Deanna, I am sure you have check out the beautiful ones at EmbLib. Also, for kids, you should see Planet Applique. I like applique too...Becca at Planet Applique has some free ones to try. I love how the fabric just sort of pops out at you.
there's an appl. wintergirl today 4 nov, as freebie on Sick and the appl. of adorable appliqueday are still there+ the normal ree designs of adorable( see link)
And embroider this has free fall leaves as appl. now:)
Applique is not my thing but your design for your sil is lovely....where did you get it? I may be willing to try applique again.
I really want to try some applique but just cant seem to find the time!But after reading how much you enjoy it I'm gonna fins an hour somewhere today to start I think!
Found some cute free below!http://www.bunnycup.com/free.aspx
this is a christmas gift for my SIL, I had started...hopefully I will be able to get it done in time....probably going to be a last minute rush as always