The Creative Grids® 11.5" x 11.5" Square Quilt Ruler (CGR11) is an industry-leading acrylic template designed to give quilters ultimate accuracy when squaring up large fabric blocks, cutting fat quarters, and prepping background pieces. Featuring a beautifully crisp layout, this versatile square handles large-scale project requirements without flexing or slipping, ensuring your cuts match your pattern perfectly from the first slice to the last.
Key Features
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Patented Non-Slip Gripper Backing: Features the exclusive Creative Grids® smooth-glide texture that holds fabric securely under cutting pressure but moves easily when adjusting positions.
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Dual-Color High-Contrast Visual Grid: Clear black and white dashed markings ensure optimal visibility on dark, light, multi-colored, and heavily patterned textiles.
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Diagonal 45-Degree Alignment Line: Includes a bold, precise diagonal line running corner-to-corner for effortless squaring up of half-square triangles and bias layouts.
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1/4-Inch Seam Allowance Markings: Built-in perimeter markers make it simple to verify or trim seam allowance allowances before final assembly.
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Laser-Smooth Premium Acrylic: Heavy-duty, extra-thick acrylic edges provide a durable track for rotary cutters, keeping cuts laser-straight while protecting the blade from nicks.
Why Customers Love This Ruler
A major frustration with large square rulers is their tendency to rotate or slide halfway through a long rotary cut. The CGR11 completely removes this pain point with its comprehensive embedded grip zones. By securing a wider surface area of fabric, it cuts down on mismeasured scraps, increases safety, and allows you to square up large blocks like an absolute professional.
Perfect For
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Quilters looking to accurately square up finished 11-inch blocks with built-in seam allowances.
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Sewists cutting precise squares from fat quarters or yardage for patchwork designs.
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Makers creating custom tote bags, pillows, and small home decor items requiring clean 90-degree corners.
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Crafters working on half-square triangles, quarter-square triangles, and complex block structures.
Included Accessories
Specifications
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Brand: Creative Grids®
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Model Number: CGR11
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Dimensions: 11.5 inches x 11.5 inches (Square)
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Thickness: Premium, heavy-duty acrylic
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Country of Origin: Made in the USA
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Why is this ruler 11.5 inches instead of a flat 11 or 12 inches? A: The extra half-inch is designed specifically to account for standard 1/4-inch seam allowances on all sides, allowing you to square up blocks that will finish at a perfect 11 inches inside your quilt top.
Q: Does this ruler include a 45-degree line for half-square triangles? A: Yes, it features a clear diagonal alignment line that runs from corner to corner, making it incredibly easy to align and square up half-square triangles perfectly.
Q: Can I safely use an extra-large 60mm rotary cutter with this? A: Absolutely. The ruler is engineered from thick, laser-cut acrylic that safely accommodates all standard rotary cutters, including 18mm, 28mm, 45mm, and 60mm models.
