Is There An Easier Way?
#32
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Join Date: Nov 2009
Location: Omaha, NE
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I clip seams after sewing each row of squares. Then I clip each row seams when the rows are sewn together. Then when I am done, all I have to do is clip around the entire quilt. And, as others suggested, don't try to do it all at once. Sew a row, clip, rest. Sew another row, clip, rest. Sew these 2 rows together, clip, rest. I think you get the picture.
A more expensive option, but definitely worth it if you plan to make many rag quilts is to get the Accucut GO! They have a die that is perfect for rag quilts.
A more expensive option, but definitely worth it if you plan to make many rag quilts is to get the Accucut GO! They have a die that is perfect for rag quilts.
#33
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Join Date: Jul 2010
Posts: 1,256
Originally Posted by Kate
I have the Heritage Cutlery 6.5 inch rag quilting snips. Well worth the money.
#34
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Join Date: May 2010
Location: warner robins, georgia
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LOL. I made my first one last month. made the quilt in a day. took two weeks to get all the cutting done! I bought the special rag scissors that made it easier but it still took a long time. Made my second one with vertical strips instead of blocks. just as cute and less cutting.
#35
Originally Posted by kathy
they make rag quilt clippers, they're spring loaded and well worth the price even if you only make one!
#36
I took it to a basketball game with extra scissors. People really wanted a chance to help and they also learned something! Now when I take the quilt to football games they say, "That's the quilt I helped make!" Creating quilters wherever we go...
#38
Originally Posted by cindle
I just finished sewing together my first rag quilt I made up of flannel squares from my stash. Now comes the cutting OMG my hand is already killing me and all I've done is cut the outside edges of the quilt and started to do one row. Is there any way to make this not hurt your hand and make blisters?
Charlene
#39
Originally Posted by bob1414
Please be careful!! I developed "trigger thumb" because of this and had to have a cortisone shot while living in Panama. This shot was the most painful thing I've been through (I won't go into details but I dont' think the shot was given properly).
Anyway, take your time, use a clipper made for this project and again, be careful!!
Anyway, take your time, use a clipper made for this project and again, be careful!!
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