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After seeing some posts here I am considering making a tree skirt with the 9 degree 25" template. I am only hesitating because I wonder if that will be the only use for that template. Can it be used for other things? I have never made a round quilt, but I guess that template could make a quilt. Has anyone done that?
It can be used for many things. You can use it to make a more petaled Dresden plate, or a round table top cover/table cloth. And you may want to make more tree skirts in the future, as you get tired of one, do another, or maybe a gift for someone else.
Spicy Spiral table runners...
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I think it can also be used for the patterns from the book Quilts Without Corners.
YOu are correct. I have this book right by the computer as I was reading this.. I have been using the 10 degree ruler this week. Just cutting up some inexpensive Christmas fabric to start off with,Originally Posted by Tartan
I think they have an updated version of this book, I have an old one. There are at least 6 patterns listed.
go to phillipsfiberart.com
I've not seen the template, but maybe you could figure out how to make one in the correct size out of template plastic? Then you would not have to buy it.
You can also use this template to make an elongated tumbler style quilt, a dresden medalion quilt, huge grandmothers fan, I am also currently using it to make a sunburst background for a wall hanging I am making for my DD to hang in her yoga studio.
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My DH made one out of Plexiglas. I use it for Spicy Spiral Table Toppers.
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thank you for your response.. I will have to check out phillipsfiberart.com as well. I did think of trying to make my own, but I am concerned that I would mess it up. If I thought I would use the template more than one time I would have less hesitation buying one
I thought there was a tutorial on making your own template but haven't found it yet. I did see this tute on a tree skirt though in case you missed it. Christmas Tree Skirt Tutorial
Here's another interesting thread about making your own. How do I make my own degree template/rulers?
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