This might seem like a "dumb" question....but do any of you have a "secret" on how you use your ruler, such as a 6" x 24" ? Do you weigh it down with something prior to cutting ?
I am new to using rulers like this ( I have a 24" x 6" inch and I just purchased a smaller 6"x6" ruler too ) and I find it hard to hold the ruler firm onto the fabric.
So, at first, I took a paper cutting "Big Shot" tool to weigh the rule down at first .....and today, I have gotten a little better. I took a full bottle of Dawn detergent and placed it at one end,and held the ruler firm while cutting.

I am sure that by now, a lot of you are laughing at my description above, but if you have a suggestion ....I would appreciate it.
I am a first time quilter. Of course with sewing, I have always used scissors to o cut out my patterns.

Would it be a good idea to purchase a different ruler ?