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Old 11-27-2010, 06:50 AM
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Originally Posted by Spudgm

I got my magnetic pin bowel at the auto parts store about half the price of the quilt store.
Got mine at good old HF. $2.99 for the small one.
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Old 11-27-2010, 06:56 AM
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I was looking for a 60degree ruler. LQS didn't have one- look online- $16 and up. Went to staples- $6.49. So I bought some other rulers and a compass. Eyed up the french curves set but it was pricey and I don't know if I would use it in quilting.

I bought my vellum paper there for pp too.

I love Staples almost as much as Home Depot.
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Old 11-27-2010, 07:10 AM
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Someone here did a tutorial on paper piecing borders on cash register tape. I got a couple of rolls at Staples and started sewing my from my scrap basket. I have some colorful borders now for an upcoming quilt. They also have some nice pencil boxes that are the right size for a rotary cutter.
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Old 11-27-2010, 07:15 AM
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So many wonderful ideas from you ladies. Love to hear how you adlib with other products that save money so we can spend it on fabric.
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Old 11-27-2010, 07:29 AM
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I found a neat tool caddy in Staples awhile back. You know, the kind that spins around, like a lazy susan, with all kinds of slots & openings in the top. Works great for holding my scissors, rotary cutters & all kinds of small stuff. Got a kid's one, so it's colorful, in primary colors, love it!
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Old 11-27-2010, 07:57 AM
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Originally Posted by happymrs
I found a neat tool caddy in Staples awhile back. You know, the kind that spins around, like a lazy susan, with all kinds of slots & openings in the top. Works great for holding my scissors, rotary cutters & all kinds of small stuff. Got a kid's one, so it's colorful, in primary colors, love it!
Awesome Idea! I need to pick one up sometime soon!
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Old 11-27-2010, 08:17 AM
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I use a pocket wall file ( http://www.google.com/products/catal...d=0CEUQ8wIwAw# )
next to my sewing machine to hold the manual for quick reference, together with other items that I reference regularly (how to finish the binding, etc.).

I also stuck a few pieces of cork board on the wall by my machine to pin patterns and/or notes to.
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Old 11-27-2010, 08:32 AM
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I use the binder clips to hang my patterns as I'm working on them. Easier to see and don't get lost on my table. I also have binder clips holding those squares I just HAD to try --- have a LOT of them. AND I use the binder clips to hold my patterns for things I'm GOING to do SOME DAY!
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I use the hole reinforcements to mark the point (example 2 1/2 x 2 1/2) spot on my ruler if I have to make several pieces the same size.

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Old 11-27-2010, 09:20 AM
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Originally Posted by MarieM
I use the hole reinforcements to mark the point (example 2 1/2 x 2 1/2) spot on my ruler if I have to make several pieces the same size.

Marie M.
GREAT IDEA!!!!!!!!!!! I didn't know they made hole reinforcements anymore. I'll have to look for them. Thanks for a wonderful tip.
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