Using a rotary cutter
02-26-2011, 11:11 AM
#33
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Originally Posted by Nolee
When I cut, the pinkie of my left hand is always resting on the opposite side of the ruler so that it won't move over; also, I don't cut one long sweep, I cut in two movements so I can move my hand up higher on the ruler, thus securing it up high with my pinkie so it won't move.
02-26-2011, 12:22 PM
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You might be cutting too many layers, using a ruler thats too big. Also you can put those little circle grips on your rulers, they are little dots of sand paper or a clear rubber that grip the fabric better making it slip less. I love them
02-26-2011, 03:53 PM
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Originally Posted by pineneedles4
I used to have that problem. I first purchased these little adhesive dots that reminded me of sand paper...but I hated those. Then, I found, at a local quilt shop, a plastic that you put on the underside of your rulers and they do not slip as easily. It's made especially for putting on your rulers so they won't slip. I'm sorry but I do not remember the name of the product. It came in a roll and you just cut the pieces you need for your rulers. Cut them about 1/4" shy from each edge for the most perfect fit! It's clear so it does not affect the ability to see through the rulers! Hope this helps!
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02-26-2011, 05:21 PM
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Be sure you are holding your cutter straight. If it leans a bit, it will push the ruler over. I became so aggravated one day at the slipping ruler, I rubbed some craft stick glue along one edge of the ruler. Let it dry well. It seldom slips now.
02-26-2011, 07:08 PM
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I have trouble holding the ruler still while cutting - especially if it is 3 or 4 layers thick or more. I got some of the plastic clamps at Home Depot or Lowe's like you use to clamp things when working on wood or whatever. I
line up my ruler on my fabric; clamp 1 end of the ruler to the cutting table edge; hold like I normally would; and it holds it quite nicely. You have to have things close enough to the edge of the table so the clamp can reach it, but it is a big help. I also use the clamps when I am layering a quilt top to hold things still until I get it pinned. The clamps are not expensive. Seems like I paid about a $1 or $1.50 each.
line up my ruler on my fabric; clamp 1 end of the ruler to the cutting table edge; hold like I normally would; and it holds it quite nicely. You have to have things close enough to the edge of the table so the clamp can reach it, but it is a big help. I also use the clamps when I am layering a quilt top to hold things still until I get it pinned. The clamps are not expensive. Seems like I paid about a $1 or $1.50 each.
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