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misseva 11-07-2013 10:20 AM

Extra hand (Gizmo) for separating chain pieced segments..
 
II was considering buying a Gizmo but just discovered the thread cutter on the side of my sewing machine and that's what I use to cut apart my chain-pieced four patches. I actually never use it for cutting thread when sewing because I have an auto cut button on my machine and it didn't cost anything extra. And here I've been sniping them apart with scissors. duh

Gizmohttp://quiltbug.com/images/gypsy-cutting-gizmo.jpgThe Gizmo is the extra hand you always need when separating chain-pieced segments of your quilt tops.

grammy Dwynn 11-07-2013 10:24 AM

I have one, and it is wonderful .... just finished putting together over 70 log cabin blocks! Chained for awhile, then used Gizmo, chained, Gizmo... etc, etc.

quiltstringz 11-07-2013 10:25 AM

I actually have one of those and I love it. It is easier for me to use than the cutter on my machine especially handy when I am sewing with others in a group as I can turn around and talk while doing it (don't have to be facing my machine), But then I am a gadget lover

Monroe 11-07-2013 10:43 AM

Easy to make one from a seam ripper tucked into the hole of a spool. Can glue the spool to a base if needed.

PaperPrincess 11-07-2013 11:33 AM

I know I said I LOVE my bloc-loc rulers, but I also LOVE my cutting gizmo. It's big & purple so you can't loose it on your sewing table, and for me, it really helps a lot. The thread cutter on my machine is in an awkward place and I tried using a seam ripper stuck in a spool, but I stabbed myself, which you can't do with the gizmo. You can also replace the blade. And it's very stable, so it doesn't rock or move when you use it. I love to chain piece!

QuiltnNan 11-07-2013 02:18 PM

how coincidental that you posted this today... i discovered the same on my machine today... so much easier than using the scissors

Nammie to 7 11-07-2013 02:35 PM

Gadgets are fun but I have a tendency to lose them!!

snipforfun 11-07-2013 07:20 PM

One of the advantages of chain stitching is that the next piece of fabric being fed doesnt get hung up in the feed dogs. Best not to cut the pieces apart as you go along. I just snip the long line apart with scissors, but I can see where the Gizmo would be helpful. For me its just another toy that eventually ends up in a drawer. However the Gizmo is better than cutting after each piece with your auto cutter. I took Sally Collins class on Precision piecing and discovered the advantage of chain piecing.

SherriB 11-08-2013 03:49 AM

I think that will be a wonderful Christmas gift to ask DH for! I chain sew a lot and this will be a nifty little thing to have close by.

BellaBoo 11-08-2013 05:31 AM

I have several of these! Two came from different secret pals and one won as a door prize. I keep one on my ironing table. It sure is handy to have.


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