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    Old 08-26-2015, 09:26 AM
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    Has anyone tried these yet? Craftsy is offering a class on these.
    I have watched some videos on this process and looks very
    interesting. Just would like to know those that have them,
    what they think of them.
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    Old 08-26-2015, 09:38 AM
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    What is the name of the rulers?

    I found this new class: [h=1]Quilting With Rulers on a Home Machine[/h]
    Is that the new rulers?

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    Old 08-26-2015, 09:51 AM
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    I visit Amy's site www.freemotionquiltingadventures.blogspot.com/ I notice she is offering classes on Craftsy, is it her class you are considering? She is good and a member of QB.
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    I tried using a straight ruler and it was difficult for me to move the quilt and the ruler. Sometimes one just gets too old to try new ways of quilting.
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    Old 08-26-2015, 03:28 PM
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    Originally Posted by Tartan
    I visit Amy's site www.freemotionquiltingadventures.blogspot.com/ I notice she is offering classes on Craftsy, is it her class you are considering? She is good and a member of QB.
    Yes, this is the one I saw offered on Craftsy. Just wondered how many have tried this method of quilting?
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    I have used it a little bit with a straight-line ruler. Just be aware that these are NOT the thin cutting rulers. These are 1/4" thick rulers you need to keep the hopping foot to jump the ruler edge. With the thin ones you could jump the ruler and bust your needle.

    My machine has a large throat space and table so working with rulers is doable. It does take patience and practice to hold the ruler steady and move the quilt WITH the ruler.
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    The only problem is making sure your machine is flat with the table so the rulers don't tilt as you are working with them. Ask me how I know!
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    I have done this. You should have a ruler foot. Westalee make them for different machines. I have one for my Viking. The whole process is neat. You can watch lots of YouTube videos if you do a search for Westalee.



    Originally Posted by nannyrick.com
    Has anyone tried these yet? Craftsy is offering a class on these.
    I have watched some videos on this process and looks very
    interesting. Just would like to know those that have them,
    what they think of them.
    Elaine
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    Old 08-26-2015, 07:45 PM
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    I just purchased the ruler foot for my birthday a few weeks ago. I really like it
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    I think this old dog is just too old to learn any new tricks.
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