I cut mine wof X 1.5", then I put several on my mat and take my June Tailor Slotted Shape Cut. It has slots every 0.5". Love it, I wanted 1 ,but was to tight to buy one. DH and I was at an estate sale and it was still new in the plastic with instructions for $3.00. Needless to say I grabbed it up real fast. Score! I use it ALOT and LOVE it!!!!!!