如何创建一个由JLayeredPane组成的JFrame，能够绘制Applet？

I'm trying to create a GUI in which I can draw "above" an Applet based on the content within the Applet. To test this I'm trying to fill in a simple rectangle by creating a panel with a filled background to appear over the applet, through use of a JLayeredPane. I cannot get this to work however I try it.I'm trying to create a GUI in which I can draw