: I have a set of blended lines, how can i make it into a vector shape? I am trying to make a clipping mask of blended lines that would clip an object, i was able to create what I needed

@Samaraweera207

Could you post example screenshots of what you did, and that show what the problem is? What you are asking is not very clear.

Without more details, this is really just a stab in the dark. You seem to be having two separate issues.

My first thought is that you have the scale transform set to not transform strokes. When you click Object > Transform > Scale > make sure you check the option that says "Scale Strokes & Effects".

Also, you can't make a clipping mask out of open strokes, they would need to be closed shapes. You'd need to expand the strokes, and combine them by making them into a compound path before using it as a clipping mask. Metis's answer covers this so I won't repeat it.

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@Turnbaugh909

This is the basic process. You may find these steps helpful.


Draw 2 Lines
Object > Blend > Make
Object > Blend > Blend Options
Set to Specified Steps and 50
Object > Expand
Object > Expand (yes twice)
Object > Compound Path > Make
(Refill with black if the fill gets lost)
Place above artwork
Select lines and art
Object > Clipping Mask > Make

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