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Opinion on Creative Grids Rulers
What is your opinion of the Creative Grids rulers? I need to buy a new 6" X 12" (or 6 1/2 X 12 1/2) ruler and a friend said she really likes the Creative Grids.
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They are my go-to rulers. I have a set in multiple sizes so that I can use the same brand of ruler in a given project. I like the non-slip areas on the back and have found that I'm less likely to move a ruler while cutting.
Cheers, K |
So the non-slip areas really work well?
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Yep - I also have a set of Omnigrid, but don't use those as often because of slippage.
Cheers, K |
I have the 8.5 x 24 inch one.
It's okay. The ruler that I like least now is the Quilter's Rule - the one with the raised ridges on the bottom. |
Hmm, I haven't seen that one. Will have to check it out.
Originally Posted by bearisgray
(Post 4726622)
I have the 8.5 x 24 inch one.
It's okay. The ruler that I like least now is the Quilter's Rule - the one with the raised ridges on the bottom. |
I so love my Cr Grids. I have the 2 1/2, 3/12, and 4 1/2 for my mini cuts. The lines are narrow for precise cutting. I liked my omnigrid with yellow outlines until my eyes started to blur on me. I replaced my 6 x 12 and 6 x 24 with frosted Olfa's which I also like.
While on the subject of rulers, it's advisable to replace them when edges become worn. I was wondering why my width of fabric cuts were bowed, and realized the center of the ruler around the 10-14" marks were worn down enough to make a difference when I cut strips 1" or narrower. |
You know I never thought of that -- worn edges and bowed fabric cuts, but it makes perfect sense. Thanks for the info.
Originally Posted by oksewglad
(Post 4726696)
I so love my Cr Grids. I have the 2 1/2, 3/12, and 4 1/2 for my mini cuts. The lines are narrow for precise cutting. I liked my omnigrid with yellow outlines until my eyes started to blur on me. I replaced my 6 x 12 and 6 x 24 with frosted Olfa's which I also like.
While on the subject of rulers, it's advisable to replace them when edges become worn. I was wondering why my width of fabric cuts were bowed, and realized the center of the ruler around the 10-14" marks were worn down enough to make a difference when I cut strips 1" or narrower. |
Originally Posted by Dee Dee
(Post 4726708)
You know I never thought of that -- worn edges and bowed fabric cuts, but it makes perfect sense. Thanks for the info.
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Love the creatvive grid rulers...they don't slip, numerous ways to read your ruler for measurements....I own six...:)
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quilters rule
Where do you get them?
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I have three of them easier to read
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I LOVE Creative Rulers - they're my absolute favorite!!
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I love mine also, it does not slip. The owner of my LQS uses them and started me on them too
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Quilt stores cut so much fabric, glad to hear what your LQS uses.
Originally Posted by feffertim
(Post 4726926)
I love mine also, it does not slip. The owner of my LQS uses them and started me on them too
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They are my favorite rulers as well. I started with Omnigrip but found it difficult to see the lines. I'm gradually replacing all of mine with Creative Grids. I also have tried some of their specialty rulers and like them too.
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I love the "turn it upside down for half inch measurement" feature that they have. The first ruler I bought was an Omnigrid and the second was a Creative Grid. For me, a total beginner, Creative Grid wins hands down! It grips the fabric and I find it much easier to line up the edges of the fabric for cutting - more clear space on the measurement lines to see if the edge of the fabric is running exactly on the line.
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