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    Old 09-23-2010, 05:07 AM
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    I just saw this tip on Fons and Porter but already use it myself.

    Put a piece of Glad Press and Seal on the back of your ruler to keep it from slipping. It has a low tack like a sticky note.

    It works for me. Hope this helps someone from the frustration.

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    Old 09-23-2010, 05:14 AM
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    Hmmm. I have some laying around, think I'll try it. Thanks for the tip.
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    Old 09-23-2010, 05:34 AM
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    that is great. they actually sell rolls of one called invisi grip. works the same.
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    Old 09-23-2010, 06:12 AM
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    What a great idea. I have had that problem and have been very frustrated. I have tried gluing pieces of sandpaper on my templates but have a hard time seeing through or around it. This is worth a try. Thank you for sharing.
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    Old 09-23-2010, 06:38 AM
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    Thanks for sharing. Great idea
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    Old 09-23-2010, 06:50 AM
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    Not to be a downer, but I think Glad Press & Seal has a residue that can get on my fabric. I have had several people tell me they think it does also.
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    Old 09-23-2010, 07:51 AM
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    I use the invisagrip that you buy by the roll. It is a little pricy. But not as much as replacing them with the new rulers that grip on thier own.
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    Old 09-23-2010, 08:07 AM
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    Originally Posted by Sadiemae
    Not to be a downer, but I think Glad Press & Seal has a residue that can get on my fabric. I have had several people tell me they think it does also.
    It might have a residue if the Glad Press & Seal is left on the fabric for a long time. This poster's suggestion is to use it on the back of a ruler for cutting, so it would only be on the fabric for a few seconds. I have used it on the back of templates as I fussy cut and it works great.
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    Old 09-23-2010, 08:20 AM
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    That is a wonderful Idea, I'll have to try that! Thankyou for sharing that with us.
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