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diamondee 01-31-2018 09:52 AM

These look like interesting rulers!
 
Has anyone tried these ruler/templates? They look easy to do, is there a lot of prep? I'd like to hear some opinions. This is the first time I am seeing these. Thanks Quilters
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h6omi-2eFqA

SuziSew 01-31-2018 09:59 AM

I haven't seen these before and it looks like they have several options. I'm also curious if anyone has used them.

anne2016 01-31-2018 11:02 AM

Where can you buy the templates? My sound was not good so I didn't catch where you can buy them.

QuiltnNan 01-31-2018 11:10 AM

i dont have them, but got some 'fill' rulers from westalee. these look easier to use than the fills.
also, was curious about the hot glue on the ruler... here's that video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=49cXqnj7tCM

SuziSew 01-31-2018 11:11 AM

Here's the link I found http://stores.cscountrystitchin.com/store/

diamondee 01-31-2018 11:36 AM

Nancy, those look to be a bigger size, that's great! Would have been nice if the designers/manufacturers thought to put something on the back of template for a better grip than having to do glue.

anne2016 01-31-2018 11:54 AM

Many thanks, Sue. I appreciate the quick reply.

Originally Posted by SuziSew (Post 7994316)


diamondee 01-31-2018 11:56 AM

:D

Originally Posted by SuziSew (Post 7994316)

Sue, I Thank You for the link to the store, My hubby,,,, maybe not! Dee

rvsfan 02-01-2018 05:16 AM


Originally Posted by diamondee (Post 7994273)
Has anyone tried these ruler/templates? They look easy to do, is there a lot of prep? I'd like to hear some opinions. This is the first time I am seeing these. Thanks Quilters
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h6omi-2eFqA


I looked at the store link but it did not show the meander template used in this video, which is the I would be most interested in. Guess I need to contact the store. Also it says they are for long arms, but used on a domestic in the video, which is what I want.

sewnclog 02-01-2018 06:38 AM

Looks like a neat idea; knowing MY luck though somehow it'd jump out of the groove, hit the ruler and break the needle. LOL

Geri B 02-01-2018 06:46 AM


Originally Posted by sewnclog (Post 7994804)
Looks like a neat idea; knowing MY luck though somehow it'd jump out of the groove, hit the ruler and break the needle. LOL

more than once too! Also that needle screw on the right really hurts when the finger gets under it.....looks like fingers have to be very close to that needle.....ouch!

fivepaws 02-01-2018 06:46 AM

I just placed an order for two of them. Hopefully they will do what I want and the learning curve isn't too hard.

onemoe 02-01-2018 07:03 AM

too expensive for me

JanieH 02-01-2018 09:21 AM


Originally Posted by rvsfan (Post 7994725)
I looked at the store link but it did not show the meander template used in this video, which is the I would be most interested in. Guess I need to contact the store. Also it says they are for long arms, but used on a domestic in the video, which is what I want.

There is a link in the upper left corner for domestic sewing machines.

And I am also a Ricky Van Shelton fan!

anne2016 02-01-2018 12:46 PM

Sorry....double post!

anne2016 02-01-2018 12:47 PM

Don't you need their special quilting foot to use the templates? I checked the site and my understanding was that you have to buy their special foot.

Ellen 1 02-01-2018 03:51 PM


Originally Posted by diamondee (Post 7994273)
Has anyone tried these ruler/templates? They look easy to do, is there a lot of prep? I'd like to hear some opinions. This is the first time I am seeing these. Thanks Quilters
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h6omi-2eFqA

I have never seen these particular rulers and I would not recommend them to anyone. (Regardless of the type of machine you are using). Stippling, Meandering, Micro Stippling does not require the perfection that using a ruler gives. I think these rulers would be very cumbersome. The video did show there would be a problem with the foot of the machine going over the top of the ruler also. Yikes!!! All a beginner needs to do is “take the plunge” and start free motioning on a practice piece. Something small, like a place mat, dog bed, etc. Not a quilt top you spent months piecing. Not in the beginning. A little practice to get control of your machine speed, in conjunction with your foot pressure on the machine pedal, is all you need. It seems scary in the beginning, but after you have started and practiced, you will wonder why you ever spent the $$$ on these particular rulers. A more beneficial ruler to own is a straight edge. IMHO. Ellen

PaperPrincess 02-02-2018 05:51 AM

Looks like you need to purchase their foot to use these specific templates? Was it only me or was anyone else nervous about how close her fingers needed to be to the needle to support the template?

Karol 02-02-2018 06:51 AM

I purchased what they called a mini set at the Paducah show in the fall. They are small and it takes some practice to be sure. My friend bought several slightly larger templates which I found to be easier to use.
I ordered 3 of the larger ones on December 26, 2017 and still have not received them?
I have contacted the company twice and they say they are processing my order.

peaceandjoy 02-03-2018 06:12 PM

They look very much like the ones offered by Sparrow Quilt Co. (www.sparrowquiltco.com). Sparrow is out of Canada, Country Stichin' is in PA. They do also have a facebook page, so maybe try contacting them there?


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