Rotary Cutter skips.
#1
Can anyone tell me what I am doing wrong? I can cut using my Gingher scissors However when it comes to using a Rotary Cutter, I am scared to death that I am going to cut myself. When using the rotary cutter it skips and leaves places uncut (Single or double thickness). What am I doing wrong? I am getting ready to start a quilt and the rotary cutting would be a time saver and to say the least I am getting frustrated with the cutter and about to cut all strips with my scissors and have a hand soaking party.
#3
Couple of simple things can cause skipping. First double check that you have a new blade. A dull blade will have "unsharp" spots that will cause skipping. Secondly, are you applying even pressure as you cut? Press down firmly & consistently as you cut.
Hope these tips help. Once you get the hang of it the rotary cutter will definitely help save time cutting your fabrics. Good luck!
Hope these tips help. Once you get the hang of it the rotary cutter will definitely help save time cutting your fabrics. Good luck!
#6
Originally Posted by Jeanniejo
Try a new blade. A nick in your blade will make it skip. Just be careful while cutting and take your time.
And, um... Yes, I think that's it. Good luck!
#7
Originally Posted by sobaboo
This is a new rotary cutter, Fresh out of the package. Could it be the way I am holding it? How much pressure should be used on it?
Thank you for your help.
Thank you for your help.
#8
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One last thing to consider with your rotary cutter - make sure you have only one blade loaded in it! When you buy blades, they have an oil between them and can stick together. It's not very obvious to the eye when you load the blade, but it has a negative effect when cutting fabric. Sometimes it will look like you have two cuts (very close together)and sometimes it seems the cutter skipped part of the fabric - and that can happen with the same cut on fabric.
Good luck!
Good luck!
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