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Old 11-16-2020, 09:25 AM
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When I applique, I like to stand at my ironing board. So to avoid pinning to the ironing board cover, I place my 15x15 ruler under the fabric. I've tried using my cutting mat but too flimsy. More than one use for expensive quilting tool.
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Old 11-16-2020, 09:29 AM
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I have a long torso and comparatively short little arms. Yes, the real life example like the alligator on the Geico ads...

I use our queen sized bed as my largest layout space (first I clear off the pillows and put down kraft paper) and then when I am smoothing out backings or tops, I use my 6x24 ruler as a large arm extension to sweep across the surface. Haven't thought of a better item or process yet!
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Old 11-18-2020, 02:21 PM
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I only use my rulers as intended.
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Old 11-18-2020, 02:59 PM
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I learned that I scratched my rulers when I used them that way.
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I use my rulers for marking my shortbread cookies at Christmas. I use my rulers and a rotary cutter(paper only) for cutting paper and card stock.
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