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Here is the thread on how to fold fabric: http://www.quiltingboard.com/tutoria...ost992489.html
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I keep hearing about folding material with the ruler. What exactly is that and how is it done?
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What is the ruler folding method?
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Originally Posted by dunster
(Post 5597046)
I folded my fabric that way, stacked it by color or theme. Then I was thinking about getting the comic book boards, so on a whim I put those folded fabrics vertical, wondering how much room they would take up that way vs. in stacks. They stood up without the boards!!! I was so thrilled. I now have most of my fabric standing vertically (much easier to take a piece out that way) and am not having to buy boards! All the pieces I did this with are 1 yard or more.
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Go to Missouri Start Quilt Company and they have an I Spy Jar Quilt that I am making. Oh so cute and so much fun. They have a tutorial on it.
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All my fabric is stored in plastic tubs. They sit under my bed and several stack in the guest room closet. It was driving me nuts having to dig through my fabrics. So after reading the posts regarding folding fabric using your 6 by24 inch ruler I thought I'd try it. Let me tell you I couldn't be happier. All my fabric is nicely folded in my tubs end to end. They look like books on a bookshelf. Easy to see, organized by colours. Even my fat quaters have been refolded. It takes up less room and looks so tidy. Once I refolded the first tub of fabric I couldn't stop. I did them all. Some of my pieces are 6 meters long and they still folded well. I feel so organized. Thank you quilters for sharing all your great ideas. I refolded 8 tubs!
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The link was posted above on how to fold fabric using this method.
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I've used a 5x24 ruler (I think--I know it is 5" wide) and I love it. I put them in my bins organized and they look so neat. I agree with the lady that said she was folding an hour and half later. It is really a great, simple idea.
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Originally Posted by LoisM
(Post 5596931)
I have trouble keeping the ruler/fabric from slipping so my fabric isn't as flat as I'd like it to be. Am I doing something wrong?
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here are a few very good links on folding using a ruler. videos http://www.quiltingboard.com/links-r...c-t202336.html
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