Create perfectly pieced Square on Square quilt blocks every single time with the Creative Grids® Square on Square Trim Tool (CGRJAW8). Designed by Jean Ann Wright, this premium acrylic ruler eliminates the guesswork, frustration, and fabric waste traditionally associated with sewing multi-layered square-in-a-square blocks. By allowing you to sew oversized rounds of fabric and trim them down to exact dimensions at every stage, this tool ensures flawless points and perfect alignment for both 4-inch and 8-inch finished blocks.
Key Features
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Two Finished Sizes in One: Seamlessly creates accurate 4-inch or 8-inch finished Square on Square blocks.
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Exclusive Non-Slip Grip: Features the patented Creative Grids® embedded gripper backing that holds fabric securely under pressure, preventing slipping and costly cutting errors.
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Oversized Piecing Method: Designed for sewing oversized fabric rounds, giving you a generous margin for error before trimming down to absolute perfection.
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Easy-to-Read Markings: Clear, high-contrast black and white markings allow for effortless alignment on both light and dark fabrics.
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Drilled Center Hole: Includes a convenient drilled center hole for easy anchoring and pivoting when aligning the initial center square.
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Built-in Seam Allowances: Features precise 1/4-inch grid lines to automatically protect your seam allowances, ensuring your block points are never cut off.
Why Customers Love This Tool
Achieving sharp, un-chopped points on square-in-a-square blocks is notoriously difficult with standard rulers. Quiltmakers love the CGRJAW8 because it shifts the focus from stressful, hyper-accurate sewing to easy, oversized piecing. You simply sew the rounds, lay the ruler down, line up the clearly marked center crosshairs, and trim away the excess. The result is perfectly squared blocks with exact 1/4-inch seam allowances every single time, drastically speeding up your piecing workflow while upgrading the overall quality of your quilt tops.
Perfect For
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Quilters of All Skill Levels: Beginners looking to master square-in-a-square blocks without frustration, and advanced quilters wanting to maximize their speed and precision.
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Scrap Quilters: Excellent for utilizing fabric stashes, jelly rolls, and charm squares to create highly detailed geometric patterns.
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Intricate Block Patterns: Ideal for traditional and modern quilt designs that rely heavily on precise snowball, storm at sea, or multi-layered square-in-a-square units.
Included Accessories
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Creative Grids® Square on Square Trim Tool (Model CGRJAW8)
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Fully illustrated, step-by-step printed instruction guide
Specifications
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Brand: Creative Grids®
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Model Number: CGRJAW8
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Designer: Jean Ann Wright
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Material: Premium, heavy-duty laser-cut acrylic
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Block Options: 4-inch finished blocks or 8-inch finished blocks
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Country of Manufacture: USA
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make sizes other than 4-inch and 8-inch blocks with this tool? This specific model (CGRJAW8) is engineered explicitly to trim and square up blocks to exactly 4 inches or 8 inches finished. If you need odd-sized blocks (such as 3-inch or 6-inch), Creative Grids offers a companion tool (CGRJAW7) designed for those specific dimensions.
Does this ruler require a special rotary cutter? No, it works flawlessly with any standard 28mm, 45mm, or 60mm rotary cutter. The thick, laser-cut acrylic edge provides a safe, sturdy guide for your blade.
How does the non-slip grip work? Creative Grids rulers feature a patented smooth texture on the back that glides easily over fabric until you apply downward cutting pressure. Once pressed, the grip locks onto the fabric to prevent shifting, ensuring total cutting accuracy.
