Making BIG Cuts in Small Spaces with Rob Appell

[@WhirlyPearly]

You just popped out of no where, and I’m sure glad you did. So many questions, you have the answers!!

[@Linda-fs3ex]

My cutting accuracy improved a lot when I started putting a weight at the end of my ruler which is on the fabric especially on long cuts. I use an antique flat iron (5lbs) but you could use a bag of rice or heavy can or a 3 lb. Weight. This helps my arthritic hands make better cuts.

[@marilynstorey8813]

I was always taught not to use the cutting mat markings for accuracy. I have now found it doesn't matter and use it for big cuts. Tip: To check for accuracy, use a ruler to measure between markings and that determines whether you are to the center or need to be over the line.

[@jcafera1975]

You are terrific Rob!

[@jeanwest6236]

Love you Rob. So much support for new quilters

[@Boldlyquilting]

Cutting loooong strips has puzzled me since I began quilting 6 months ago. Thank you for a thorough demo of several strategies. Mitering shorter strips! Brilliant.

[@Marysharp6366]

I use my rulers exactly like you do. Greetings from New Zealand.

[@suzywind8153]

Really appreciate your teaching of various techniques.

[@StitchinHeaven]

My pleasure!

[@ClaudiaLash]

Some great tips. Thank you!

[@diannenaworensky6698]

Hi Rob, so glad I've found you again

[@fish72earl]

Love your videos Rob, thanks.

[@pamfox1601]

WOW!!! ROB 😮 GREAT TIPS in your ever DELIGHTFUL & FUN way 2 bring all your FABULOUS way of your TEACHING STYLE 😀 THANKS SO MUCH 😅 LOVE U 💋

[@violastraleyViola]

Great information! How about a video on straightening the fabric yardage with the grain of the fabric?

[@Rquilter1962]

I need to start using these tips. I've been getting lazy and causing all these issues

[@donnarichey144]

Rulers are expensive and I have the 6 x 24 with the rotary cutter on it. We have open rooms and my table is on the other side of the stove not a good idea, but I can't move it. I took dawn dish soap and sprayed it with dawn to clean it and it wiped off the ruler marks. I was so upset. I paid $40 for it. I did send an email to the company and it will take time for them to answer. We shall see what happens. I never thought those marks would come off. I do use weight with a dumbell on the ruler to keep it still, I have numb hands and also I use a steel glove.

[@hillfamilyfarms1962]

This was just what I was dealing with. Bought a 30" ruler and now I can cut the strips in one layer on your Perfect Purple Patchwork Quilt to be done soon.

[@doreensherk287]

Great cutting tips, thank you

[@carolashworth1282]

Excellent!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@Talk-to-the-Pugs]

Quilters Select are the best.

[@barbarahillegass2135]

Measure twice cut once. If I’ve learned anything it is to slow down. Double check measurements needed. I do not use mat because I have two cutting tables and mats are different. Especially the width of the increment lines.

[@elsafischer3247]

Thank you for this video

[@jylromain6439]

Hi Rob. I'm not a newbie but I have one issue with half square triangles. I make them just fine. Very accurate. I sew two together just fine. But when I stitch the two to another row, the seams don't match up. Nothing I do fixes it and I end up with my points off. Any ideas?

[@karenbrunette6314]

Happy new year rob

[@missellie1955]

19:47 Thanks for the tips! I am very new at quilting and have made a mess of a few things.

[@pamfox1601]

Don't worry 😉 Keep on going cus WE ALL have been there & some of us @ times R " still there" 😅 so just DONT GIVE UP & keep watching..learning from ROB & PRACTICE ...PRACTICE...PRACTICE!

[@missellie1955]

@@pamfox1601 Thanks for the encouragement!

[@hadleywooten3689]

How often do I need to get a new ruler? It seems like I get a wave cut, not major but visible. I’ve been getting a new ruler every few months.

[@StitchinHeaven]

I do not think it is the ruler, they sometimes loose their marking, or chip a corner, but you are not shaving the ruler with your cutter. Attest I hope not, haha. My guess is you need a firm surface under your mat, and make sure that the ruler is not slipping and that you do not have too many 6 or more layers under the ruler.

[@nancyjohnson2185]

👍👍👍👍👍

[@Quiltie_vw_chica]

Noooo don’t cut your fabric!!!!

[@StitchinHeaven]

I know, right! I was going to make a huge cut along the selvage, but I just could not do it, so I obviously changed directions in the middle of shooting the video haha.

[@annbowling4687]

What is the name of the pattern for the quilt behind you?