Cutting out the fabric
04-20-2010, 01:24 PM
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Originally Posted by mimee4
Does anyone have the June Taylor Shape Cut Plus Ruler? It is so valuable - expensive but worth it, especially if you get it 50% off at Joann Fabrics. I've worn one out and am well on my way through my second one. I have cut as many as 6 or even 8 layers at a time and zip along cutting strips of any size. Mine is 18 inches wide and if I am cutting 2 1/2 inch strips, I can cut 7 stacks without moving the ruler or needing to trim up the edges. I highly recommend this. I use it almost all the time.
Here's a photo.
Here's a photo.
04-20-2010, 01:40 PM
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I have the shape cut mat and use it every single time I cut my fabric. The only thing I don't use it for are my borders. I use my long t-square then. I only have the 12x12 though. Mine is starting to get into rough shape so I'm going to need to break down and buy a new one here soon. I cut my strips one way, pick it up re-align it and zip the other way. when I pick it up I have a board of squares. Sooo cool!!
04-20-2010, 02:35 PM
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Originally Posted by mimee4
Does anyone have the June Taylor Shape Cut Plus Ruler? It is so valuable - expensive but worth it, especially if you get it 50% off at Joann Fabrics. I've worn one out and am well on my way through my second one. I have cut as many as 6 or even 8 layers at a time and zip along cutting strips of any size. Mine is 18 inches wide and if I am cutting 2 1/2 inch strips, I can cut 7 stacks without moving the ruler or needing to trim up the edges. I highly recommend this. I use it almost all the time.
Here's a photo.
Here's a photo.
Thanks for the pic!
04-20-2010, 03:12 PM
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I too enjoy the cutting part. Also make sure your cutting surface is at a good heights to avoid a backache
Originally Posted by bearisgray
Make sure your blade is sharp.
Makes the job much easier.
I really enjoy the cutting part.
Makes the job much easier.
I really enjoy the cutting part.
04-20-2010, 03:47 PM
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Originally Posted by mimee4
Does anyone have the June Taylor Shape Cut Plus Ruler? It is so valuable - expensive but worth it, especially if you get it 50% off at Joann Fabrics. I've worn one out and am well on my way through my second one. I have cut as many as 6 or even 8 layers at a time and zip along cutting strips of any size. Mine is 18 inches wide and if I am cutting 2 1/2 inch strips, I can cut 7 stacks without moving the ruler or needing to trim up the edges. I highly recommend this. I use it almost all the time.
Here's a photo.
Here's a photo.
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