QUILTsocial Issue 4 | Page 29

The TrueCut System I'm all ready to go with my ruler, cutter and mat. I love the vibrant blue of the Unique cutting mat, it definitely adds some color to my cutting table. 1 - The lines are well marked on the clear plastic in black with a gray outline for easy visualization. I wasn't sure about the open cross area at first as I found the ruler really busy. But then realized that these open areas made it easier to view the edge of the fabric for precise alignment. 2 - The vertical edges of the ruler have a lip that act as a track for the cutter. The coolest feature I've ever seen in a ruler. This means no more wandering rotary cutter and no more wasting fabric. Especially perfect for beginners or quilter's with arthritis or shaky hands. Close up of ruler markings Track on edge of ruler Photos by Jennifer Houlden. QUILTsocial .com ● issue 4 29