Jingle

I use these too. Really like them.

Jingle

Would be easier to use the weights for cutting than to use as intended. LOL

TeresaA

For me, it would go with the exercise bike I use to lay strips on so they won't wrinkle ;-). Gotta use these exercise thingies for something! Wouldn't want them gathering dust.

Fizzle

Me too! It is so helpful, as are all of the things that she does!!!!

Ellen 1

I did not want to purchase 5# weights before I tried this technique. I used my 2# weight and this also works great.

mac

I sent a thread on this a couple of weeks ago when I saw the Jordon's Fabric video on Cutting Corners. Her husband uses an 8 pound weight. I thought it was a great idea and bought one. It works great. I got mine at Target for $5.49.
By the way, I bought their pre-cut blocks in green/blue and did it at the quilting treat. It was very easy and makes a striking quilt. I would post it, but I haven't a clue on how to get a picture on this website.

JanieH

Hope these strips work - I am facing reverse shoulder replacement soon. Just ordered them.

Gay

A while ago someone mentioned a very light spray with adhesive underneath and allowed to dry would do the trick, but I haven't tried it out yet. You would have to ensure it was water soluble I think.

Granchris

The weight is excellent use a can of whatever if you don't have anything else or a jar of sand, Quilter's select is excellent, Frosted Olfa are really good, suction handles help a lot.

Donnamarie

I think another tip is to have your holding hand on the ruler and on the cutting board (to anchor it down). Less likely to slip that way.