Drunkards Path rulers - what is your favorite?
10-08-2021, 11:16 AM
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Originally Posted by DawnFurlong
I just cut a lot of 1-1/2 inch strips for a bargello quilt. I think I did fairly well at eliminating any slight curve in my strips, but I didn't find it as easy to cut using a longer ruler as I thought I would (and I am more apt to get that little bend when folding the fabric 2x before cutting). Makes me think of an Accuquilt, cutting is my nemesis right now, no matter how slowly and carefully I go.
10-09-2021, 06:56 AM
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Originally Posted by DawnFurlong
Juliasb - Love your quilts, that is a very interesting design on the first one. I really like how by turning the blocks you can get so many different effects. I guess I just need to decide which way I want to go with regard to a ruler. I just cut a lot of 1-1/2 inch strips for a bargello quilt. I think I did fairly well at eliminating any slight curve in my strips, but I didn't find it as easy to cut using a longer ruler as I thought I would (and I am more apt to get that little bend when folding the fabric 2x before cutting). Makes me think of an Accuquilt, cutting is my nemesis right now, no matter how slowly and carefully I go.
10-09-2021, 07:54 PM
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Then there's the Quick Curve Rulers by Sew Kind of Wonderful. I like the technique because you sew without pinning, press, THEN trim to the correct size and seam allowance. They turn out pretty perfect. And there are a lot of different Drunkard's Path variations in their patterns.
10-14-2021, 08:22 AM
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Originally Posted by ctrysass2012
Just got the MS template/ruler in the mail today. Got it to use with 10" squares. Have not used it yet but am hoping using 10" squares will make them easier.
Originally Posted by SusieQOH
I've had success with Missouri Stars templates. I also have Accuquilt's but haven't used it yet.
I was wondering which set you have - and if you know what the difference is between the 2 options? I am not sure why I would buy one of the other.
10-14-2021, 02:03 PM
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Originally Posted by Onebyone
The small DP template from MS has a smaller curve compared to the larger curve in the large template set. I have them both. I use the small and large in one quilt for interesting designs.
10-17-2021, 11:37 AM
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Originally Posted by Onebyone
The small DP template from MS has a smaller curve compared to the larger curve in the large template set. I have them both. I use the small and large in one quilt for interesting designs.
