How to Mark Quilt Lines Using Tulle or Netting

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Select the quilt pattern that you'll be using.

   Place it down on a flat surface. , If the pattern is large and/or there is a chance of the tulle slipping, tape or pin it in place. , Use a dark colored marker so that it easy to see what you're creating and where you've already drawn., You might need to switch to a finer pen., Set aside to dry completely; otherwise, there is a risk of transferring the marker ink to the fabric., Trace back over the exact same lines using a fabric marking pencil.
   
   Check frequently to see that the marks are transferring onto the fabric., You're done when all of the pattern or design has been transferred.,
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   Step 2: Place a piece of tulle or netting fabric larger than the pattern over the quilt pattern.

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   Step 3: Trace the pattern onto the tulle.

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   Step 4: Take special care with delicate features of the pattern.

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   Step 5: Remove the traced tulle from the pattern.

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   Step 6: When dry

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   Step 7: position the marked tulle directly onto the quilt fabric where the pattern needs to be.

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   Step 8: Continue to mark all the lines you've copied.

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   Step 9: Continue with making your quilt.

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