How do I keep my ruler from slipping?
12-31-2010, 08:33 AM
#41
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As I am getting more 'experienced' I am allowing myself to buy nonslip rulers on sale at my LQS and at our big quilting event sale. Now to retire my older rulers. It is really hard to get rid of them ... but I will as they are replaced.
I did get the Invisigrip on sale at my LQS and Joanns.
ali
I did get the Invisigrip on sale at my LQS and Joanns.
ali
12-31-2010, 09:37 AM
#44
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I cut some pieces (small squares) of sandpaper and put adhered (it had self stick on back) that to the 4 corners and one in the middle of my rulers.
A few weeks ago someone on this board also said that she used clamps so I bought one this week from Lowes and tried it out - worked pretty good. It held the end of my ruler so I could put my hand more towards the top of the ruler.
Karen
A few weeks ago someone on this board also said that she used clamps so I bought one this week from Lowes and tried it out - worked pretty good. It held the end of my ruler so I could put my hand more towards the top of the ruler.
Karen
12-31-2010, 10:33 AM
#45
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I also use the Invisigrip. Out of all the dots and coatings I have tried it works the BEST.
I get it at Joann's and use my coupon.
I find you don't have to cover the entire back of the ruler either. You can use 1 inch strips that go from top to bottom and space them 1 inch apart.
I get it at Joann's and use my coupon.
I find you don't have to cover the entire back of the ruler either. You can use 1 inch strips that go from top to bottom and space them 1 inch apart.
12-31-2010, 10:39 AM
#46
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The name of this product is Invisagrip.
Originally Posted by frugalfabrics
I use the grip stuff that goes on the bottom of it..it comes in a roll and is like clear vinyl...you cut it to the size of your ruler or template. I don't know the name of it, but I've used it for about 8 years now and it has never come off my ruler. It's been a lifesaver for me.
12-31-2010, 11:30 AM
#48
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I use a Gripper handle. I'm not sure the brand name will try to look for you. I bought mine at LQS but I've seen similar products at Bed Bath and Beyond and Wal-Mart. I think my ruler has some pads on the bottom of it to prevent slipping too. Others have mentioned these pads as well. Hope you find something that works for you. I know from experience that this is a frustrating problem to have.
12-31-2010, 01:41 PM
#49
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I recently put Invisigrip on mine. A roll covered two 6 x 24 rules, plus several smaller ones, and I still have some leftover. I got mine at
http://www.jhittlesewing.com/sewing/catalog.php
which is a good place to buy anything you need for sewing. They don't have every product you've ever seen, but they have the best prices on everything else.
http://www.jhittlesewing.com/sewing/catalog.php
which is a good place to buy anything you need for sewing. They don't have every product you've ever seen, but they have the best prices on everything else.
12-31-2010, 01:53 PM
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also there is a clear product called Invisgrip that comes in a roll. it's sort of like cling wrap. you cut it to fit your ruler (just a tad smaller) and place on the back. it does help the slipping when you can't go out and buy new rulers.
also i love Omnigrip rulers but got out my 9 1/2 inch ruler and it didn't slip at all. i mean not at all. it's frosted and by Olfa, if you ever are in the market for a new one.
also i love Omnigrip rulers but got out my 9 1/2 inch ruler and it didn't slip at all. i mean not at all. it's frosted and by Olfa, if you ever are in the market for a new one.
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