Diamond Quilts - Directions for marking background grid lines

Work on a large flat surface such as a dining room table, ping-pong or pool table. If possible, work with a friend or spouse to make the job go more quickly with greater accuracy.

Tools: 1–2   6" x 24" rotary cutting rulers, design guidelines either from page 42 in Diamond Quilts & Beyond book OR from the web page, 1–2 permanent marking pens such as the Sharpie fine pen or Identa-pen, clear package tape, 1 large piece of any of the following for background: flannel, fleece, felt or flannel-backed vinyl tablecloth.

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