Charming

Hi all

I would like to have a big cutting table custom made of solid wood. I am trying to decide on the size based on what size cutting mat I can get for it. The one I already have is the Olfs with three sections connected but I want a bigger one.
My question is if any of you have a big table like that what kind of mat are you using? does olfa carry bigger than the one I have? is there any other manufacturers that you used and recommend?
I googled and got many options but need feedback about the quality please.

Thanks

Gayle8675309

Here's a link to a very large Martelli mat. I don't own one, but have heard nothing but great reviews about them. They are pricey, but I hear that they are worth it.

http://www.martellicatalog.com/mm5/m...egory_Code=MAT

linda8450

Martelli products are awesome! http://www.martellicatalog.com/mm5/m...egory_Code=MAT I got the largest mat for Christmas and love love love it! Also got the cutters but it isn't necessary to use theirs.
The mat fits onto a 6' table from Costco or Sams Club and I have it elevated to waist high (I am 6' tall so it is a bit tall for my hieght emparied friends). They frequently offer coupons in their newsletters (sign up for REDLINE DIRECT as it gives wonderful savings...

Charming

Thank you ladies for the link, but they only carry one size which is 30x60 )-:
The one I already have is 36x72 and I am looking for bigger size.

AliKat

I agree. Get the larger Martelli mat. It will really last.

I have the 24" x 18" as my cutting table isn't all that big, just big enough to do the job.

ManiacQuilter2

I was disappointed when I bought a new Olfa mat a little over a year ago. They are not made as well as when I had their three section mat. I have two Omnigrid mats and I keep them attached with duck tape on the back. It works for trimming borders but I still end up doing most of my cutting on a standard 24"x36"

dakotamaid

Here is a great site. I've ordered from them. I believe they will custom cut matts for you.

http://www.cutting-mats.net/rotary-c...FUhgMgodpGQAJQ

SueSew

I don't have long enough arms to cut more than 24-30" vertically at the most. And if I am cutting for a big piece of fabric - say a one block wonder - I just move it along the board. when I trim a sandwiched quilt, I put two boards together and move slowly along the 72".

For me that would be like making my 48"x72" kitchen island a big wooden chopping board . I can only chop one batch of veggies at a time so the 24"x56" cutting board countertop with the built-in veggie sink is more than enough.

I guess I just miss the point. What should I be doing with all that board?

luvTooQuilt

i cant remember where i got mine.. i found it online and it shipped from Germany- crazy i know.. but i love it.. .. I have the 36x68 grid by Sew-Fit and the 28x51 grid by Sew-fit ...

Dolphyngyrl

They are made out of something, and the guy at the quilt show said you can iron on their large mats. i am looking forward to buying one next year. They looked really nice