Return to the Wild applique quilt pattern features a large bull elk as found in Yellowstone National Park. Only male elk have antlers that they shed each March. By September, the regrown antlers are solid bone. A set of antlers on a mature bull can weigh up to 40 pounds.
This wall hanging can be made individually or combined with the other three Return to the Wild Northwest series of patterns to create a large 42" x 45" combined wall hanging. The last photo shows the combined wall hanging using all four patterns.
Wildfire Designs Alaska patterns are designed for fusible applique, so I recommend that you use an Applique Pressing Sheet. The pattern contains a layout guide, full size applique pattern pieces that are already reversed, and instructions. Although the instructions do not say this, I recommend that all the applique pieces should be sewn down to the quilt top after fusing using the stitch of your choice (straight stitch, zig-zag, buttonhole or satin stitch).
Skill Level: Intermediate
Finished Quilt Size
27.5" x 19.5" Wall Hanging
