I don't know why apples are associated with teachers, I always heard "an apple a day keeps the doctor away" but oh well! Artistically speaking though, apples are great. They have a funky shape not quite round, almost heart-shaped and they come in a variety of colors. I especially enjoy illustrations of apples because they are rendered in so many ways and I almost always like them. Check out what I made with this fabric collection Apple of my Eye by The Quilted Fish for Riley Blake . I ordered the fabric late meaning the whole collection was harder to find. But thank God for Etsy , you always find someone who has what you need there. I found several prints from the collection at The Little Fabric Shop online. (Thanks Angie) I am finding, however, that I am creatively defiant when following patterns. I always have to do things a little different, (no stripes inside) ...