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01-20-2014, 07:52 AM
#32
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Originally Posted by davis2se
If it doesn't have measurement markings on it isn't it difficult to insure that you are getting the proper measured cut, especially when it involves a measurement other than just full inches?
Put it on top of the ruler. It's made to hold the ruler in place and to protect your fingers from the blade.
01-20-2014, 08:33 AM
#34
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It looks handy, but makes for an awful lot of gadgets out on the cutting table! I put the little rubber spots on the back sides of my rulers and they don't slide at ALL. They are by Dritz and are called Clear Fabric Grippers. 24 in a package... I can tell immediately if I've picked up a ruler to use that doesn't have the grippers!
01-20-2014, 08:40 AM
#35
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I bought mine at a quilt show but some fabric shops are carrying them or you can order on line. The smaller size will work for most work but I have both sizes. Get the neon color instead of the clear (I have the clear but wish I had the other). It really doesn't take a lot of pressure--about the same that you would put on a ruler to hold it in place. I use another ruler with it instead of the grid lines, I line up the cut I want to make with the ruler extending to the right (I am right handed) and but the slide lock up to the ruler, press down, slide the ruler out of the way and cut. Hope this helps you decide. I have short arms and as I reach to hold the ruler down it always slips. With the Slide Lock I don't have that problem.
01-20-2014, 09:13 AM
#36
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Originally Posted by ManiacQuilter2
OK, I bought a June Taylor Pro @ JAF for Xmas and I am very disappointed in it. I have to struggle to get my rotary cutter into the slots. I had come across this item in a post on QB and told my friend in Texas (also a member of the board) about the post. She bought both sizes immediately.
My questions are
Where did you buy it?
What size did you buy?
What color did you get?
How much pressure do you have to put on the ruler??
How difficult is it to change from looking at lines on a ruler to using the grid on the mat??
I just don't want to buy anything that won't work for me. I have lost over half of my motor coordination but I am still making just tops for charity. You have to have something to do when you become disable !! I have NEVER cut myself with a rotary cutter but now I am really concern with safety!! THANKS
My questions are
Where did you buy it?
What size did you buy?
What color did you get?
How much pressure do you have to put on the ruler??
How difficult is it to change from looking at lines on a ruler to using the grid on the mat??
I just don't want to buy anything that won't work for me. I have lost over half of my motor coordination but I am still making just tops for charity. You have to have something to do when you become disable !! I have NEVER cut myself with a rotary cutter but now I am really concern with safety!! THANKS
01-20-2014, 10:56 AM
#39
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Originally Posted by dee1245
I may be wrong but in the video it appears that she only used the lines on the mat for squaring up the original cut on the edge of the fabric. Then she uses the lined rulers to measure.
01-20-2014, 01:10 PM
#40
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Location: Nevada
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Originally Posted by Divokittysmom
Does anyone own the 'Lighted Edge', or Non Glare Blue versions? Wondering if they are worth the extra $$..
I have been able to cut multiple layers with it.
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