Quilters Select 2.5" x 36" Non-Slip Ruler
Quilters Select 2.5" x 36" Non-Slip Ruler is the ultimate binding strip ruler — a slim 2.5" wide, 36" long ruler that cuts perfect 2" finished binding strips (the standard quilting binding width) in a single placement across the entire width of double-folded fabric, eliminating the need for multiple ruler placements and making binding cutting dramatically faster and more precise for active quilters.
Top 10 Questions About Quilters Select 2.5" x 36" Non-Slip Ruler
Q: Why is the 36" length so useful for binding cutting?
A: Double-folded quilting cotton is approximately 22" wide when folded twice from 44/45" — a 36" ruler covers this in a single placement with room to spare, cutting a perfect 2.5" binding strip from edge to edge with no ruler repositioning required. This makes binding preparation significantly faster than using shorter rulers.
Q: Is the 2.5" x 36" ruler also useful for longarm ruler quilting?
A: Yes — the 36" length provides excellent coverage for ruler-guided straight lines across wide quilt sections on the longarm frame, making it especially useful for wide cross-hatch fills and extended parallel line designs.
Q: What is the Quilters Select non-slip coating?
A: A proprietary grip coating permanently applied to the ruler surface that holds fabric without a separate grip mat, remaining fully transparent for accurate measurement visibility.
Q: What rotary cutter pairs best with this ruler?
A: The 45mm or 60mm Quilters Select rotary cutter provides excellent reach and precision for the full 36" cutting length without fatigue.
Q: Is this ruler compatible with longarm ruler feet?
A: Yes — the slim 2.5" width and 36" length make it an excellent longarm ruler foot guide for straight-line machine quilting. Verify compatibility with your specific machine's ruler foot before ordering.
Q: How does the 2.5" x 36" compare to the 3" x 18" for binding cutting?
A: The 2.5" x 36" provides the exact 2.5" binding width in a single 36" placement — faster and more precise than the 3" x 18" which provides the same cut in approximately two placements. For high-volume binding cutting, the 36" version is significantly more efficient.
Q: Is this ruler also useful for sashing strip cutting?
A: Yes — many sashing widths fall within the 2.5" measurement, making this ruler useful for cutting sashing strips as well as binding strips.
Q: Is the non-slip coating permanent?
A: Yes — permanently applied during manufacturing for years of regular cutting use.
Q: Is the 2.5" x 36" ruler compatible with all standard cutting mats?
A: The 36" ruler requires a cutting mat at least 36" long — a 36" x 60" or 24" x 36" cutting mat accommodates the full ruler length for single-placement cuts.
Q: Is the Quilters Select 2.5" x 36" Non-Slip Ruler in stock at Linda's?
A: Check the current product listing for live availability.
One placement, one perfect strip — shop Quilters Select 2.5" x 36" Non-Slip Ruler at Linda's Electric Quilters.