How to keep ruler from sliding while cutting?
02-05-2013, 10:07 PM
#21
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About 10 years ago I went to JoAnn's and bought their lightest weight clear plastic and cut it to fit the back of all my rulers. I have only had to replace the plastic on one ruler in that time. I also cut strips of this plastic and wrap it around my thread spools to keep things tidy.
02-06-2013, 02:13 AM
#22
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My cutting table is at a good, comfortable height where i can get a good reach and good angle. I also cut TOWARDS me - starting at the farthest point and pulling the rotary cutter towards me instead of pushing it away from me. For me, I can control much better. I know most of you will say "It's not safe" I don't have problems w/ my ruler moving and i've never lost control of my cutter.
02-06-2013, 06:18 AM
#23
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What a great idea! Am going to try that one. I bought two sided tape and some really course sandpaper and made my own sandpaper dots, going to get out the spray glue and experiment!
Originally Posted by Quilting Grandma
I recently read about using spray basting, a very light cost on the ruler. I tried it and love it. When it gets too dirty or stops holding, I simply use "goo-gone"to clean it and start again.
02-06-2013, 06:44 AM
#24
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I use Quilters Slide Lock. It holds the ruler in place and I know I won't have a nasty cutting accident. I the small and large size. I won't cut without them. I have the Alto Quilt Cut and it holds the fabric but it's limiting for bigger cuts.
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