Has anyone tried to cut their cutting mat smaller?
#24
When my cutting mats get worn out (esp. before I started using self-healing mats), I cut them up to use in the bottom of my handbags.
I cut mine using an old box cutter (new blade) and an old metal drafting ruler.
I cut mine using an old box cutter (new blade) and an old metal drafting ruler.
#25
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Originally Posted by acesgame
I have two 24 by 36 mats, a June Taylor and a Martelli. Unfortunately, they have a 1 inch border and my tables are 24 inches deep. I don't know how to cut them. Any Ideas?
#28
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Location: New Hampshire
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I did cut one to match the width of my Bernina sewing table. (the size is handy because it also fits into my wheel-around sewing machine suitcase - or whatever it's called!) You have to use good strong scissors! I used my Swissors.
I'm new to this forum and have a hard time finding something a second time, so please understand if I don't respond to anyone!! I'll catch on eventually.
I'm new to this forum and have a hard time finding something a second time, so please understand if I don't respond to anyone!! I'll catch on eventually.
#30
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Location: North Kansas City, MO
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I use kitchen shears many times and they've worked well.
Whenever I buy a new mat, I cut the old one to fill needs in the studio - My favorite are the 14"x16" strips taped to the tables right next to my sewing machine and my embroidery machine for quick little cuts while I'm sewing.
Whenever I buy a new mat, I cut the old one to fill needs in the studio - My favorite are the 14"x16" strips taped to the tables right next to my sewing machine and my embroidery machine for quick little cuts while I'm sewing.
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