Yes I remember that machine, but I don't know what it was called. It was an accurate way to measure, and ripping the fabric was a straight and accurate way to separate it from the bolt. Aaaah the good old days!

About a million years ago, I worked at House of Fabrics in So. Calif. We used those gizmos and ripped the fabric after it was notched. Fabric was 36" wide and most of it was under $1.00 a yd. That was in the late 60's to early 70's. Like I said, a million years ago(lol).

I remember the machine that measured fabric - it was very accurate, not like today when they measurewith a yeard stick on the table and everyone starts at a diffferent point.

I worked at So-Fro here in Ft.Wayne, back in the earlier 70's and remember using it.

Donna: Thank you! This is exactly it. Thanks to all of you that walked down memory lane with me. It's no fun going there all by yourself!

Our Joanns uses an updated version of this in the upholstery department. Brings back memories of when I was a kid!

Thanks, Donna...I remember the stores using these...I was in a couple of small town stores in the 90's and remember them still using these.

Yes, but wish I were too young to remember!

I too remember the good old days. When my mom bought fabric, it was usually at Woolworth's or JCPenneys, and they used them. I think I will suggest that they bring them back to Joann's. Always short. GGRRRRR

Boy this post brings back memories. I remember it well.