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    Old 01-18-2024, 06:14 AM
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    Default Three of the most used quilting tools I bought last year.

    The 2 1/2 x 4 1/2 inch ruler by Creative Grids.
    The 10 inch Roundabout by Martelli
    The Stripology Mini ruler
    I wonder what will be this year's much used tool find.
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    I have the Roundabout and like it a lot better than the other ones I've had. I only use a smaller one when needed.
    Onebyone- I got one of those feet for my Juki for my binding and it worked fantastically. No more hand sewing binding anymore for me either. Thanks for letting us know!

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    I LOVE Creative Grids rulers.

    Might have to check out the roundabout... I had a rotating mat several years ago when they first came out and it was awful. The lazy susan part didn't extend all the way to the edge, so it would tip if I cut past the center. What a p.i.t.a.
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    I just got back into quilting after many years...I bought a Ikea pegboard, thread holder for my barn door, and clips which I love! to use instead of pins. I have found if I can see it, I will not only use it but know when I dont need or need more.
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    1) Scunci brand open center metal snap clips at Wally World to hold bindings and etc. in place.
    2) Goody black elastic hair ties for keeping bobbins with thread spools (make a lark's head knot through the bobbin center hole, stretch opposite end around the thread spool).
    3) One of those blue needle threader gadgets for the sewing machine. Dritz 253 needle inserter and threader (once I found the video showing how it works, I found it was the bee's knees).
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    I got one of those feet for my Juki for my binding and it worked fantastically.

    Oh I forgot about that. It is fantastic For those wondering it is a left compensating foot. I use the 1/32" for sewing binding down after turning. They come in 1/8 and 1/4 too. Right and Left. I bought them at Wawak. All high shank. I don't know if they are made for snap on feet.

    SuzyQ check out this: My new favorite foot. Perfect for stitch in the ditch. It is hinged. Watch the video. https://www.kenssewingcenter.com/ind...ly-models.html

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    Oh thanks! I'll check it out. And thanks for describing what I failed to do about the foot. My brain must be frozen today. LOL
    I can't get over how great Wawak's prices are and they ship very quickly.
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    Yes and the exact feet my LQS sell. They order wholesale from Wawak. A guild member works at the LQS and does the invoicing. I simply asked her who supplies the basic machine accessories not directly from machine manufacturers.
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    Larger square rulers for squaring off larger blocks ( from 13" up to 21")
    Added a small iron for getting into tight seams
    Larger rotary mats for squaring off larger blocks ( 17" and 24")
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    I added a 3.5" square ruler that was perfect for the color wash blocks. Also, invested in some stencils and supplies to make my own! But my newest, favorite, where was this all my life toy is the 6 and 10 inch tailor's clappers. Flatter seams are a game changer!
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