I’m going to share with you how to read a ruler-the EASY method + I’ve got a free download for you!
Remember back in 2nd grade when you learned how to read a ruler? Yeah, me neither. That was a LONG time ago and for many of us, understanding ruler measurements can be a challenge. Today I have a video to give your a refresher coarse on understanding all those measurements and a tip or two to help you remember. I even have a free download to help you!
How to Read a Ruler- The Easy Method Video Tutorial:
Are you asking, “Connie Stewart, where is the quarter inch mark on a ruler? And OMG….1/16th of an inch??!” Let me help you out! Reading a ruler is something we all need to learn and if you want to know “what are the measurements on a ruler?” I think this video will have you Ruling the ruler measurement (sorry, I couldn’t resist!) in no time flat.
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This makes my heart SO happy!
I think my earliest memory ever was watching the first episode of Sesame Street. I was sick in bed but my Mom said I could come out in the living room and watch this new show that was coming on. Keep in mind, my sweet little young people, this was before the days of cable. We had 4 channels to choose from so a show for kids was a BIG deal!
I sat about 8 inches from the TV (how many remember doing this until we learned we would ruin our eyesight?) at was mesmerized at this new world. I don’t remember a lot about it (I was only 2 years old) but I remember Oscar the Grouch and Cookie Monster. I remember the steps the kids sat on. I THINK I remember Susan too. It’s a pretty faint memory.
I continued to watch Sesame Street from that day on. I probably watched it longer than a kid should but hey, there wasn’t anything else on. I love that 50 years later this wonderful show continues to educate and entertain children everywhere. Congratulations Children’s Television Workshop! May you continue to share for another 50 years!
QUOTE OF THE DAY – “Smile from your heart; nothing is more beautiful than a woman who is happy to be herself.” — Kubra Sait
I hope you enjoyed my little flashback to grade school and that today’s video & free download will help you next time you have an 8th or 16th measurement that you can’t quite figure out.
I’m so grateful that you’ve allowed me to be part of your day! Every time I send you an email or know that you have stopped by my website, I am overwhelmed with gratitude. THANK YOU for joining me!
Make it a GREAT Tuesday my friends!
Connie, you hit the nail on the head. I am terrible with measurements. 3/8, and so on. Had to get the hubby many times to help met figure the measurements. I’m sure the new cutter is going to be trying for me. So much larger and looks like lots measurements. Keeping your video and measurement chart handy.
Good morning Connie. You hit the nail on the head. I can’t read a ruler when goes to strange measurements . Will keep your video and ruler card handy. I am sure I will have a hard time with the new trimmer.
Thanks so much for sharing this again. You can’t hear it too many times to make it stick. I really needed this info. Thanks again for sharing
Hello Connie. I was trying to order the paper trimmer and can’t find it. Is it out of stock?
Hmm, it’s working for me. Try to enter http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=152392&dbwsdemoid=59242. I hope that helps!
Mystery solved. In the past I avoided measurements that
said 1/8 of an inch, or 5/8 just couldn’t see it.
Now, I get it.Thank you.
Hi Connie, Thank you so much for this , I have slight dyslexia , I do manage to get most of the measurements right but always have to call in my hubby to help me see the smaller measurements . Your download and video will help me tremendously!
I’m pretty good with the ruler, however, I wanted to let you I watch all your Tuesday Tips, and they are great I learn a lot, thank you, by the way I don’t reside in the US, I retired in Morelos , Mexico, are you able to ship over here, I would love for you to be my Stamping Up demostrator.
Rosa, I wish I could but I am only allowed to sell in the USA and we don’t have Demonstrators in Mexico. I am so sorry.
Thank you Connie! I have it posted on my board to reference when watching card making tutorials.
Hi Connie
You certainly have blessed me today, I found your site as I was attempting to find a simple method of reading a ruler. It has many, many years for me just as you stated that it has for you, and my memory banks just does not hold on as well as it use to. I was failing horribly in my search, until voila ! I stumbled upon you, and I must say with many thanks, that you have more than made made my day, you have made many days less frustrating, while I struggled with feeling gosh awfully dumb.
Shirley
YAY!!!
I’m so glad this video was helpful! Hey, we all need a refresher course. Have a great day!
You are the best. I could not read a ruler to save my soul. Do you know of a ruler that has these measurements on them? Many thanks, Penny
I found this one on Amazon – https://www.amazon.com/Rok-Hardware-Measuring-Converter-ROKRULER/dp/B07HYJ7JSR/ref=sr_1_8?crid=1RK6HS1E7413C&keywords=easy+to+read+ruler&qid=1689706267&sprefix=easy+to+read+ruler%2Caps%2C100&sr=8-8