Jenny apologised!

[brenmar]

.....but why I've noticed a couple of times Jenny has apologised for using 'the old fashioned way' to cut squares etc. She uses the cutting lines on her cutting board rather than relying on a ruler - love the way she counts the lines just to make sure. Which do you prefer - I'm starting to lean towards the cutting board. Someone on the forum said that you should always use the same ruler as they can differ. (I have 3 of different proportions but not all the same make) M-m-m-m??

[Swedish leo]

I count the lines on my cutting mat or use 2 rulers at the same time. One to messure and one to cut along.

[tamsterg7]

I use the mat and count like Jenny, but use a ruler to cut it straight - although that doesn't mean I always cut straight!

[HdWench]

I use both the ruler and the mat lines. The reason suggested to get the same brand ruler is because it's easier to see the lines if you've learned how to read one brand. Not that the rulers are "made" with the measurements not right. Got to love her honesty in all things, that makes her such a great teacher don't you think? Like we are right there with her hearing her say, oops I know I shouldn't but... that tickles me too

[Iris Girl]

I use both I count the lines on the board too, and use the same brand rulers most of the same that being omnigrid. works for me. I do believe there is no right or wrong way as long as you are consistent, each individual needs to find their perfect way.

Also a lot of my sewing girls have bought this cutter ruler and they love it and are so much more accurate in their cutting with it. I tried it and fore me it is bulky and awkward. I only use a 14 inch ruler when cutting as I have a small cutting area to work on.

[Bubby]

I use a ruler most of the time. It depends on what I am cutting and how accurate it needs to be.

[bubba]

I always use the rulers and all are the same brand.

[MRoy]

I use both....the lines on the mat and my rulers. Any mis-cuts I've made by doing this are operator errors.

[Auntpiggylpn]

I use the lines on my mat to straighten the edge of my fabric but I use my ruler(s) to make my fabric cuts

[shermur]

I use the lines on my mat to straighten the edge of my fabric but I use my ruler(s) to make my fabric cuts

This is how I do the technique, too!