Anyone have an add a 1/4 inch ruler?
06-13-2011, 01:39 PM
#121
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These rulers are wonderful for paper piecing. I took a Carol Doak class a few years ago and learned the technique there - it is pretty simple and makes a world of difference. Have fun at your class!
06-13-2011, 02:10 PM
#124
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Wow Julielg, who would have thought this would be such a hot topic.
First an Add- A- Quarter ruler is NOT the same as a quarter inch ruler that Fons and Porter offer. The difference has already been explained here. The little add a disc quarter washer with a hole in the middle must have a hard edge to roll against to work. It often jumps up over or under the edge and causes a messy result. I have all the rulers mentioned and love the add a quarters. I did not know they brought them out in 18" .
Here is what you need to ask yourself, I paid X amount of dollars for the class do I want to spend extra class time getting a good quarter inch with a regular ruler? The Add A Quarter is a speedy way of trimming off excessive fabric. It is a no brainier, you just move the lip against the pp . You don't spend time lining things up. As DH says RIGHT TOOL FOR THE RIGHT JOB. Have no strings with the makers. Don't know any suppliers. My opinion only. :) :thumbup:
First an Add- A- Quarter ruler is NOT the same as a quarter inch ruler that Fons and Porter offer. The difference has already been explained here. The little add a disc quarter washer with a hole in the middle must have a hard edge to roll against to work. It often jumps up over or under the edge and causes a messy result. I have all the rulers mentioned and love the add a quarters. I did not know they brought them out in 18" .
Here is what you need to ask yourself, I paid X amount of dollars for the class do I want to spend extra class time getting a good quarter inch with a regular ruler? The Add A Quarter is a speedy way of trimming off excessive fabric. It is a no brainier, you just move the lip against the pp . You don't spend time lining things up. As DH says RIGHT TOOL FOR THE RIGHT JOB. Have no strings with the makers. Don't know any suppliers. My opinion only. :) :thumbup:
06-13-2011, 02:10 PM
#125
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Originally Posted by MTS
It's for a paper piecing class, right?
Here's a picture:
http://www.buy.com/prod/add-a-quarte...217369647.html
It also comes in a 6 inch length, which might be easier to deal with depending on the blocks you're making.
It's a fabulous little notion to have, and I use it ALL the time when I'm paper piecing.
You can pp without it, but if your teacher is going to be using it in class for a new technique (to you), you're probably better off having it. I'm sure the shop sells it.
Here's a picture:
http://www.buy.com/prod/add-a-quarte...217369647.html
It also comes in a 6 inch length, which might be easier to deal with depending on the blocks you're making.
It's a fabulous little notion to have, and I use it ALL the time when I'm paper piecing.
You can pp without it, but if your teacher is going to be using it in class for a new technique (to you), you're probably better off having it. I'm sure the shop sells it.
06-13-2011, 02:45 PM
#126
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I had to get one cuz it was on the supply list for a paper piecing class that I took a number of years ago.
don't need it. It's kinda handy, cute, but I'm too frugal and wouldn't buy one now. I NEVER use it anymore, even when paper piecing.
don't need it. It's kinda handy, cute, but I'm too frugal and wouldn't buy one now. I NEVER use it anymore, even when paper piecing.
06-13-2011, 03:40 PM
#128
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Originally Posted by judylg
I have a class I am taking this week, the add a 1/4 inch ruler is listed on the supply list (if you have one), which I do not. I have a 12 inch ruler with an added 1/4 inch on it, but am thinking this is not the right one. I just wonder if anyone has one and how you use it? Thanks.
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