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    Old 12-11-2015, 11:21 AM
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    This is what Bonnie Hunter recommends and it does work...
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    Old 12-11-2015, 11:25 AM
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    Like this idea. I use the non skid shelving cut into strips and place under the ruler/template off to the side. no slippage
    Originally Posted by mawluv
    Put a dot of clear finger nail polish and then sprinkle salt on it, let dry, shake off the loose salt and no more slippery rulers!!! I've used this for a couple years now, got it here on the QB!!
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    Old 12-11-2015, 11:37 AM
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    Thanks for the great tip.
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    Old 12-11-2015, 02:50 PM
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    Bonnie Hunter suggest Nexcare tape... kind of the same thing.
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    Old 12-11-2015, 03:33 PM
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    I will try it. Thanks!
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    Old 12-11-2015, 08:22 PM
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    Thank you! I could use help with that!
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    Old 12-11-2015, 11:23 PM
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    I have some of this--thank you for the tip.
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    Old 12-12-2015, 04:53 AM
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    I am happy to help. Thanks to the person here
    who suggested it to begin with.
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    Old 12-12-2015, 08:02 AM
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    Thank you for the tip.
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    Old 12-12-2015, 08:14 AM
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    I also use this tape on my templates and rulers.
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