Repurposing cutting mats
11-23-2011, 06:58 AM
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When I don't need the measurement lines I use the back of my cutting board. One always has to cut off selvage, but there seem to be lots of times I don't need the lines. I used the same board for about 6 years before replacing it.... about 60 quilts.
11-23-2011, 07:09 AM
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I've been busy cooking and cleaning for Thanksgiving so hadn't been back to see if I had any responses to this post. Thanks so much for all the great ideas. I tried leaving it out in the sun and it didn't take out the warp but hadn't tried the hot towels, maybe I'll do that first. I love the idea of making a rotary cutting mat, the cookie sheet idea, making templates, using under the sewing machine, etc... So many smart, resourceful and just downright friendly people here, thanks and have a great Thanksgiving with your loved ones.
11-23-2011, 09:49 AM
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I have 2 mats at this point & I simply stack them & cut on the top one. It gives it strength when I have to use it on a shorter work surface than the mat, as my space is ridiculously tiny. I make it work though & I still enjoy it! :-)
11-23-2011, 10:15 AM
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Such great ideas you all are sharing! I think it would make a great, longer lasting replacement for anything you would normally use cardboard for. What pops first into my head is that it could replace the circular fabric covered cardboard bases that I sew my pincushion bottoms onto.
11-23-2011, 11:40 AM
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I just tried this and it is a fantastic cure for the 'wobblies' on the machine. Thanks for the idea!!!
11-23-2011, 12:52 PM
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Either cut the good parts off and do lots of cutting on them in an effort to save your new big mat.
If it's not too terribly warped (and maybe if it is) you can always try to use contact cement to glue it to a smooth board. You apply the cement to both the board and the mat, then put them together. It may take a couple of people to get it smooth. You'll also need weight to hold it down while it cures.
If it's not too terribly warped (and maybe if it is) you can always try to use contact cement to glue it to a smooth board. You apply the cement to both the board and the mat, then put them together. It may take a couple of people to get it smooth. You'll also need weight to hold it down while it cures.
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