AQ Cutting Mat Required: GO! Cutting Mat, 10 in. x 24 in. (25.4 cm x 61 cm)
How to Die Cut 4 1/2″ Strips:
- 4 1/2″ Strips: Cut 9 1/2″ wide strips across width of fabric to cut two, 4 1/2″ strips. Position fabric on die so fold of fabric is perpendicular to cutting blades and will roll through the cutter first. One yard of 40″ wide fabric cuts seven strips.
- 4 1/2″ Squares: Start with a 4 1/2″ strip aligning it across die board with the 90° guide line. Fanfold into 9 1/2″ widths. Cut eight 4 1/2″ squares across the width of fabric. One yard of 40″ wide fabric cuts 56 squares.
- 45° Diamond-6 3/8″ Cut Side Edge: Start with a 4 1/2″ strip. Align your 4 1/2″ strip across the die board to the right side of the 45° guide line.
- 30° Diamond-9″ Cut Side Edge: Start with a 4 1/2″ strip. Align your 4 1/2″ strip across the die board to the right side of the 30° guide line.
- 60° Diamond-5 1/4″ Cut Side Edge: Start with a 4 1/2″ strip. Align your 4 1/2″ strip across the die board to the right side of the 60° guide line.
Why Quilters Love the GO! 4 1/2″ Strip Cutter Die:
- Many quilters struggle with cutting long strips for borders. The GO! Strip Cutter-4 1/2″ makes it easy to cut perfect borders as well as sashing, wide bindings, tote bag handles and more.
- No sliding rulers! No miscuts! The GO! Strip Cutter-4 1/2″ includes two strips that can be a challenge to cut by hand.
- Ideal for scrappy quilts! Easily cut up to 6 layers of scraps or full length fabric on the die to get six perfectly cut 4 1/2″ strips in one pass thru the cutter.
- GO! Strip Cutter-4 1/2″ includes 1/4″ seam allowances for easy alignment and piecing.
- Cut perfect 4 1/2″ strips, then use the angled guide lines to cut squares and diamonds.
- Die blades are 23″ long and are open at both ends to allow cutting of fabric that is still folded as it comes off the bolt.
- Cut strips out of a variety of fabrics: cotton, batiks, flannel, fleece, Cuddle® fabrics and more!
- Free pattern downloads available to get you started.
