Stacking fabrics then rotary cutting...
02-08-2011, 12:43 PM
#33
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I would never stack the fabrics. I don't think you can get an accurate cut. If the cuts aren't accurate the blocks won't be the correct size. It may mess up the entire quilt top.
It is too important to have accurate cuts.
It is too important to have accurate cuts.
02-08-2011, 01:10 PM
#34
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Originally Posted by amma
Press the first piece of fabric, stack the second one on top and then press it, the third and fourth one too.
Pressing them in this manner seems to make them stick to each other, and can make cutting through a stack more accurate. :D:D:D
Pressing them in this manner seems to make them stick to each other, and can make cutting through a stack more accurate. :D:D:D
02-08-2011, 04:50 PM
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Originally Posted by quiltinghere
In my experience I need a the larger rotary cutter and a sharp blade. Wear a cut proof glove, press down firmly on the ruler and make sure your perpendicular to the ruler (not slanting).
02-08-2011, 04:52 PM
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I always try to start with a new blade. The first time I did one of these, I had the same problem, but a quick change of the blade solved the problem. Dullness caused shifting and in turn led to wonky cuts. Haven't had this problem since!
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02-08-2011, 04:59 PM
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Great advice given above, and all I'll add is make sure you are working on a surface that is the correct height for you so that you can both see your work and get even pressure on your ruler as you cut.
I routinely cut 4 to 6 layers, sometimes up to 10 or 12, and my cuts are almost always right on. But it is a skill, and as with all skills, you have to use good form and practice.
RST
I routinely cut 4 to 6 layers, sometimes up to 10 or 12, and my cuts are almost always right on. But it is a skill, and as with all skills, you have to use good form and practice.
RST
02-08-2011, 05:49 PM
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My suggestions:
Use a large rotary cutter and a new blade.
Use spray sizing lightly applied between each layer or FQ and press well.
Limit your stacking to 4 layers until you feel comfortable.
Use a large rotary cutter and a new blade.
Use spray sizing lightly applied between each layer or FQ and press well.
Limit your stacking to 4 layers until you feel comfortable.
Originally Posted by blzzrdqueen
I'm starting a the Crazy Eights pattern and it tells me to make the cutting go faster, to stack my fat quarters 4 thick then cut. I notice that when I do that, my squares/patches are not accurate...am I doing something wrong?
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