tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4580314740488469031.post9149259393246074155..comments2023-08-23T05:18:53.029-06:00Comments on *Annies Ruby Slipperz: 5 FAT Quarters Giveaway...twist or chunky pinwheelrubyslipperz1052http://www.blogger.com/profile/09051674684950416256noreply@blogger.comBlogger67125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4580314740488469031.post-30111107954587335042012-02-18T08:34:37.658-07:002012-02-18T08:34:37.658-07:00i have made quite a few "twister" quilts...i have made quite a few "twister" quilts and love the finished product. The waste is not that big of issue. The mini was great fun.Mary on Lake Pulaskihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16965950454417494966noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4580314740488469031.post-14883008552287077772012-02-16T05:58:37.017-07:002012-02-16T05:58:37.017-07:00I've always liked the looks of the twister qui...I've always liked the looks of the twister quilts, but I'm of the mind set that I can do that without buying a specialty ruler! I was thinking of just rigging one of my older 6.5" square rulers to do it. I think my fabric would have to be cut at 7.5"..this is where I haven't experimented yet. The other method seems more complicated and in my opinion doesn't look as nice. No, I'll rig my own ruler or wait till someone buys me one or I win one online :) Thanksfree indeedhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00945613713062219160noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4580314740488469031.post-3012081301397653452012-02-15T21:34:28.678-07:002012-02-15T21:34:28.678-07:00I have never made a Twister Pinwheel but I love th...I have never made a Twister Pinwheel but I love the look of them. I love the way it seems to move. I don't think I will ever make one though as I have so many others in a the list ahead of this one. But it will join the list of other/maybe/WOW I love this but don't have the time quilts that I have.<br />Thanks for sharing your experience and thoughts about the ruler etc.Mhairihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06401605359488793236noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4580314740488469031.post-20643215072889776272012-02-15T14:03:50.741-07:002012-02-15T14:03:50.741-07:00I made a little sampler block a few months ago. I ...I made a little sampler block a few months ago. I didn't use either the twister or the regular ruler. Instead I made a little acrilic template, I marked the squares with a fabric pen and cut it. It turned out fine.Teresa F.https://www.blogger.com/profile/14714352124951635428noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4580314740488469031.post-49297371414282415322012-02-15T10:09:03.111-07:002012-02-15T10:09:03.111-07:00I've never made a twister quilt with one of th...I've never made a twister quilt with one of those special rulers or without... but I love the look and would really want to try it. I saw a tutorial to make one without the special ruler and it looked easy enough that I would use that method. Thanks for the chance!Michele Thttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09807384185241255549noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4580314740488469031.post-18889539821991951802012-02-15T08:51:03.371-07:002012-02-15T08:51:03.371-07:00I'm a follower! I never make any twisted quilt...I'm a follower! I never make any twisted quilt before but I think the quilt look lovely and cute. I don't mind using the twister ruler to make the same quilt again and again.....hueiseihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18417367688070260989noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4580314740488469031.post-35491129487511831542012-02-15T06:40:10.280-07:002012-02-15T06:40:10.280-07:00I just finished a twister quilt ... using the smal...I just finished a twister quilt ... using the small ruler. I loved making it & used the scraps between to make a pieced border! Looking forward to someday trying it with a regular ruler as I'd like to make a different size twister. thanks for the chance!Dianehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16265116868197534221noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4580314740488469031.post-1532457881167431982012-02-14T23:18:00.509-07:002012-02-14T23:18:00.509-07:00Although I think the finished quilt is quite cute,...Although I think the finished quilt is quite cute, I haven't made one because I can't get past all the wasted fabric.<br /><br />I know I've seen a herringbone quilt with a very similar finished design but much less waste. I can't remember where I saw it, but when I do I'll drop you a note.<br /><br />I'm a follower. :)Bethhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11786511163919657885noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4580314740488469031.post-65961861224156025222012-02-14T21:39:25.219-07:002012-02-14T21:39:25.219-07:00I bought the twister ruler from a craft show becau...I bought the twister ruler from a craft show because I fell in love with a pattern that was on the stand. I haven't used it yet, but I remember she said to use a small rotary cutter and the off cuts could be used for a scrappy project.quilaryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02054912539054163241noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4580314740488469031.post-91178207740122477562012-02-14T21:37:19.867-07:002012-02-14T21:37:19.867-07:00As would make one twister, would skip buying a rul...As would make one twister, would skip buying a ruler and go Chunky. I like Chunky and the fabrics of #3. Thanks for the chance to play your mystery game. I am a follower.Marcia W.https://www.blogger.com/profile/11895729581181426478noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4580314740488469031.post-23445721908430659462012-02-14T20:31:48.873-07:002012-02-14T20:31:48.873-07:00I made a table runner and one practice placemat wi...I made a table runner and one practice placemat without a purchase of the ruler, just making a cardboard template. I actually shopped at 4 quilt shops without any luck finding one, or I would have spent the money! I liked the finish, but it does have waste, and ends up being quite a challenge puzzle. I think you almost have to finish it in one day or you would have trouble matching the prints up (unless you have someplace you can lay the project aside)! In the end, the runner was gift to a friend, and I don't know that I'd do another one....<br />Thank you for the visit, and for your giveaway.<br />:-}pokeyPokeyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12546013812822816960noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4580314740488469031.post-67007187854321416972012-02-14T19:11:36.368-07:002012-02-14T19:11:36.368-07:00I've always admired this type of quilt but hav...I've always admired this type of quilt but haven't tried it yet, so I'm not much help with ideas. Both methods sound very workable.<br />Barb at http://mountainquiltworks.blogspot.com/<br />P.S. Happy Valentines!Barb Neiwerthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05489488237974557963noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4580314740488469031.post-23947237004252882412012-02-14T17:53:17.890-07:002012-02-14T17:53:17.890-07:00I have used the twister ruler and love it. Makes ...I have used the twister ruler and love it. Makes a fun quilt very quickly. The little squares I've used in another project so not much waste for me. I even bought the bigger one and am working on a bigger twister. I found using a smaller rotary cutter was much better. I liked that I didn't have to cut alot of pieces and match seams for the pinwheels. I haven't been quilting very long so this was a quick project for me.<br /><br />http://im-a-nana-that-quilts.blogspot.com/2011/06/halleluiah.html<br /><br />Of course, as with all projects and tools it is a matter of preference. :-)<br /><br />Blessings,<br />DarleneDarlenehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17347591124031578815noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4580314740488469031.post-2226240253231563792012-02-14T17:32:31.456-07:002012-02-14T17:32:31.456-07:00I have not made a twister and am hesitant to buy a...I have not made a twister and am hesitant to buy another specialty ruler. They had a good tut. about the twister ruler over on "Sew We Quilt" last month that makes it seem easy enough to do. Will have to consider it after weighing the pros/cons you have offered. Thanks for cluing us in.RitaMariehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09791702433630978120noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4580314740488469031.post-88361447338465185272012-02-14T14:32:50.289-07:002012-02-14T14:32:50.289-07:00Never have used either one of these methods.Never have used either one of these methods.Love Of Quiltshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15498962484760408202noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4580314740488469031.post-24273339605406231012012-02-14T10:09:09.095-07:002012-02-14T10:09:09.095-07:00I have had a blast with the Twister templetes. I h...I have had a blast with the Twister templetes. I have made tablerunners, big quilts, lap quilts,used the smaller size for borders and even border a pillow case with twisters. The possiblities are endless. It's fast and easy and really fun!SewBella’s Quilt Carthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17674198357211982296noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4580314740488469031.post-17422576700504157742012-02-14T07:30:22.589-07:002012-02-14T07:30:22.589-07:00I admire the twister quilts but have never made on...I admire the twister quilts but have never made one. I am always game for learning to do something with tools I already have on hand. Thanks for the info and your opinion.Sis-Ohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16591077272658512118noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4580314740488469031.post-17296501940431700452012-02-14T06:16:06.289-07:002012-02-14T06:16:06.289-07:00Hey Annie! I've seen the twister quilts around...Hey Annie! I've seen the twister quilts around the blogosphere and thought they looked pretty groovy. I especially like the one you have shown with the black and solid colours ... looks like licorice allsorts! :0) I have to say ... I'd probably be trying the ordinary ruler way first ... cos I've got one of those and don't need to buy something specially ... I think I'm the opposite to you in that way! :0) But all in all ... it looks like too much measuring and cutting for me, so I'll just admire other people's efforts! :0) Have fun twisting the night away ... Bear Hugs! KRISKris Meares - Tag Along Teddieshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02167089656614832607noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4580314740488469031.post-3288277501882107802012-02-14T06:09:06.259-07:002012-02-14T06:09:06.259-07:00Great message on making twisters. I am more encour...Great message on making twisters. I am more encouraged to make one using the long ruler. If I invest in a tool I want it be useful beyond one quilt idea. I tire easily of the some thing. I love trying new things.<br />P.S. Thanks for becoming a new follower. Wishing you a Happy Valentines Day!Joanie's Trendy Quiltshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01392441529661534173noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4580314740488469031.post-56263795877182661362012-02-14T00:15:48.472-07:002012-02-14T00:15:48.472-07:00Hi there,
I love the look of these. My friend made...Hi there,<br />I love the look of these. My friend made a bag using one of those rulers.<br />I am a follower<br />Thanks for the giveaway.<br />Happy Valentines Day<br />Hugs from AustraliaRandR Serenityhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02417042225886092257noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4580314740488469031.post-44257979578036041442012-02-13T22:26:22.192-07:002012-02-13T22:26:22.192-07:00Thanks so much for visiting my blog. I loved my vi...Thanks so much for visiting my blog. I loved my visit in your blog. I like the twister quilts..I need to make one sometime!! HugsSandra Kayehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11862340805868433223noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4580314740488469031.post-16253522515181305392012-02-13T20:22:58.641-07:002012-02-13T20:22:58.641-07:00I have never made one, though it's on the list...I have never made one, though it's on the list. I thought I would make it with the ruler, but I thought I might experiment with some ideas rolling around in my head for how to do it it, too. Probably about 5 failed experiments, and then I'll just follow the rules. =) The good part is, I wouldn't waste the left over fabric. There's always *something* to be made from scraps!Susan https://www.blogger.com/profile/09159163720029661287noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4580314740488469031.post-41392294823243178022012-02-13T19:41:57.420-07:002012-02-13T19:41:57.420-07:00I love the look of the Twister quilts and would lo...I love the look of the Twister quilts and would love to make one, but I haven't yet. Thanks for the heads up on a way to make them without the special ruler!Janethttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17104565945520530658noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4580314740488469031.post-4151066754938962102012-02-13T19:36:12.929-07:002012-02-13T19:36:12.929-07:00I've been looking at all of the new twister qu...I've been looking at all of the new twister quilts lately. I think it would be more interesting to use a standard ruler. It doesn't sound that hard.PJhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13488580695900585262noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4580314740488469031.post-44280710823660209802012-02-13T19:00:59.360-07:002012-02-13T19:00:59.360-07:00Wow - lots of replies on this one. I have all the...Wow - lots of replies on this one. I have all the twisters - we use them in our classes simply because it is easier for students. We tried the other method and few could hold the attention to keep things in order. Waste fabric - it's used in another project we have for them - so not wasted. Only con - some rotaries do NOT cut clean around the template and you have to go back and scissor cut. We played with several types rotaries, documented it and sent to the designer, no reply or template change. We had someone make some acrylac templates for us and they are a smidge thinner and work much better.Vroomans' Quiltshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07258050499246235109noreply@blogger.com