Originally Posted by ShirlinAZ
I've traced patterns onto template plastic, then cut "dashes" with an exacto knife. For templates where I just need the outline, I use dressmaker tracing paper to trace the pattern onto cardboard, then cut out with scissors. BTW you don't really need chalk. If you are going to wash the finished quilt you can pounce cinnamon to mark the lines.
Oh cinnamon, how interesting, never thought of that, and the wonderful smell all the while, how wonderful is that. Does it stain the lighter fabrics? Do you mix it with anything else? I would be interested in knowing more about this (cinnamon is my all time favorite spice).