Rotary Cutters
12-16-2013, 07:28 PM
#51
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While the Klutz glove does come in a small, I think that it would really be too big for a child's hand. Moda is coming out with a new tool (called a Sew Easy Ruler and Cutter Combo) that was originally designed by a gal in Australia. Using a 45mm blade, it is actually attached to the ruler, and so there is no 'slipping' with the blade, keeping those fingers safe. I'll try to attached an image from our website.
Because we are talking about a child, I would also recommend/see if it's possible (in addition to a good tool) to get a pair of Klutz gloves custom fit to her hand ...
Because we are talking about a child, I would also recommend/see if it's possible (in addition to a good tool) to get a pair of Klutz gloves custom fit to her hand ...
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12-16-2013, 07:37 PM
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I would be careful with a rotary cutter and an 8 year old -- even if she is mature for her age. You don't want her slicing into her finger before she completes her first quilt. The ruler that HomespunHearth attached looks like it would be worth giving it a try.
12-16-2013, 07:45 PM
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Fiskars has a ruler with the blade included, it actually looks like a paper cutter. It only cuts a straight line. However, as she gets older she could advance to the more traditional rulers, cutter, and mat. I got one at Walmart years ago and used it after my hand surgeries.
This is exactly what I was going to suggest.
You and your DD know her best. But, the ladies are right, it only takes a second to make a mistake.
This cutter might be the safest option if you choose to get her one.
Fiskars stopped making them for awhile, but I believe they are now making them again.
http://www.amazon.com/Fiskars-195130.../dp/B00EXIACSU
One of the die systems would be a good solution, it would be expensive. But, safer.
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12-16-2013, 07:51 PM
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The only person who will feel more badly than the child when (not if) there is a cut would be the adult supervising. I would not want to be that adult and think that the privilege of feeling bad should go to the parent. Therefore, if a child of any age is going to be allowed to use a rotary cutter, I think it should be the parent who is doing the supervising.
12-19-2013, 06:38 PM
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This little gripper will keep her fingers away from the blade. http://www.heirloomcreations.net/sho...gypsy-gripper/
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