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    Old 10-29-2011, 04:08 AM
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    Do any of you use a rotary cuter as a seam ripper. I was useing a rotary cutter to rip a long (98") seem. It seem to work fine. At least I did not cut the fabric or myself.
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    I have done that a few times when my seam ripper was out of sight, but I try not to make it a habit.
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    Old 10-29-2011, 04:11 AM
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    Doesn't Eleanor Burns use a rotary cutter for a seam ripper? I think I have seen her do that. I would surely cut my finger off if I tried it!
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    Old 10-29-2011, 04:19 AM
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    I have, but only when the seam ripper was 'lost' and it was a short space to rip.
    I prefer to use my scalpel, but now those are dull, so it's back to the seam ripper. I need a source to buy more scalpels.
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    Old 10-29-2011, 04:47 AM
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    i'm too afraid that i would damage me or the the project.
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    Old 10-29-2011, 05:23 AM
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    Originally Posted by QuiltnNan
    i'm too afraid that i would damage me or the the project.
    Me too :!: I have 3 jack the rippers incase I lose one :lol: :lol:
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    I have used an razor blade but not the rotary.
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    Old 10-29-2011, 05:47 AM
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    Originally Posted by piepatch
    Doesn't Eleanor Burns use a rotary cutter for a seam ripper? I think I have seen her do that. I would surely cut my finger off if I tried it!
    ITA .... or slice the fabric .... so I don't think I'd even contemplate!

    But if it works for you, then that's all that matters!
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    Old 10-29-2011, 06:16 AM
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    no, with my luck...i'd cut my fabric. not willing to chance it. :roll:
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    Old 10-29-2011, 06:53 AM
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    I do quite often. just like Eleanor Burns says to.
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