slotted cutting mat
11-12-2010, 11:20 PM
#71
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Originally Posted by janb
I bought a slotted cutting mat, (the lines are cut thru the clear plastic mat) and have had no luck using it...anyone know just how? Do I use the ruller also? Please help.
11-13-2010, 06:45 AM
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Originally Posted by CoyoteQuilts
I fold my fabric in 1/2 twice on the selvage---fold selvage to selvage then the fold to selvage (just like when cutting with regular ruler) still making sure that the fabric isn't twisted.
place the bottom line along the final fold of fabric with the uneven cut edge of fabric just past the "0" line. cut up the "0" line to get your first straight edge. If you want 2 1/2 inch strips cut up the 2 1/2 strip slot. If you are looking for squares or rectangles you then turn your mat 1/4 turn, place the line on the fabrics cut edge and cut our fabric in the correct slot. I don't cut triangles with this ruler.
I find that I have to hold the ruler firm to the fabric one slot over from the one I am cutting. My rotary cutter moves the ruler just a smidgen to open the slot for the blade. Just like any ruler if you start with this one finish with this one. If I am making a complete quilt it really doesn't matter if all of the blocks are off a 'smidgen', but if it is for a swap then I use something else.
Good luck. I know it took me awhile to get the hang of this ruler, but when I remember to use it my cutting is so much faster. I would like the bigger one, but make do with the one I have because of price.
place the bottom line along the final fold of fabric with the uneven cut edge of fabric just past the "0" line. cut up the "0" line to get your first straight edge. If you want 2 1/2 inch strips cut up the 2 1/2 strip slot. If you are looking for squares or rectangles you then turn your mat 1/4 turn, place the line on the fabrics cut edge and cut our fabric in the correct slot. I don't cut triangles with this ruler.
I find that I have to hold the ruler firm to the fabric one slot over from the one I am cutting. My rotary cutter moves the ruler just a smidgen to open the slot for the blade. Just like any ruler if you start with this one finish with this one. If I am making a complete quilt it really doesn't matter if all of the blocks are off a 'smidgen', but if it is for a swap then I use something else.
Good luck. I know it took me awhile to get the hang of this ruler, but when I remember to use it my cutting is so much faster. I would like the bigger one, but make do with the one I have because of price.
11-13-2010, 06:45 AM
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Originally Posted by drivingsusan
I can't even imagine such a cutting mat!!
Will be interested in what comes next!!
Will be interested in what comes next!!
11-13-2010, 11:31 AM
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11-13-2010, 11:39 AM
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I use this ruler when making fleece throws. I lay two pieces of fleece on my table and make sure they are the same size. Then I use this ruler to make 4" fringe all the way around the throw. Makes this step go very quickly. Then you just need to tie your fringe and your throw is done. Very quick and easy. I am making three of these for Christmas gifts this year.
11-13-2010, 04:00 PM
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I am fairly new to quilting, but I love my June Taylor slotted ruler. I have a 87% chance of cutting my strips straight now! (I just made up the percentage, but I have tried cutting 2 1/2 inch strips without it. I can't do it.)
And, yes, I have torn up the little tear drop openings, but I am okay with that. Just makes it easier to fit the blade in the next time. :)
My sister has been quilting for 12 years, and she tells me that sometimes you just have to buy a new one, but so far I don't see that in my future.
And, yes, I have torn up the little tear drop openings, but I am okay with that. Just makes it easier to fit the blade in the next time. :)
My sister has been quilting for 12 years, and she tells me that sometimes you just have to buy a new one, but so far I don't see that in my future.
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