6 Things You Can Do With The Folded Corner Clipper | Quilting Ruler | Creative Grids | Flying Geese

My review of the Folded Corner Clipper by Creative Grids. Make flying geese, half square triangles, snowball blocks and more with this quilting tool.

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[terrygaume]

Definitely one of my favorite and versatile tools. Thank you.

[pennypalmisano]

I've used this tool for the binding but nothing else. Thanks for this video! Love all the different ways to use this ruler.😊❤️

[rosehixon]

Thank you I needed to know how to use that ruler. I bought it once for one purpose and didn’t realize it could be used for so many different things. Thank you Carol.❤

[poohbear]

I have that set of rulers. I had no idea I could do so much!! What a time saver!! Drawing the line is such a waste of time. I won’t be doing that any more. I always learn the most useful ideas from you. Thank you ❤

[terriflanigan]

I also love this for joining binding. It’s a game changer! A very versatile tool. Thank you for a wonderful video!

[kayleenleone]

Carol, you have a lovely voice and are a great teacher of these techniques. Thanks so much for all the tips.

[MelanieClaire]

i, for now...have the competitor's brand, but, as usual, you explained this MUCH better than any of the other videos...makes sense now.

[myreewilliams]

Creative Grids Folded Corner Clipper is a very handy tool to have, they also have it in XL size.

[TheJAG]

Love this video. Great explanations on this ruler. I’ll definitely be getting one. I truly appreciate you sharing your time and expertise. Thank you ❤

[melanietaylor]

I've had this ruler for a few yrs now & couldn't figure out how to use it to trim half square triangles once sewn. Thank so much !!

[tatianaterriesmith]

Thank you Carol I have both rulers never used it now I will use them especially with your patterns that need HST LIKE THE ACORN PATTERN❤❤❤❤❤😊😊😊😊 AND THE PUMPKIN

[michelleinScotland]

Thank you. I have heard of this ruler but never realised it could do so much - will have to add it to my list of must haves 😄 Thanks to Leisa for sending it to you.

[sherryfaires]

I use this tool for joining my binding together, but learned a lot that I did not know! I love learning new techniques. Thanks!!!

[notesfromleisa-land]

Great demo Carol, and I'm glad you are enjoying the ruler. I also hope that you have converted some folks. I consider pre mitered cuts on binding best practice. This tool is small so that the final join is also effortlessly done. I have a few more tips to share (a/k/a notes from my personal sweat shop). Of course any ruler will allow you to do all of these things, but none have a better size or line of sight/markings than this one for smaller projects. Yes, there is a bigger one, I don't have it. I do have Antler Designs, Simple Folded Corner Ruler (large) That is another great ruler. But it does not have the alacrity of this one. However that ruler has 1/4" marking perpendicular to the diagonal that make many quilting tasks easier.

*Binding*: I truly believe that pre mitering is best practice as it is truer/straighter cut and alignment than the 90 degree method (4 points of alignment v. the "am I at right angle?" alignment). No need for separate ruler to square end. Rotate tool. (I glue baste, so I glue the perpendicular long side and match the ends and set glue. That way I can press my seam open. If not pressing open, glue basting the ends keeps things straight under the needle.)

*Save fabric*: Cut your replacement corners from a strip (e.g. 2.5") and avoid the leftover waste. Just discard the waste from the original corner you clip. (see my time saving tip below).

*Precut Triangles for FPP applications from a strip*: I calculate a slightly (v. grossly ) oversized triangle when needed for FPP applications (I like 3.5" FPP economy blocks). I precut these pieces. Cutting from a strip using this ruler v. a square allows you to work with a small strip width than the prescribed square which may help you use your stash scraps more efficiently. (I also use the tip below)

*Save time*: (always make a test cut first). This calculation method works for Triangle in Square Rectangles (side pieces), Split Rectangles, HST's and Diamond Rectangle sides (I have Deb Tucker's rulers, so I use this method to cut the side pieces). (this is absolutely my best tip ever for those that love these blocks and want to produce them efficiently and accurately:

Cut *rectangles* first using your normal strip height and a width of strip calculated as height + .75" [(3/8 + 3/8) . 3/8 is the measure of the flat top of tool (to include specialty rulers mentioned above); . Use the ruler to cut the rectangle 1 x to have two perfect mates. Saves rotation and ruler realignment as well as awkward cutting angles. Save more time by stacking fabric.
Example: If you need 2.5" HST, you would cut a rectangles 2.5 x 3.25 (2.5 + .75). Align to one side and cut once. Sounds like a so what...but cut your rectangle from 3.25" WOF using a regular ruler, and then subcut with your Stripology ruler @ 2.5".

There is no faster way (maybe Accuquilt, but I would propose a dual to test it). Even without a Stripology, you save rotation and ruler replacement on an angle. When you are cutting hundreds of units, there is no faster way to chew through the cutting with no loss in accuracy.

Can you tell I love this tool?

[angelamcgovern]

Never seen this tool, will have to get one xx

[leslieschmidt]

Very good demonstration, Carol. I got this ruler earlier this year and swear by it now, especially for joining binding. I haven't tried it for any of the other applications yet, but I will. Thanks.

[scrappinvt]

WOW I have had this ruler for a while & only used it for my binding. So happy I saw this. Thanks

[annetteellis]

I have this ruler, it is a must have in quilting!

[worab]

Great video, thanks for sharing.. I learned a lot.
Be well 😊

[desireemazany]

I have one but have only used it for my bias tape. ThNks for the great tips!!