Free Applique Patterns

Whether you're looking for an applique pattern to embellish a baby bib, quilt block, T-shirt or backpack, you'll find loads of free appliques right here for any project you may have. Browsing through the free applique patterns, you'll find lots of ideas to adapt for your own special handcrafted items. Your choices are limitless with fabrics you select for a particular project or cull from your personal fabric stash.

There are also many free basic patterns you can download and print. Use these simple shapes to applique custom gifts for Christmas, birthdays, weddings and your own decorating. Add custom stitching and trims to make your applique really special.


Quilt Applique Patterns

Although many of our applique patterns are shown on shirts and vests, applique is also used extensively on quilts, wall hangings, pillows and other fabric. Applique is the quilting technique in which pieces of fabric are sewn on a foundation fabric to create designs. The basic idea of quilt applique is simple - cut a shape out of one fabric and sew it onto another fabric. Applique can result in gorgeous quilt blocks.



Free Applique Patterns:

Newest Patterns and Quilt Blocks




There are also tons of free basic patterns you can download and print. Use these simple shapes to applique custom gifts for Christmas, birthdays, weddings and your own decorating. Add custom stitching and trims to make your applique really special.

Basic Shape Patterns
Visit the pattern section with basic shapes and patterns for applique, quilts, crafts and clipart. Many varieties in each category:

Animal Patterns
Farm Animal Patterns
Bird Patterns
Bird House Patterns
Bug Patterns
Butterfly Patterns

Car Patterns
Cat Patterns
Christmas Patterns
Cross Patterns
Dinosaur Patterns
Dog Patterns

 Fish Patterns
Flower Patterns
Fruit Patterns
Halloween Applique
Heart Templates
Leaf Patterns
Miscellaneous Patterns
Moon & Sun Patterns

Sea Animal Patterns
Snowflake Applique
Southwest Patterns
Star Shapes
Sunbonnet Sue Patterns
Teddy Bear Patterns


Types of Items That Can Be Appliqued

Applique can be used to embellish a variety of fabric and textile projects. Here's a list of popular items that can be customized with applique:

Clothing & Accessories

T-Shirts & Sweatshirts

Denim Jackets & Jean Pockets

Baby Clothes & Onesies

Hats & Caps

Tote Bags & Handbags

Scarves & Shawls

Aprons & Chef Coats


Home Decor

Throw Pillows

Quilts & Bedspreads

Curtains & Drapes

Table Runners & Placemats

Napkins & Kitchen Towels

Lampshades

Wall Hangings


Seasonal & Holiday Decorations

Christmas Stockings

Tree Skirts

Easter Baskets

Halloween Costumes

Thanksgiving Table Linens

Valentine's Day Banners

Patriotic Bunting & Flags


Baby & Kids' Items

Baby Blankets

Bibs & Burp Cloths

Stuffed Animals & Plush Toys

Hooded Towels

Kids' Backpacks

Play Mats & Activity Quilts


Personalized Gifts

Monogrammed Towels

Wedding Handkerchiefs

Anniversary Table Linens

Custom Baby Shower Gifts

Personalized Sweatshirts & Jackets


DIY Craft Projects

Fabric Book Covers

Scrapbook Covers

Fabric Journal Covers

Greeting Cards

Embellished Canvas Art


Specialty Items

Patches & Badges

Costume Accessories

Sports Jerseys & Team Gear

Religious Banners & Church Linens

Pet Clothing & Beds

Applique is a fantastic way to add unique designs, monograms, or intricate patterns to everyday items. Whether you're personalizing a gift, enhancing home decor, or making custom clothing, the possibilities are endless!