Originally Posted by QuiltE

Thanks everyone for the suggestions. I hope others benefit from them too!

Interesting the different thoughts re the effects of paper on rotary blades and scissors. I too was raised that we had sewing scissors ...... and scissors for paper etc. And NEVER did we dare to use scissors on wire, as someone suggested!

I have been going with a very short stitch ... 1.0 !!

I have an "add a 1/4" ruler, though I don't like it .... too small for my big fingers to hold in place and then slice with the rotary. YIKES! Therefore, I
find I only use it when drawing on 1/4" markings! Instead I prefer a full size ruler or square, which also helps hold the whole section of the block in place when I trim.

When using the Add A Quarter ruler, are you placing a postcard on the stitching line then butting the lip of the ruler on the edge of the card. You might be more comfortable with the same AAQ ruler in the 12" size.

To hold pieces in place, I will add a few basting stitches. Then they're easily removed.



I haven't tried the glues .... what brand of washable glues do you use?