Dina

As I was ripping seams yesterday, it occurred to me that I might want a new seam ripper....as in, maybe the one I was using wasn't as sharp as it used to be.

So, I bought a new one at Walmart this morning. Oh my.....ripping seams is never going to be high on my list, but it sure is easier to rip with a nice new sharp seam ripper.

I suppose everyone else already knows that, right? I am going to try to remember this, just like I try to remember to change my rotary cutter blade when it needs it.

The Bargello I am working on now just seems to need more companion time with my seam ripper....got to oblige. Here is a picture of where I am now, just in case you are interested.

Dina

Onebyone

I like Clover seam rippers, they are sharp and last a long time. I bought this one and it's great. No pokies and no cap to keep up with. I keep it in my class/retreat notion bag. https://www.quiltinaday.com/shoponline/notion/199180 Your quilt is very nice!

EasyPeezy

I used to like Clover but now my favorite is Havel's Ultra-Glide. You have to be
extra careful at first because the blade is extra sharp. It took me a while to
warm up to it but now it's my go to seam ripper.

http://www.havelssewing.com/seam-ripper-18933.html

dottiemae

Yeah, I have become quite good at using my best friend the seam ripper. Thinking of name it to be honest. after all , all best friends have names.

You quilt is amazing. I love the colors and the flow of the pattern.

Stitchnripper

Beautiful quilt and yes I agree, that the rippers get dull after a while.

Melanie Rudy

I always wonder when I change a rotary blade why I didn't do it sooner. Sounds like the same goes for seam rippers. Thanks for the tip Great quilt too!

nativetexan

I might get one yet. usually just use my very small rotary cutter like Eleanor Burns does.

bkay

Even the cheap ones from Walmart are sharp at first.
bkay

Marsh

Dina - your quilt is stunning - how many bargellos have you made now?

Dina

Thanks! I think this is about number 13. This one has been a bit more challenging than most....thus the extra use of my seam ripper. It is my own fault though, as I designed this one myself. I have designed a few in the past, but I made them up as I went. This one I used a free online Bargello program....and I have a LOT to learn about using the program.

What a good memory you have..to remember that Bargello quilts tend to fascinate me.

Dina