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    Old 05-06-2013, 05:15 AM
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    Just curious......someone wrote on here that they use rubber cement on their rulers so they won't slip when cutting fabric. Have many of you tried that?
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    Old 05-06-2013, 05:57 AM
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    I don't use rubber cement but I do use hot glue. I just put small dollups of glue on the back of the ruler. When I am done I just peel off the dollups and the ruler is like new.
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    Old 05-06-2013, 06:02 AM
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    Haven't used it on my rulers but have put a dollop on my finger tips to make them tacky -- until I have time to get more finger cots.
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    Old 05-06-2013, 06:09 AM
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    The best way to make a ruler no slip and really non slip is to use the Quilter's Slide Lock. It works, that ruler isn't going anywhere once you put it in place. And it protects your hand from the cutter. That was my main purpose in buying it and now I won't cut without it. I have both sizes. It is my have to have quilting tool. http://quiltersslidelock.com/purchase/
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    Old 05-06-2013, 11:41 AM
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    BellaBoo, do you recommend the lighted one?
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    The smell of the rubber cement is too strong for me. Sandpaper dots strategically placed works for me with the rulers. Otherwise I use my alto's QuiltCut2.
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    Old 05-06-2013, 12:11 PM
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    I began using rubber cement on my rulers when I read about it here on the board. I love it and yes it does have a strong smell when applying it. I apply it at night and close my sewing room door. The odor is all gone the next moring. It definitely helps me more than the sandpaper dots. The coating can easily be removed and reapplied.
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    Old 05-06-2013, 12:36 PM
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    Originally Posted by BellaBoo
    The best way to make a ruler no slip and really non slip is to use the Quilter's Slide Lock. It works, that ruler isn't going anywhere once you put it in place. And it protects your hand from the cutter. That was my main purpose in buying it and now I won't cut without it. I have both sizes. It is my have to have quilting tool. http://quiltersslidelock.com/purchase/
    Looks awesome. I can't see what the bottom looks like though. Can you describe it please? Thanks for the info!!
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    Old 05-06-2013, 01:07 PM
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    love this tip! I will have to try it!! Thanks for sharing!
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    Old 05-06-2013, 01:29 PM
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    I find the 3M Nexcare clear flexible tape most affordable and works best. No slipping at all.
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