Originally Posted by AlwaysQuilting
I was reading another post just now and they mentioned rulers and mats being inaccurate sometimes.
I always measure with my cutting mat. It is the way I learned years ago. I only use my rulers to cut a straight line. I've never noticed any trouble.
Am I in the minority?
When I was taught to quilt, I was taught to use the mat to make sure that the fabric was laid out straight and then use the SAME ruler throughout the one project. Between rulers there could be inaccuracies so if you start cutting with one ruler, continue to cut with that ruler.
I don't think there are any rules in regard to that-- it's like cutting the fabric: which side of the ruler do you cut on: with the piece you need on the right or left edge of the ruler?
To me, the only thing that would make a difference on my question is whether you were right or left handed or what felt most comfortable-- there are no rules for this which is why it is fun . . . and addicting!