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08-24-2010, 11:44 AM

#11

raptureready

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I sometimes use my tiny Ginghers or other scissors to rip out---I use whatever is handy at the time. I'm not crazy about it. BUT I can't wait to see your new quilt.

08-24-2010, 11:47 AM

#12

Rachel

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My Gma taught me to rip seams with a razor blade, works great, you just have to pay attention.

08-24-2010, 11:50 AM

#13

dakotamaid

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Quote:

Originally Posted by cindyg

Have you tried the eyebrow shavers. They come 3 to a package and are only about $1. It makes ripping out seams a quick job. My DH saw me using it one time and he was impressed - LOL.

This is a great tip, I am also a frequent unsewer!!

08-24-2010, 12:11 PM

#14

virtualbernie

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Rachel

My Gma taught me to rip seams with a razor blade, works great, you just have to pay attention.

I've used razor blades too! :thumbup:

08-24-2010, 12:19 PM

#15

sidmona

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Sorry for your trouble with your quilt - {{{{{hugs}}}}}

08-24-2010, 12:21 PM

#16

oksewglad

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As ye sew so shall ye rip!! Been there done that, too.

08-24-2010, 12:22 PM

#17

ann clare

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I am an expert with the stitch ripper. Lots of practise.

08-24-2010, 12:41 PM

#18

plainpat

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Isn't that enough to make you crazy? I will admit, I've not only sewn blocks wrong, ripped it, then sewed it wrong a 2nd time! That's time to quit for a while.

08-24-2010, 12:46 PM

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np3

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Quote:

Originally Posted by cindyg

Have you tried the eyebrow shavers. They come 3 to a package and are only about $1. It makes ripping out seams a quick job. My DH saw me using it one time and he was impressed - LOL.

Eyebrow shavers?

08-24-2010, 12:50 PM

#20

quilter711

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Ditter,
Don't feel so bad. I have only made two quilts and each one has been torn out after sewing the top together. I am hoping the third one goes smoothly!

Hang in there!
Nancy