This video shows an interesting way to applique. There is a part 1 and 2 and is worth watching. You can watch both videos for free as well as download the pattern she is doing.

http://www.thequiltingschool.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=144:freezer-paper-applique-p1&catid=32:cheri-m-johnson&Itemid=85

JoJo