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msgossett 04-17-2007 06:32 AM

The sheets are 8 1/2 X 11. They are put out by EZ QUILTING. Here is the website for the company. www.ezquilt.com

susan s. 04-18-2007 11:22 AM

I went to Home Depot looking for Plexi glass and found a version they call Acrylic Sheet that is much cheaper but, still quite thick compared to the plastic they sell for stencils. It also is clear. It was about $3 for an 11 X 14 pc. I havent seen the same thing at Walmart and have not had a chance to check for it at craft stores but, plan to. It says easy to cut, have to decide which pattern templates to make. The web site says for fabrication information visit

www.plaskolite.com/downloads.htm

you will have to type that in as I have not mastered links yet (actually haven't tried yet! :( .

Oh for the roll sheeting maybe heating it with a hair dryer might relax it. I'd weight it while heating it. If the Iron suggestions didn't work.

Catherine 04-18-2007 11:45 AM

Trica, What is that pic on your profile of?

annette 04-19-2007 05:49 PM

Hi every one out there, i have my corners and sashes on my quilt Thanks to every one for your help.I have a problem with my ruler slipping when i'm cutting fabric, any suggestion in solving this problem or maybe an idea that may keep the ruler from slipping.
Thank you Annette

SandraJennings 04-19-2007 05:52 PM

One way is to have your fingers spread on the ruler much like a spider with your pinky off the edge holding it in place.....an easier way is to put little sandpaper or rubber grips on the bottom of the ruler to hold against the fabric. Either will help in keeping the ruler more in place. you can find them at your local hardware or often at wal-mart or other discount store or on-line as well in the notions department.

susan s. 04-21-2007 05:50 AM

I have the same problem. Also I find myself shaving the ruler with the Rotary cutter. That can't be good for the blade? I Found a Pc. of plexiglass left over from some project of my husbands. It's 8"X19" You could cut it smaller or larger but, I find the extra weight helpful and the edges are thicker than the ruler so there is less tendancy to ride up the edge with the Rotary cutter. I think the only thing better would be tempered glass. :?:

mallory 04-23-2007 02:31 PM

you can buy the plastic at walmart even if they dont have fabric. joyce :mrgreen:

loulee 04-24-2007 12:22 PM

I think most Wal Mart stores fabric dept. has went way down. I know our old one had all kinds of fabrics . now have to go to a fabric store to get what i want. and yes walmart does have template plastic.

mallory 04-24-2007 12:42 PM

I cut my finger & had 7 stitches in it so i got a ruler with a rot. cuter on it . can not cut my fingers any more they are about 25.00 at walmart but they are worth it because the stitches were 500.00 plus i couldnt quilt till they were ok................ joyce

susan s. 04-24-2007 03:57 PM

So sorry about your fingers. Now you can use that old saying about putting blood,sweat and tears , into your quilt art. :roll: :oops:


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