is the first video that showed this properly and sensibly ❤️ you saved my mind and appliqué quilts

[@mollieturner828]

Thank you for this video. I have been so frustrated lately getting it just right and have been concerned about having my innermost stitches show. Seeing you do this, with a toothpick.... Who knew!!! Tonight's sewing will be so much easier. I loved this!!!

[@heliveswwjd]

Thank you so much for posting this video. I never could wrap my head around how to secure the inner points. I was clipping the fabric but I was still trying to have invisible stitches. No wonder it wasn't working. This is another reason to have thread that matches the fabric. Thanks again .

[@njame2137]

WOW. Thanks SO/SEW much. I love you :) great detail and close up- I'm off to have another go with more confidence!

[@BeckyGoldsmith]

I promise that you can do it. Take your time and remember, it's just sewing.

[@blacktulip966]

Thank you ! Inner points were the hardest to learn. You made it easy and understandable.

[@BeckyGoldsmith]

+Rawyah Sami I happy that you found this video helpful. Enjoy your stitching, Becky

[@diannamichie5775]

As usual, Becky, wonderful instruction, thank you. 😊🇨🇦

[@lorali9669]

You rock at this! Thankyou for your instruction!

[@slbram17]

your videos are wonderful, and have resulted in my purchase of your video and the applique sampler book. It is helpful for me to have a nice preview of the quality of instruction, thus making it more likely I will purchase instructional products.

[@roseannehebert3682]

Thank you so much for your tips and teachings.

[@cathyaitken2794]

Thank you for your video. I’ve appliqué for years and never had a consistent technique for points and valleys. Also thank you for mentioning that you can’t always stitch in the grain. Probably less than 10% of stitching goes that way!

[@BeckyGoldsmith]

Thanks! I'm happy that you like this one :-).

[@annabroome1659]

You rock, Becky. Very talented!

[@naydanjay]

Great video! Thank you for sharing your secrets.

[@BeckyGoldsmith]

I'm happy to!

[@lance3665]

Thank you so much for the excellent instructions.

[@BeckyGoldsmith]

You are very welcome!

[@joybells57]

Wonderful! Thank you!

[@angeltorres5132]

Thank you Becky for this tutorial. Im getting ready to start on a pattern that uses heat and bond on pieces but I want to use the turn-in edge, which Im going to do. I also purchase your book from Amazon today to use in my project. Love, love your instructions. 😙😙😙😙

[@BeckyGoldsmith]

HI Angel: I think you are going to love needleturn applique. It's a happy way to spend you time :-).

[@femkebeugelink7779]

Heel goed uitgelegd!! Dankjewel.

[@themamadiaries1430]

This was so helpful!!

[@rebapepper4635]

Thanks...you make it simpler!😊

[@angelikaimnaehglueck]

I just discovered this video. I got such a fun to try to do an applique. I will ...

[@looyingheykpm-guru4864]

very useful video for me to stich the inner point !

[@BeckyGoldsmith]

How about that-I didn't know that that's how the Hawaiians do inner points! And, yes, this is the only way that makes sense to me. BTW... I've never had a judge say anything about my inner points except that they look great. Judging is interesting... I appreciate helpful comments but beyond that I do what I do and don't worry about what judges might say. Thanks for commenting!

[@quiltingforthesoul]

Awesome job

[@Buthyful]

very useful thank you so much :)

[@TheMyssT]

Thank you so very very much for this video. I am working on hearts with a deep inner point. I have 14 to do...so by #14 I should be much better (I am numbering them). I think my point might be too deep because when I clip it I have 1/2 of a quarter inch seam allowance. After I clip it looks just like yours(clipped) though. I keep ending up doing a satin stitch trying to catch the frays....for about the same distance that you take the shorter stitches that are longer(into the applique piece) I have learned one thing for sure...the less I mess with the clipped point the better off I am. I have to go get some cocktail toothpicks ASAP. I have to tell you that my stitches are invisible and I have learned everything I know about applique from you on this channel.

[@BeckyGoldsmith]

I'm so glad you have enjoyed the tutorials! It makes me happy to know that they are so helpful. Enjoy your stitching, Becky

[@TheMyssT]

I had to remove my first four appliques...I learned so much doing that. Those applique stitches are stronger than any machine stitch I know. The inner point on the heart was never ever going to fray. Thanks again.

[@MarciaBaker1205]

awesome tutorials

[@BeckyGoldsmith]

Thanks! I do try :-).

[@margaretkancianic6259]

I really appreciate your excellent teaching skills and your time you give so freely. Maybe I'll finally learn needle turn applique! May I ask which marker you use to mark the appliqués?

[@BeckyGoldsmith]

I use a General's Charcoal Pencil in white for medium to dark fabrics. My new favorite pencil for light fabrics is a Blackwing 602 pencil sharpened to a fine point with the 2-step sharpener. Use a light hand with the darker pencil and you can still see the mark. Both can be found at pieceocake.com.

[@evaflorez45]

Muy amorosa , gracias !

[@ericaa.c.2999]

Hi! Your video is wonderfull! But I still have some questions: a) How large are the stitchs? b) What kind of needle (also the number) do you use to this work? c) What kind of thread do you use for the appliqué? Thank you!

[@BeckyGoldsmith]

Hi Erica: I usually use a #12 sharp but the needle you feel comfortable with might be different. My stitches are usually bigger than 1/16" and less than 1/8". You can see more on the actual stitch in a different video, kzbin.info/www/bejne/hpPFopSneNhqoq8. I hope this helps!

[@944gemma]

Do you use straw needles?

[@BeckyGoldsmith]

I used to but don't any more. I like a Sharp needle, either the #11 Applique Sharp made by Tulip or the #12 Black Gold made by Clover.

[@LisaLisa-zl9vu]

Great tutorial but boy my needle turn is one hot mess~ not really liking it lol but i'll keep going. I like the challenge....somewhat!

[@BeckyGoldsmith]

Be sure to finger press before you pin your applique to the block. That is really important. And use a round wooden toothpick to turn the edges under if the needle is not working.

[@LisaLisa-zl9vu]

@@BeckyGoldsmith YES! I've been watching your applique how to's all this morning and i must say they are informative!!! I'm currently stitching Fleur de Lei block by Lynn Harris from the Splendid Sampler 1 book. It's like a snowflake pattern!!!! Yikes. My goal is to make each block from this book, Thanks for your response and help. Looking for my toothpicks but may use a wooden skewer if i can't find the picks. XO

[@francoiseallemand8987]

C'est une horreur ! Vous ne savez pas appliquer les formes concaves. Vous avez bien trop cranté, vos points sont énormes et trop visibles dans la courbe en creux. Vous devriez aller prendre des cours ou bien regarder les vidéos de Jan Patek pour que vous travailliez mieux. De plus vous avez le culot de faire un tuto avec une aussi affreuse application.......Vous induisez en erreur les novices. !!