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    Old 01-01-2016, 10:54 AM
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    Question Cutting fabric for totes question

    Hello,

    I am doing a mini tote and want to know if you cut out the fabric with a rotary cutter, scissors, or a mix of both? It does not come with a paper pattern just the dimensions to cut. Thanks!
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    Old 01-01-2016, 11:14 AM
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    I used a rotary cutter to cut mine.
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    Old 01-01-2016, 11:47 AM
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    I just do those grocery bags and I use a rotary cutter.
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    Old 01-01-2016, 07:00 PM
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    I too, use a rotary cutter, it gives me a straight line, and is more accurate.
    Please show us what you do. by doing it this way, there's no waste between them if doing more than one.
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    Old 01-02-2016, 03:56 AM
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    I use a rotary cutter also and often make the exterior all in one piece...however I never use a pattern so don't go by me...just follow your pattern directions. I learned by using bits and pieces of different patterns but seemed to always change everything up so now I just do my own thing. I love making totes ....takes so much less time to get to completion than quilts...LOL.
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    Old 01-02-2016, 03:59 AM
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    I love my 16 x 16 ruler for making totes, etc. I trust that you are proficient in using a rotary cutting and rulers. I would never make a paper pattern. Why? I have made tons of different purses and totes, btw.
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