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I missed the word "clear". I need to read more carefully. LOL
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Hi Aully, I think any fabric store that sells quilting cotton would probably sell invisigrip or a comparable product.
You can also make your own sandpaper dots if you decide to go that route. Buy a small piece of fine grade sandpaper and use double sided tape (like for scrapbooking) to attach it to the ruler. If you decide you don't like it much, Goo Gone or WD40 will remove the adhesive residue. |
I bought the invisi grip at fabricland for $5.00 regular $11.00 for my rullers, I have not used it yet and I also bought 2 clamps to hold down my cutting mat for now. I need to buy a new mat as this one is wrecked now from putting a towel on it and pressing my seams. lol!
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Originally Posted by Aully
I am having troubles cutting, I could really use some advise please. I can't ever cut straight.
My table is waist height, my ruller and mat alwasy move, I can't keep it still. Does anyone use anything to keep there mat and ruller from moving? Or any sugestions? Thanks! I have a video on cutting: http://www.overallquilter.com/blog/h...a-perfect-cut/ hope it helps, Aimee |
Wipe down your table with a damp cloth then set your cutting mat on it. When cutting use a couple of fingers to 'anchor' your ruler like someone else here suggested. Also, don't press the ruler down hard, just gentle pressure to keep it down. Tell us how it works.
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I have been using the invis grip, it works great, I also bought a generic brand for cheaper and it works great too. YAY! I kept all of my left overs of the grip in case I buy more rullers then they will need it too. :)
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Very sharp blade
Sand paper discs on templates/rulers (I also use the clear discs, but if you're having trouble, the sandpaper discs are stronger) Stand up when cutting Insure cutting mat is flat on a flat surface |
Originally Posted by Sadiemae
When I taught we used to use some kind of little sticky putty to put posters on the wall. I wonder if a tiny little piece on the corners of the mat would make it hold still. If it didn't hurt the wall, it shouldn't hurt the table. It was blue and was in the school supply part of the grocery store.
I use the poster putty too. I use it to hold small wallhangings on the wall. Doesn't hurt the fabric or the wall. Double sided tape will hold the mat and not make any bumps underneath. |
If you need to buy a new mat, I love my Martelli mat, ergonomic rotary cutter, and ruler. They don't move at all AND you can bend them, get them wet, and even get them hot and they don't warp. I got mine at a quilt show, but they sell on-line also.
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Originally Posted by e4
If you need to buy a new mat, I love my Martelli mat, ergonomic rotary cutter, and ruler. They don't move at all AND you can bend them, get them wet, and even get them hot and they don't warp. I got mine at a quilt show, but they sell on-line also.
Thanks so much for the info! |
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