quiltncrazy:::: with the Shape Cut, you can cut multiple shapes in 1/2" increments, up to 8 layers of fabric at a time, you can cut strips, bias strips, squares, hexagons, fringe, diamonds, triangles (60 and 45 degree) and chevrons. It's been around for a right good while like Gail said, and I have had mine for about a year. I also put those little round sandpaper circles on the bottom edges to so it doesn't slide also. It works well for me as far as staying in place so I can cut faster. I wish you were right next door so I could take it over to you and let you try and see if you liked it. :)