Monday, August 13, 2012
Bloc_Loc Ruler: Notion Spotlight
Hi all,
I thought I might take today to put the spotlight on a new ruler that I have discovered: Bloc_Loc. These rulers are really neat. They are perfect for squaring up those pesky half-square triangle blocks because the ruler had a groove in the center that "hugs" the seam of your HST, keeping it centered. Now, I have to admit that in the past I was really lazy about squaring up blocks, but in the last few months, I have gotten into a "perfection" kick and I've taken to sewing my blocks slightly larger and then trimming them. So, without further ado, here's some pictures of the Bloc_Loc in action!
I thought I might take today to put the spotlight on a new ruler that I have discovered: Bloc_Loc. These rulers are really neat. They are perfect for squaring up those pesky half-square triangle blocks because the ruler had a groove in the center that "hugs" the seam of your HST, keeping it centered. Now, I have to admit that in the past I was really lazy about squaring up blocks, but in the last few months, I have gotten into a "perfection" kick and I've taken to sewing my blocks slightly larger and then trimming them. So, without further ado, here's some pictures of the Bloc_Loc in action!
So, this is my block and my ruler before cutting. See those icky dog ears?!
I put the ruler on my block, being careful to pay attention to make sure I don't trim off too much. Then I trim the first two sides. These blocks need to be trimmed to 3.5 inches square and this is a 4.5 inch ruler, just to give you a reference point.
Then, I slide the ruler to the other end of the block and trim the other side.
And you should end up with a very nice neat trimmed block with the seam in the center!
You also end up with a LOT of little strings and dog ear triangles :)
Until next time, Happy Sewing!

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1 comments:
Well shoot, that's handy! My ruler is always slipping and I have to press so hard my wrist hurts. What a brilliant tool! Where'd you find it?
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