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Old 01-28-2013, 10:00 PM
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the sullivans The cutting edge ruler. has anyone tried this?
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Old 01-29-2013, 05:19 AM
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Hi, I've used the Sullivans cutting edge ruler for about a year now. It's just a 6" square, so I only use it for small trims. I really don't know whether it has made much difference, but since I needed a small square ruler and this one was reduced, I've given it a try. I feel that at least I am trying to keep my blade sharp! and it certainly doesn't do any harm.
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Old 01-29-2013, 06:34 AM
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I have found the cheap ones with the sandpaper rings works pretty good. Seems some of my fiskar blades last a long time, some not very long at all.
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Old 01-29-2013, 07:47 AM
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I also have the TruCut. It was recommended by Bonnie Hunter. A gift from DDIL. I use it a lot to prevent dulling. (Take my blade out of my cutter and sharpen it during a project). I really like it. Of course, it won't fix nicks... I've been really happy with it as everyone knew my cutter because it was the dullest in the room!!!

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Old 01-29-2013, 08:36 AM
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Hubby gave me one for Christmas and it totally sucked. I returned it. I can't remember what brand it was. I'll never buy another one, will stick to purchasing new blades.
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Old 01-30-2013, 04:38 AM
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Originally Posted by cindypierce View Post
quilt out loud had a ruler that one edge sharpens rotary blades. I am looking but have not found it.
the sharpeners don't work very well in my experience.
Missouri Star Quilt Co. is where I bought mine. Can't say that it helped much.
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Old 01-30-2013, 04:38 AM
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I have tried different sharpeners over the years and was always disappointed. Then DH saw this one on
Amazon and talked me into trying this out with the idea I could always return it. It is True Sharp electric rotary blade sharpener. It finally turned out to be a keeper. There are two stones...I always do mine with the coarse stone first and then finish off with the other stone. I use a timer that counts off in seconds for accuracy. Also I discovered at the same time it does make a difference as to what rotary cutting mat you use. The white ones from Joann Fabrics do wear out the blades fast. Switched to a much smoother mat (got the Big Mat from sewingemporium.com) and discovered I don't have to sharpen my blades as often. No regrets in getting these tow items. Good luck, Don!
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Old 01-30-2013, 04:45 AM
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I have th tri sharp sharpener with the sand paper rings and you turn it by hand. It works ok but not as well as putting in a new blade. Might help if I used it more but I keep it in a drawer and don't even think to get it out very often.
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Old 01-30-2013, 04:55 AM
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I am waiting for some one to take their old rotary blades and paint them like they do the saw blades.
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Old 01-30-2013, 05:01 AM
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i have a tru-cut--i do not use it! it seems more dangerous than anything else in my sewing room i've ever tried to do- you really have to handle the blade-alot...and it's not easy-once you sharpen it again you are handling that blade trying to get it off the sharpener-then reloaded onto your cutter for half a dozen good cuts---they do not seem to (hold an edge) very long- i would rather spend the $$ on good quality blades that tend to hold up for a good length of time than risk stitches for a few more good cuts.
i don't remember the site right now- but someone on here posted a site where you can send in your used/dull blades and receive new replacement blades for a very low price...send in 10 blades, receive 10 blades- for only about $5...i will see if i can find the post- that seems like a much better way to go than spending money on a sharpener.
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