What type of ribbon do you have? Are you going to be washing the item? If so, the ribbon should also be machine washable. If it is satin, use a ball point so that it will go between the woven fibers and not cut them. If it is Grosgrain, I'd reccommend a sharp needle. I embroider names on ribbons and school logos.

I think that Jrob helped you. Let us see, and post in projects.

jrob gave a perfect answer so good luck with applique!

There is no need to apologise, asking questions is the way to learn and most of us are still learning. I know I am. Happy sewing

So glad you got the help you needed from Jerrilyn (jrob)! Never apologize for asking questions here, that is what this forum was set up to do, help people with embroidery and sewing problems!! So happy to be able to offer help and assistance to embroiderers in distress, hee hee hee. Good luck with your project. Hugs, Marji