Quilt Sticks
#21
Senior Member
Join Date: Feb 2007
Posts: 493
They are sticks made for cutting strips. Come in all different sizes, 1 1/2, 2, 2 1/2 etc. there are no ruler markings on them, line up with straight edge of fabric and cut strip using size you want. Supposed to be non skid. I have been having a lot of trouble with my eyes due to thyroid issues and some days I can barely see the ruler markings and I thought these may help me get more accurate cuts.
#24
I have several different styles. I agree with dunster, the June Taylor is the best. Having said that I am in love with my Studio2. I can cut a entire quilt out in less than an hour. I've got into the block on board dies. Love it. Wish I would have got it sooner.
#25
Just an added thought I cut 100 yards of flannel in an evening. I making 12" rag quilts 17 of them for Christmas this year. I buy flannel after thanksgiving when it is cheaper. To do this with out the die would be impossible for me.
#26
I have several different styles. I agree with dunster, the June Taylor is the best. Having said that I am in love with my Studio2. I can cut a entire quilt out in less than an hour. I've got into the block on board dies. Love it. Wish I would have got it sooner.
#28
I suggest the Go too. You earned a die cut machine! I had my thyroid killed with radiation and was put immediately on Synthroid to keep my level up. Took about a year to get my level adjusted to suit my body. Be sure your Dr. does a blood test every few months to check. What is average level may not be right for you. The Dr. can't tell that, only you can. I have to take a pill everyday. No thyroid and no hormone replacement, you don't want to go there. Bad things happen.
Make sure you take Synthroid first thing in the morning and don't take calcium or multi-vitamins at the same time. Take them in the evening.
I use Creative Grids rulers because they "stick" to the fabric.
#29
I had hyper, or Graves' disease which does affect you eyes in some cases or in mine a lot. I am now low, after having radioactive iodine a couple months ago, finally, but the eye problems will probably never go away. Constant watering, often blurred vision just to name a couple.
*Maybe months or maybe years. Mine improved twice: the second time after long use of various generics played havoc with my eyesight and also caused my hands to shake. I learned my lesson!
Do you wear glasses? I wear my reading glasses when I'm doing up close work like cutting or sewing.
God bless you! Hang in there! Things can get better!
#30
Super Member
Join Date: Nov 2011
Location: California
Posts: 1,987
I mark the places I want to cut on the shape cut ruler with little pieces of painters tape. So if I want 2.5" strips I put a piece by the 2.5, the 5", the 7.5" and the 10". Makes it very easy to see as you go across the ruler. The tape is just pulled off.
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