Originally Posted by elliemay
I have made an attempt this afternoon to master the Rotary cutter... and still I cannot make sense of it.. I cut a square, although the blade is new... it didnt cut evenly... then in an attempt to cut a triangle I wondered.. how do I cut a triangle when the ruler is ' over the fabric???
When I lined it up.. it didnt look right.. I am so annoyed with myself for not being able to use iether the ruler or cutter.. am I compelled to use templates forever??? :(
You just need practice. I didn't think I would like a rotary cutter either when I finally decided to try one but it gets easier as you learn to hold it confidently.
I practice alot of techniques on paper first. You can use your rotary cutter and cut copy paper. It is cheaper than fabric!
Make sure your ruler does not move and push evenly on your cutter.
Are you using an angle on a ruler to do your triangles?
Hope you get the hang of it! It is fun when you get used to it! It does take time and practice to get comfortable! Don't give up!