How to Use Quilting Stencils on Your Fabric
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Chubby Crayon
Even though it is called a crayon, this product is actually a type chalk. ZJ demonstrates how easy it is to use quilting tools like this by simply drawing on the fabric or tracing along a quilting stencil. The Chubby Crayon generally comes in a 6” length, which should be more than enough to mark an entire quilt. The crayon is approximately ¼” in diameter and can either be sharpened to a point, or as ZJ demonstrates, used along a side to create a crisp line. Lines drawn by the crayon stay in place until removed with the heat of an iron. It is always a good idea to try out a marking tool on a scrap piece of fabric first to ensure it removes properly.
Marking Chalk
There are several different methods for using chalk to mark quilting lines. One way to mark lines on a fabric is to lay a quilting stencil on top of the quilt and then use a pad to blot chalk in place. ZJ explains why this method is not always a good one to use on larger quilts and shows an alternative method. Using a marking tool that can be filled with chalk and then used like a pencil can create a more visible line, making it easier to see when stitching. No matter which chalk method you use, the chalk can still generally be removed by simply brushing it off or rubbing it with another piece of fabric.
Stencils
While there are many different quilting stencils available, there are still other ways to draw out a quilting design as well. All of the marking tools in this videos are great for tracing stencils as well as free hand drawing design. Stencils for fabric painting or other fabric designing can also be used to draw quilt designs. Or, you could even create your own quilting stencil.
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I was always taught to use a cloth between my iron & the wax to soak up the residual wax and protect the iron, but I have enormous respect for Ms. Humbach. Does anyone know why she irons without a pressing cloth when removing the waxy chalk?