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Originally Posted by conniemaried
(Post 5512205)
Being a new quilter, I am still learning how to use all the products out there for quilters, but this one's got me beat. I am doing a kit quilt, and have to cut out 120 3x6 flying geese to fit together accurately in the main body of the quilt. I tried using the recommended ruler to cut them to no avail--I couldn't make them accurate. So I tried the Quilt in a Day Flying Geese ruler, but still couldn't keep the ruler from sliding. OK, so I ordered online some Invisigrip which is supposed to keep the ruler from sliding. It came this afternoon, applied it to my ruler and to my dismay, the ruler is as slick as ever! The invisigrip sticks good to the ruler, and as far as I can tell, can only be applied one way--it doesn't stick on the other side. Slick as ever. Have I wasted money on this product, or am I doing something wrong? At this point I feel it's bad enough to warrant a refund. Any suggestions or comments? Thanks, Connie
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? Did you Cover the Whole Surface of your rulers OR only Parts of them? I've Got My Rulers coverd with Invisagrip And have Never had a problem such as you describe, Except every once and awhile I wash them with plain water to refresh the 'gripness' :)
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I use 6x24 ruler for just about everything . It is fiskars I believe and the marked side slips less. The non marked side is like a skating rink. If I have to cut a long strip, I place my hand in the middle of the ruler with the ball of my hand, thumb, and index and middle finger applying the pressure to the ruler. It helps if you do not push your rotary cutter too much against the ruler but rather glide alongside it. If you put too much pressure with your cutter along the side of the ruler either top or bottom side will slip. It takes practice, absolutely, and this is what works for me. When I get tired or rushed, forget it. All my cuts are wonky. Keep at it, take a deep breath, sip of wine and enjoy. You'll be a pro in no time. Happy quilting.
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This will work for you: http://quiltersslidelock.com/
It will keep the ruler steady and prevent cutting accidents. I don't know why anyone would use a rotary cutter without a safety guard or glove. There is another one called Rule Steady that is very good but it's made in Australia and cost much more. |
I haven't added grippy things to my rulers, and occasionally I get slippage and cursing, but two things that I have found useful: a ruler with a lip at the end that goes over the top edge of your mat (so you can gently pull backwards on it to help keep it steady, like a T-square), and leaning on my ruler with my whole forearm when I am cutting slippery fabrics or multiple layers. This last tip can be tough on your back if you are doing a lot of cutting, but does work well!
I also agree that with practice you will find ways that work for you. Good luck! Alison |
I feel like Invisagrip helps a lot. I bought a new ruler and couldn't figure why it was sliding. Duh, it didn't have Invisagrip. I thought I was going to like dots of rubber cement, but they picked up lint quickly and didn't help and looked terrible.
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I took a piece of sandpaper and put double sided scotch tape on it, then took a paper punch and punched small dots and then applied them to the underside of my rulers
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get the clear or sandpaper dots, you can get them at joanns. just apply them to the back of the ruler. They have worked wonders for me
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Also sometimes if you use to big of a ruler that might be why as well
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I use the sandpaper dots or squares and find they work really great. Always used sandpaper under my fabric when in the old days we cut out templates with scissors.
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