I've heard of this method, I personally have never tried that but sounds clever and an affordable way to try and mimic this concept. I'd say the magnets in the ruler are still the most clever part of their system.

I think you’re right, it’s an investment. The two sided was a clever thing for them to do I agree.

I’m so glad to hear this. I can’t tell you how having used it exclusively after a couple months it’s done for my hands. I’m gonna do a follow up review i think now that I’ve used it a bit. Your hubby is a sweetie and a total keeper ❤️❤️❤️

I totally agree and so happy to hear your experience is a good one too.

So glad you are experiencing similar results to mine. I really do love it and especially since this video was made I have been using it exclusively for cutting. It is worth the investment for sure.

I really love this system. It was worth the $$ and every time I use it I’m glad I did it.

Yes it is a bit of a splurge and could be a nice thing to save up for. You’re welcome, I’ve already used it three times this week more and I’m fully sold.

It really is a nice system. Helped my hands a bunch. My next request is they come up with a smaller ruler, they said it is already on their "to do" list :)

Thanks for being such an amazing design duo!!

I think the Christmas wish list is a perfect place for it to go :)

Yes, when I first saw it, I thought the same thing. They certainly went a few extra steps with the magnets in the rulers and for sure the SewTites team knows magnets. I wonder if eventually they will sell the ruler(s) separately then you could potentially use with your DIYStyle mat system. I have put a request in for a smaller ruler and they say they already have plans for more pieces to the collection.

There are many things I've tried, like you, the gloves have never worked for me and the Martelli cutter and I didn't get along (this old dog refused to learn) that's why this system was a good match for me. Been using it exclusively since this video and love it more each time I use it. Can't wait for them to come out with a shorter ruler. Thanks for your comments - others read them and you never know what an impact you can have on someone else. Thanks for stopping by and sharing. I appreciate you.

I’m sorry to hear about your pain. You might write to the SewTItes company and ask if they are aware of a local shop to you that will be selling it and ask for an in person demo. Sometimes my hands hurt so bad that cutting is painful and frustrating and I make mistakes. This just might be a helpful solution for you.

I have rheumatoid arthritis and I really really want this. I always have trouble with the ruler moving when I cut!

Agreed

First I will address the boosters: Now having used this for several months, I am still using it the same way, boosters are designed to pull more strength through the built in magnets but that is not always able to be the case, so yes, still placing them ON the ruler but not on the built in magnet works good but to your point, not as good if they were on the built in magnets. Second, you are right, alight the fabric with the lines and ruler, etc. but honestly, I don't always do that. I demonstrate exactly as I use something and good or bad, I cut on an angle most of the time :)

It is a great concept.

Sure !

You make it look like the boosters must be on top of the magnets in the ruler itself. You don't show those spots as being along the edges of the ruler, so I assume they aren't. It must be that the boosters enable one to use the ruler even when those center line dots are over fabric. In other words, the boosters are always on the middle of the ruler, but the ruler can be anywhere.

I was suggesting a possible place “to store” the magnets when not using them on the ruler. I have a magnetic mat and leave the magnets on the far edge of the mat, rather than putting them in a container at the side of the mat. It’s just what has worked for me. 😀

It is nice. I'd say this is a "treat yo self" item. Around $300-350 depending on shipping and if you use the coupon code. But for me, the ability to use my hands more efficiently and not cause pain is worth it. But it is one of those "add to wish list items" I'm glad I did make the investment thought.

Watch again and listen to what I’m saying. It’s because I’ve got to cut straight (because of my hands) I’m not able to rotate my wrist so I rotate the mat instead. Usually mats are slippery and this one is heavy and it stays in place while I turn.