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    Old 12-17-2011, 04:23 AM
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    If you use a black light, it will help. They emit a purplish glow rather than white and help you to see. I have one on my longarm and I love it!
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    My only suggestion is to use a light and angle it close to the quilt so it casts a shadow on the thread. That is what I do when working with dark colors and it works, still a difficult task. Good luck!
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    Originally Posted by margaret53
    I thought that I posted this earlier, but I don't see it. Sorry if I am repeating myself. I am hand quilting a black quilt using black thread. I can't see what I am doing! Any suggestions? I am far enough along that I don't want to take it out and use a different color of thread. Thanks.
    Thanks for reposting! Lots of good suggestions we can all benefit learning.
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    Old 12-17-2011, 03:38 PM
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    I have one. I will try it. Thanks!
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    Old 12-17-2011, 03:39 PM
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    Originally Posted by Just Me...
    If you use a black light, it will help. They emit a purplish glow rather than white and help you to see. I have one on my longarm and I love it!
    Should have included the quote. I have two blacklights. I will try them. Thanks.
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    Old 12-17-2011, 04:56 PM
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    Agree, must have excellent lighting; draw your pattern on with that thin white-leaded marking pencil. Good luck.
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