sewingsuz

I am going to try this soon, I will not cut over 2 to 5 layers. Very interesting, I am a lefty so I will turn thing around.

Jannie

Not sure I would ever cut 16 layers at one time. However, when I have several strips the same size, I do it the way she shows using the width of the ruler as much as possible. I would be running to the store for a new mat if my mat was that wobbly.

moonrise

I'm glad it works for her, but in my experience, the more layers and folds there are, the higher the possibility for shifting and wonky strips. It's slower, but I cut mine with a 24" ruler on a 36" mat, with the fabric only folded once (the way it comes on the bolt). I don't have any trouble holding the 24" ruler in place. After 3-4 strips, I stop and make sure the cut is still square with the fold, using the lines on the ruler. It's no big deal to re-square it, if necessary.

I agree that her mat desperately needs replacing!

kaylfordsollimo

I've done a modified version of this using a June Taylor slotted ruler.