Yes, and it only takes one time to let you know how not to do it again. Pain, shock, worry (am I going to lose the tip), soreness, then finally relief. Yepper, been there, done that. Pay careful attention to how you hold your rotary cutter, check your edges of your rulers for cracks or deep cuts (it might need replaced), keep your mind focus on object at hand and use a sharp blade. A sharp blade will go through the fabric the first time and you won't have to push so hard. I'm glad your ok. And your finger still has it's pinkie. :-)