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Old 03-13-2010, 08:09 PM
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MadQuilter
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Originally Posted by Lace hearts
Hi all
I've established now by searching previous threads and the kindness of someone pm-ing me that I need a 6 1/2 " x 24 inch ruler and a 12 1/2" square for my first rulers.
I find the 6 1/2 x 24" too unwielding for everyday use. My first ruler was a 6 1/2 x 12" - I usually fold my fabric twice and use that ruler to cut my strips. My square rulers are the 6" and the 15" Since most swap blocks are 12 1/2" (unfinished) the 12" would not be large enough for me.

I do use the 6 1/2 x 24 to help square my quilts and cut border prints and such.

DEFINITELY - get them here and use coupons if you got them. Are you visiting a person or the country? If you are hooking up with someone, maybe they could scope out what you might need.
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