Help please: I like to make diamond shape quilt, something similiar to the log cabin quilt, only in diamond shape. Is there a diamond shape ruler that you would recommend?
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Here is one of my favorite patterns from the Moda Fabrics site. Just what you were describing:)
http://www.unitednotions.com/fp_flutterby.pdf |
That's the one I want to do. It's absolutely beautiful. So, I thought there must be a ruler out there for this instead of using the using the paper template.
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Google "Boondoggle Ruler" - Not sure if that is what you want or not. The quilt you want to make is stunning.
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There are templates that DO exist because I have a set of them. There are about 5 or 6 different shapes all together in the set. I got them included in a huge box of ebay stuff though, so I have no idea where they actually came from...maybe try Joannes or some other huge store?
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Here are the free patterns from Moda. I'd love to do every one of them!
http://www.unitednotions.com/un_main.nsf/free_patterns |
You can print off the diamond shape and take it to a glass cutting place. They will cut it out of plexiglass for you. Just a thought :D
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I have tried Joann's and Hancock's but no such luck. Off to ebay and do some searching.
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While I hate to talk you out of buying a ruler, why not just use the 30/60 degree lines on your mat and current ruler?
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Wow... a set of 10 for 45 degree laser cut ruler is 50 bucks plus 5 bucks shipping. I would love to get the set but I don't need the whole set. Plus I could spend that money on fabric!!
Cathe, thanks for the suggestion. I think I will do that!!! |
try quiltinaday.com for specially shaped rulers.
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I have a diamond shaped ruler. It is at home, so I can't tell you what brand, but it is a 60 degree ruler and 8 inches long.
It is hot pink/orange colored and I bought it at a quilt shop. They are out there for you. |
You do not need a diamond shaped ruler to cut them out. I have done it with a straight ruler and the 60* angle. Sorry I can't explain it. But some one on this board must have a book that has the directions with pictures to show you how. Good Luck its a beautiful quilt. Marge
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Originally Posted by sew_lulu
That's the one I want to do. It's absolutely beautiful. So, I thought there must be a ruler out there for this instead of using the using the paper template.
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When I do things like Lone Star that are 60* diamonds, I cut and sew strips, cut to 60* using a standard ruler, then re-sew to form larger diamonds. That looks exactly like a diamond log cabin tabletopper I made in the early 80's. I think that was from the Quilt in a Day series.
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Originally Posted by Bevanger
Originally Posted by sew_lulu
That's the one I want to do. It's absolutely beautiful. So, I thought there must be a ruler out there for this instead of using the using the paper template.
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Originally Posted by Moonpi
When I do things like Lone Star that are 60* diamonds, I cut and sew strips, cut to 60* using a standard ruler, then re-sew to form larger diamonds. That looks exactly like a diamond log cabin tabletopper I made in the early 80's. I think that was from the Quilt in a Day series.
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I have 60* and 45* diamond shaped rulers, both purchased at a quilt shop here in Albuquerque. I paid uner $15/each for them. They are made by EZ Quilting (by Wrights). www.ezquilt.com is on the ruler.
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My husband made me one. If you'd like you can PM me about what size(s) you'd like and I'll talk to him about making some for you.
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