From blue bandanna print fabric:
Cut 1 strip measuring 10″ by fabric width.
Subcut the strip into 4 squares measuring 10″ (A squares).
Completing the Topper:
Prepare templates using the Body, Head, Wing, Leg, Tail, Comb, Beak, Flower Center, Flower Half-Center, and Petal patterns provided in the project insert.
Trace the shapes onto the paper side of fusible web using the prepared templates. Refer to the list below for the number of shapes to trace. Cut shapes apart and apply them to the wrong side of the fabric as listed below. Note: If the background fabric shows through the white tonal, fuse lightweight interfacing to the wrong side of the white tonal before applying the shapes.
White tonal fabric: 4 bodies, 4 heads, 24 petals
Red tonal fabric: 4 each wings, tails, and combs
Gold tonal fabric: 4 beaks, 8 legs (4 reversed), 1 flower center, 4 flower half-centers
Cut out the shapes along the traced lines and remove the paper backing.
Arrange the hen appliqué shapes diagonally on an A square, placing the body in the center. Position the tips of the feet 1″ from adjacent edges as depicted in Figure 1. Tuck the top of the legs under the body, allowing the head to overlap the body and the comb to tuck under the top of the head. The tail should overlap the body at the top, and the wing should be placed at an angle on the body. Position the beak at an angle to create the impression that the hen’s head is turned sideways, facing the viewer. Once satisfied with the arrangement, fuse the shapes in place.
Figure 1
Use a machine blanket stitch to outline all the shapes of the appliqué, using thread that matches the fabric.
Organize the appliquéd A squares into two rows, each containing two squares, ensuring the feet are positioned at the outside corners. Stitch the squares together to form rows, then combine the rows to complete the center; press gently.
Following Figure 2 as a guide, place the flower center over the seam intersection of the A squares. Arrange eight petals evenly around the center, tucking the ends of the petals under the edge of the center; secure in place with a fusible adhesive.
Figure 2
