I have a question about rulers
#1
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I have a question about rulers
Both my daughter and myself are wondering if there is a definitive answer as to which side of the lines on the rulers do you put the fabric to cut. It is frustrating because some of the rulers have fat lines and some thin lines. Some have fat lines on even inches and thin on half inch marks. How do all of you do it?
Thanks
Lynda
Thanks
Lynda
#2
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I do try and put the line fully on the fabric. "quiltville.blogspot.com/2012/02/making-cut.html" This link is to a tip from Bonnie Hunter's quiltville site on using rotary cutters and rulers. I have found it to be helpful. It is a bit long to read but gives some good hints and explanations.
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I find the best way, is to use the same brand of ruler throughout a quilt top. No matter where you put the line( I put it on the fabric) the top will turn out. Unless your blocks need to be a specific size for a block exchange, you will be fine.