quiltinglady54

Well, it finally happened! I was cutting a border today and my rotary cutter "jumped" the ruler and I ended up slicing into my index finger. Seven stitches and a very sore finger later, I am looking for some sort of guard you place on the ruler so hopefully this won't happen. I saw one online recently, but of course can't remember where. Does anyone know what I am talking about or where I can get one?? Thanks!

dunster

Ouch! It must have hurt even to type that message.

I don't know about a guard for the ruler, but they do make a Klutz glove to protect you from the rotary blade.

sewbeadit

Sorry about your finger, wow. I am using a ruler gripper that keeps my hands up and away from any blade slipping, maybe you could try that. I can't remember the name but it is purple! It sucks to your plastic rulers and keeps your hand up and away

Maureen NJ

I recently bought a metal glove at a kitchen store when I plan to wear when using the rotary cutter. It feels nice on. Not constricting or clumsy. I hope it works. I think it costs around $20. I am sorry for your injury and wish you a quick recovery!

Veinurse

Yes, I know what you are talking about. I have one, on one of my rulers but I bought it at a quilt show in OR about 9 years ago and there is not a marking on it. I always planned on getting another for my other long ruler but have not seen them. Good luck finding one. I too worry about cutting myself. You are probably saving a few of us getting cut. Guess I should buy the glove. Good luck, it has to hurt and I am a nurse who does not like pain.

katier825

ouch! Is this what you are looking for?

http://www.guidelines4quilting.com/FingerGuards.html

quiltedsunshine

The purple thing is called a "Gypsy Gripper." We have them on all the rulers at the store, and they are pretty awesome! There are 3 sizes.

mamagrande

I have a safety shield that is glued 1/4 inch from the edge. It is made by O'lipfa. Not all quilt stores carry them but I did see some online once I typed in O'lipfa Safety Shield and several stores came up. I have it on my 24" ruler where I usually have the most problems because I am vertically challenged (short). It has saved my fingers several times...so I really like it. At the store where I was a manager It was mandatory to use the ruler with the guard.

ManiacQuilter2

I have a klutz glove and always wanted to ask this board if it really does work. Being disable, I have down sized to using the 28mm rotary cutter. I have read on previous posts that any of the shower handles will work on the rulers and are less expensive. Good Luck.

quiltinglady54

Yes! Thanks for your help. Will order one today!