Thread: Best way to get large yardage to cut straight
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Old 03-04-2013, 11:11 PM
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Silver Needle
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Originally Posted by EasyPeezy View Post
I can usually manage 1 to 1.5 yds max. However, in order to maximize my fabric
usage, I plan how many squares and strips I will need. Make a little diagram and
see how many strips/squares fit in one yard. Then I can adjust a little more or a
little less. I always add one or two inches for safety. Does this makes sense?
This is our method also. I say OUR because DH and I do most of the cutting together. He runs the rotary cutter.
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