Originally Posted by
Mrs. SewNSew
I don't know that I would use one much for odd shapes, but if it would work for strips and squares from scrap that could be a nice timesaver and hand saver.
I have a Shilouette Cameo that I use for "shapes" that I might use for applique, or circles, etc. But the Accuquilt GoBIG allows me cut strips, squares, rectangles, diamonds, etc. My Cameo requires that the fabric has a fuseable on it and can only cut one layer. The GoBIG allows me to cut up to 6 layers. I was cutting 2.5" squares for my beginner students to use to figure out their 1/4" seam and I whipped out about 120 squares in about 10 minutes--it seriously took longer for me to plug it in and set up than the cutting! And I had almost no waste.
My shoulder is thanking me for the GoBIG-it used to be a session of cutting meant no sewing or LA for at least a couple days rest. I got mine on sale-yes it's expensive, but I figure that it basically isn't outrageous when you compare the cost of fabric.
I can't wait to find time to take my sack of weird scrapes and make into strips and squares.