Help! Am I using this product wrong?
09-13-2012, 03:53 PM
#11
Super Member
Join Date: Jul 2009
Location: Southwest Kansas
Posts: 4,820
Being a new quilter, I am still learning how to use all the products out there for quilters, but this one's got me beat. I am doing a kit quilt, and have to cut out 120 3x6 flying geese to fit together accurately in the main body of the quilt. I tried using the recommended ruler to cut them to no avail--I couldn't make them accurate. So I tried the Quilt in a Day Flying Geese ruler, but still couldn't keep the ruler from sliding. OK, so I ordered online some Invisigrip which is supposed to keep the ruler from sliding. It came this afternoon, applied it to my ruler and to my dismay, the ruler is as slick as ever! The invisigrip sticks good to the ruler, and as far as I can tell, can only be applied one way--it doesn't stick on the other side. Slick as ever. Have I wasted money on this product, or am I doing something wrong? At this point I feel it's bad enough to warrant a refund. Any suggestions or comments? Thanks, Connie
09-13-2012, 03:53 PM
#12
Super Member
Join Date: May 2010
Location: Washington,State
Posts: 1,602
? Did you Cover the Whole Surface of your rulers OR only Parts of them? I've Got My Rulers coverd with Invisagrip And have Never had a problem such as you describe, Except every once and awhile I wash them with plain water to refresh the 'gripness' 
09-13-2012, 03:59 PM
#13
Senior Member
Join Date: Jul 2012
Location: Long Island
Posts: 798
I use 6x24 ruler for just about everything . It is fiskars I believe and the marked side slips less. The non marked side is like a skating rink. If I have to cut a long strip, I place my hand in the middle of the ruler with the ball of my hand, thumb, and index and middle finger applying the pressure to the ruler. It helps if you do not push your rotary cutter too much against the ruler but rather glide alongside it. If you put too much pressure with your cutter along the side of the ruler either top or bottom side will slip. It takes practice, absolutely, and this is what works for me. When I get tired or rushed, forget it. All my cuts are wonky. Keep at it, take a deep breath, sip of wine and enjoy. You'll be a pro in no time. Happy quilting.
09-13-2012, 04:15 PM
#14
Power Poster
Join Date: Jan 2009
Location: Front row
Posts: 14,646
This will work for you: http://quiltersslidelock.com/
It will keep the ruler steady and prevent cutting accidents. I don't know why anyone would use a rotary cutter without a safety guard or glove.
There is another one called Rule Steady that is very good but it's made in Australia and cost much more.
It will keep the ruler steady and prevent cutting accidents. I don't know why anyone would use a rotary cutter without a safety guard or glove.
There is another one called Rule Steady that is very good but it's made in Australia and cost much more.
09-13-2012, 05:20 PM
#15
Senior Member
Join Date: Feb 2012
Location: Winston-Salem NC
Posts: 659
I haven't added grippy things to my rulers, and occasionally I get slippage and cursing, but two things that I have found useful: a ruler with a lip at the end that goes over the top edge of your mat (so you can gently pull backwards on it to help keep it steady, like a T-square), and leaning on my ruler with my whole forearm when I am cutting slippery fabrics or multiple layers. This last tip can be tough on your back if you are doing a lot of cutting, but does work well!
I also agree that with practice you will find ways that work for you.
Good luck!
Alison
I also agree that with practice you will find ways that work for you.
Good luck!
Alison
09-13-2012, 05:24 PM
#16
Super Member
Join Date: Nov 2010
Location: Cadillac, MI
Posts: 6,487
I feel like Invisagrip helps a lot. I bought a new ruler and couldn't figure why it was sliding. Duh, it didn't have Invisagrip. I thought I was going to like dots of rubber cement, but they picked up lint quickly and didn't help and looked terrible.
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
