I like to do machine applique. I don't have the patience to do the hand work of turned applique, but I admit that my grandmas did it that way and the work was beautiful. If you enjoy hand-work, try the method, otherwise, you can get some pretty nice looking applique work by machine stitching.

I usually do raw edge applique. There are so many nice iron-on products that it makes it easy. The double-sided products like featherweight Heat & Bond are easy to use. There are many brands available. Once you've set your designs on the quilt and bonded them to the fabric, the fun begins with the stitching around each motif. Just go slow and take your time. You might want to look for some tutorials on YouTube or blogs that will teach you the technique.