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Hobbies & Crafts

Cutting Triangles with Simplicity

Simpli-Ez 30 Degree Triangle & Simpli-Ez 45 Degree Triangle The Simpli-Ez 30 Degree Triangle & 45 Degree Triangle make cutting triangles from strips of fabric a simple task with accurate results. Use the 30 degree triangle for Dresden Plates and Fans. Use the 45 Degree Triangle for Kaleidoscope quilts. Each acrylic ruler is clearly marked [...]

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Three New Tools from Simplicity Studio

Simpli-EZ Jelly Roll Ruler The Simpli-EZ Jelly Roll Ruler is a nifty tool to use with those fabulous little Jelly Rolls you can pick up at most quilt shops.  If you don’t know what a Jelly Roll is you are in for a treat! Not a sugary sweet treat, but a time saving treat.  A [...]

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Simplicity Studio’s Simpli-EZ Flip N Set

So you want to set your quilt blocks on point. You’ll be needing some setting triangles. Why the look of fear on your face? It’s just a little math. Let’s get started! First, take your finished block size and multiply it by 1.41. This is the finished length of the triangle’s longest edge. Now round [...]

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Simpli-EZ Quilting Tools from Simplicity Studio

Every quilter knows there are three essential tools that make rotary cutting fabric a successful and satisfying experience. The first is a good ergonomic rotary cutter with a sharp blade, the second is a quality self healing rotary cutting mat, and finally a good set of acrylic rulers. When it comes to rulers you would [...]

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Quality Scissors from Simplicity

This post is all about scissors! Whether you knit, sew, embroider, quilt, scrapbook, or paper craft, you know the importance of a good pair of scissors. It is my opinion that if your hobby is important enough to invest a good deal of your time and energy, you should also invest in quality tools to [...]

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Simplicity Bias Tape Maker

This is the third of a three-step, three-part review of Simplicity’s Rotary Cutting Machine, Bias Tape Maker and the new bias tape winding machine called the Winder.  Individually, each of these products is a useful standalone tool, but when used together the three tools make creating quilt binding and bias tape a breeze. Test Project: [...]

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Simplicity Winder

This is the second of a three-step, three-part review of Simplicity’s Rotary Cutting Machine, Bias Tape Maker and the new bias tape winding machine called the Winder.  Individually, each of these products is a useful standalone tool, but when used together the three tools make creating quilt binding and bias tape a breeze. Test Project: [...]

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Simplicity Rotary Cutting Machine

This is the first of a three-step, three-part review of Simplicity’s Rotary Cutting Machine, Bias Tape Maker and the new bias tape winding machine called the Winder. Individually, each of these products is a useful, standalone tool, but when used together the three tools make creating quilt binding and bias tape a breeze. Admittedly, I [...]

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