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katlady 02-10-2011 06:40 AM

If you are going to do paper piecing they both are needed.

dunster 02-10-2011 06:42 AM

Wouldn't do without it for PP.

jolo 02-10-2011 06:43 AM

I have the 6 in one. Neeeeeeed the 12 in. one. lol

tryitall 02-10-2011 06:49 AM

I have it. I use it with my paper peicing. It is great!

tryitall 02-10-2011 06:49 AM

I have it. I use it with my paper peicing. It is great!

Donna Mae 02-10-2011 06:50 AM

I like mine.
simple quilter

2 Doods 02-10-2011 06:52 AM

LOVE, LOVE, LOVE mine for PP. I also use it for HST. Line it up on the stitching and no worries about using the wrong line on the ruler.

majormom 02-10-2011 07:14 AM

I have a add a quarter ruler and use it everyday. I consider it one of my most used rulers - that and the 4"square ruler which I use every day. Very good investment

j 02-10-2011 07:45 AM

Does someone have a tutorial of how you use it? -- J

blanketangel 02-10-2011 08:34 AM

Have a 6" and a 12" and use it all the time for paper piecing.Really makes it much more accurate for me.

catrancher 02-10-2011 08:41 AM

I learned about this in a class. I love mine, and I have the add an 1/8 too for small pieces. I have both 6 and 12. inch, and now I want the 18 inch. My PP is far better now that I'm using it. Suggest you look for the YouTube video to learn how to use it properly. Also, i read on a blog (American Quilter?) recently how to use it for cutting with templates. A useful tool. Love it.

pegquilter8 02-10-2011 08:53 AM

A must for paper piecing. Love mine for adding when I design a block.

Wunder-Mar 02-10-2011 09:32 AM

I have two, of differing lengths, and I love them. Although I use them predominantly for paper piecing, I've grabbed one or the other for here-and-there use in design work.

Ragann63 02-10-2011 09:37 AM

It is great when paper-piecing...

mimistutz 02-10-2011 09:43 AM

Thanks, I was wondering what to use the 1/8" one for, duh makes sense, I haven't made anything that small yet to need a smaller seam.

Originally Posted by catrancher
I learned about this in a class. I love mine, and I have the add an 1/8 too for small pieces. I have both 6 and 12. inch, and now I want the 18 inch. My PP is far better now that I'm using it. Suggest you look for the YouTube video to learn how to use it properly. Also, i read on a blog (American Quilter?) recently how to use it for cutting with templates. A useful tool. Love it.


quiltnotes 02-10-2011 10:08 AM

I do a lot of paper piecing. It's my favorite type of quilting. I haver the 6" and wouldn't want to be without it.

mjsylvstr 02-10-2011 12:03 PM

I have both the 1/4" and the 1/8". I really couldn't get into PPing until I was introduced to these rulers.

The are the "mostest"....

PPing is now my favorite form of quilting.........I would be lost without these rulers.

MaryJane

stillwaters 02-10-2011 12:31 PM


Originally Posted by nycquilter
I bought the add-a-quarter and add-an-eighth. It took a while for me to start using it and after I did, I wondered why I waited. I use it on foundation-pieced blocks and it has earned its keep

Laurie

I also have both - use then for freezer paper paper piecing. They are very handy!

brushandthimble 02-10-2011 12:40 PM

I use it all the time when I paper piece. :)
I have both add 1/4 in 6 and 12 inches and add 1/8 6 inch.

check out Carol Doak's web site, she has a free tutorial for pp
I have also used it as a ruler, it is maked.

msquiltalot 02-10-2011 12:41 PM

I love it for paper piecing. If I don't use it, I cut of my 1/4 inch.

winterfun 02-10-2011 12:44 PM

I have one and love it! Don't know what I would do without it.

davis2se 02-10-2011 02:26 PM

I use mine all the time when doing paper/foundation piecing. I can't imagine how one could do that without one. I have a 6 inch and a 12 inch, and they are both worth every single cent I paid for them.

stormatsea45 02-10-2011 02:39 PM

Yes, they are worth it if you are going to do paper foundation piecing. I couldn't do it without the ruler. I have even used the 1/8" once when I did a miniature foundation quilt.

meemersmom 02-10-2011 02:43 PM

I use mine a lot. I also have the Add An 1/8, which I use for miniatures and decorative items.

Tweety2911 02-10-2011 02:49 PM


Originally Posted by sidmona
I have the 6" and 12" and use them every time I do PPing - love them for that.

Same here.

swcrazzy 02-10-2011 04:19 PM

I have two in different lengths........ Now if I could just find them. Beth in Co

IDquilter 02-10-2011 04:39 PM

Hmmmmmm- that sorta sounds familar, I think I have one of those, couldn't live without it and don't think I have ever used it.

Delbra 02-10-2011 04:43 PM

I was wondering if I need one also. Listening to these gals I am convinced I do. In fact today I couldn't find one in JoAnns.

grammysharon 02-10-2011 04:49 PM

If you are paper piecing the add a 1/4 is a necessity. :thumbup:

chuckbere15 02-10-2011 05:05 PM

Just bought them and waiting to use.

annpryor 02-10-2011 05:06 PM

I use the 1/4 for paper piecing and the 1/8 for Dear Jane.

quiltmom04 02-10-2011 05:52 PM


Originally Posted by quiltsru
have any of you ladies used or bought a rule called add 1/4?
If so is it worth it to buy one?

Quiltsru

I wouldn't be without it for paper piecing. It helps you keep the 1/4" accurate and doesn't slip. Before I used it, I inadvertantly cut off the seams a lot!

sew_itnow 02-10-2011 06:03 PM

I bought the add 1/4 and the add 1/8 both. I haven't used the add 1/8 yet but i have used the add 1/4 with the pp. I have really enjoyed it. IMOH i think it really makes the cutting a lot easier.

patchsamkim 02-10-2011 06:09 PM

The "add a 1/4 ruler" is a must have if you do paper piecing! And if you are only going to buy one length, buy the 12" one!

Betty Lee 02-10-2011 06:09 PM

That is one of the best things they have come out with.
Its perfect when your paper piecing. Well worth investing
your money in. I have two. Its also great for making 1/4
seam markings around your templates. Betty Lee

Dolphyngyrl 02-10-2011 07:37 PM


Originally Posted by sidmona
I have the 6" and 12" and use them every time I do PPing - love them for that.

How do you use them for PP

Michellesews 02-10-2011 07:39 PM

When you flip the fabric back and get ready to trim the seam allowance, line it up against the folded back paper and rotary cut along the edge of the ruler, it will leave you with a 1/4 seam, slick as a wink!
Michelle G. in El Paso

PKITTY1 02-10-2011 07:46 PM

I like NYCquilter use it for so much. It is great in paper piecing. Used it on the Jan house BOM here on the board. I have two rulers I use alot. The 6.5 omnigrid square and the add a quarter ruler.

Jannie 02-10-2011 10:14 PM

I have one but not sure where it is. Sounds like I better find it & try it out again.

sewmorethings 02-11-2011 05:18 AM

Yes i have one and it is a great gadget to have if you paper piece a lot, it makes it much easier. You can do paper piece without one, i did several without one, but sure do like the ruler.


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