Quilt marking can make machine quilting feel more manageable – or more stressful, depending on the tools you choose.
Over the years, I’ve tested a wide range of quilt marking tools while quilting on a domestic sewing machine, and I’ve learned that visibility, removability, and long-term fabric safety matter just as much as how easy a tool is to use.
In this video, I review over 20 fabric markers, pens, and chalks so you don’t have to guess which ones work. I’ll show you exactly how different tools perform, from “danger zone” markers I now avoid to my top picks for crisp, clear lines, and why different quilters sometimes get different results.
If you’ve ever worried about marks returning later or staining your finished quilt, this video will help you make more confident choices.
Watch the video here:
For your convenience (affiliate links, except as noted):
- 4 Rolls Premium Painters Tape
- Clover Hera Marker
- Clover White Pen-Style Chaco Liner
- Clover White Chaco Liner
- Ultimate Marking Pencil for Quilters & Crafters
- Water-Soluble Chalk Marking Pencils 4/Pkg-Silver
- Finally! Fabric Marking Pencil (NOT an affiliate link)
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Happy Quilting!
