Need help keeping ruler from slipping when cutting fabric
01-12-2010, 12:52 PM
#51
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I had hand surgery shortly after starting to quilt back in 1996. I found that adjusting the height of the cutting surface was a big factor in being able to hold the ruler in place. I use my ironing board that I can adjust down & I have a "Big board" on top that makes it just wide enough for the Olfa cutting mat. As others said, folding the WOF so that your cutting 4 layers at 1 time shortens the distance you have to cut & you don't have to move the ruler.
01-12-2010, 09:23 PM
#55
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I use the large binder clips that can be purchased at any office supply store to help hold my rulers firmly to the end of my cutting table to prevent any slipping. By using my hand pressure on the ruler opposite the binder clip I'm able to cut without the ruler moving. Works for both square and long rectangula rulers. Inexpensive alternative to the quickcut.
01-15-2010, 02:01 PM
#56
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I have 2 old irons each with handles that I use to weight the ruler. Then I press on the ruler with one hand between the irons, while using the rotary cutter with the other. This really stabilizes my ruler which has the clear plastic gripe material on the back. You don't have to press hard to keep the ruler stable. The weight of the irons does that for you. You can find these old irons in antique shops.
01-15-2010, 02:14 PM
#57
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I bought a 12 inch ruler and it already had cork on the back. It seems to work so far. So, I ordered a small roll of cork material. I am going to glue it to the back of my new metal yard stick. Will let you know how that goes.
01-22-2010, 07:15 PM
#58
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Originally Posted by ladybug4495
I am having a hard time keeping my ruler from slipping on the fabric when cutting wof. I have put the plastic non slip on the ruler and that helps. I have had some spinal cord damage and am not strong enough to keep ruler from slipping and it makes my seams uneven. Anyone have an ideas on what to use. Have seen some stick on handles, but unsure if they are worth the investment.
Thanks
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http://www.thegypsyquilter.com/thegypsygripper.htm
04-05-2014, 08:35 AM
#59
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This is what I do with every one of my rulers. I go to JoAnns and buy some of their clear vinyal (sp) that you buy to cover tablecloths or whatever. They sell in by the yard but you only need about 4 inches since the tubes are so long. Cut narrow stips to lay on the back side of each ruler...up, down, across the top and bottom. Ruler NEVER slides and sooo cheap!
Julie in NM
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