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Old 01-29-2014, 11:45 PM
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Default What tool would you recommend to other quilters?

I was thinking tonight that there is no way to be aware of all of the awesome tools for quilting. So I wanted to know what tool(s) you would recommend to someone? I mean something other than rotary cutters, regular rulers, etc.

For example, I love to use my June Tailor Shape Cut Plus ruler for cutting strips.

What do you think is great?
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I have a Quilt Cut II, and I just love it! It has improved my accuracy in cutting many-fold, and I'm delighted that my blocks and points are matching up so much better now. If someone had told me about it, I'd have gotten it years ago!
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I like a magnetic wand to pick up pins and needles that fall on the floor.
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One of my favorite tools is a wooden skewer. I use it to hold the fabric as it slides under the walking foot. It's so handy for several jobs.
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I have some silicone thimbles to keep my fingers safe when pressing small seams. Love them.
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I have some silicone thimbles to keep my fingers safe when pressing small seams. Love them.
I never thought of this use. Will get the thimbles out for the next time.
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Am currently working on a paper pieced star project, this site, and am so glad that I have the add a quarter ruler and a little cutting mat. The ruler makes it so easy to lineup the fabric pieces.
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Old 01-30-2014, 05:54 AM
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Quilt In A Days triangle square up ruler and flying geese rulers.
Also a turning cutting mat.
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Originally Posted by Gayle8675309 View Post
I was thinking tonight that there is no way to be aware of all of the awesome tools for quilting. So I wanted to know what tool(s) you would recommend to someone? I mean something other than rotary cutters, regular rulers, etc.

For example, I love to use my June Tailor Shape Cut Plus ruler for cutting strips.

What do you think is great?
Martelli cutting mats (including their rotating one)….So far superior to any other!! Makes cutting a breeze..
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