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   sewchris703 | Feb 13, 2011 11:20am | #1

   I use a style curve and a 2"x18" clear ruler with 1/16th" markings for pattern making along with a metal yardstick and a tape measure.  My daughter doesn't use any curved rulers.  She free hand draws her curves.  I have friends who variously use french curves, hip curves, flexable rulers, and style curves.  I think it all comes down to personal preference and experience.  Most of the tools can be gotten at the fabric store or hardware store.  My t-square, L-square, and metal yardstick are all building/engineering tools, not pattern making tools.  My style curve, clear ruler, and tape measure come from my local fabric/quilting stores.

   Chris

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   rekha | Feb 14, 2011 06:14pm | #2

   French curve

   I have tried both imperial and metric french curves and find by far the best is the imperial  http://www.morplan.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/Product_10053_10001_15042_-1_10765 . It has bevelled edges allowing smooth drawing, but a bit on the expensive side.