I can't use a rotary cutter
10-19-2011, 05:50 AM
#52
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The Martelli people say it is VERY important that the cutting hand, arm, shoulder are directly behind the cutting line, with the body to the side. I still can't cut as well as he can, but I've improved! Another tip is holding the cutting hand low instead of above the cutting line.
10-19-2011, 06:23 AM
#56
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There is a ruler that has a rotary blade within a unit that does the work for you. All you have to do is have the unit at one end of the material to be cut on your cutting mat and draw the unit down with the palm of your hand. Your fingers are safe and it cuts a straight line for you that was lined up from the ruler. Walmart has them for about $25. It takes a regular rotary blade. I love mine.
10-19-2011, 06:28 AM
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Originally Posted by irishrose
I am left handed, but I don't think that's the problem. I have trouble cutting a straight line with a regular ruler. The June Tailor Shape cutter with the slots has been a strip saver for me. I think my problem is that my hands are very strong and I don't hold the cutter against the ruler well enough. Shape Cutter, here I come.
10-19-2011, 06:33 AM
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Phooey on those reversible blades, or ergonomic, or pricey left handed, etc. rotary cutters.
Try the "original" OLFA cutter http://www.olfa.com/RotaryCuttersList.aspx?C=20 It is either left or right depending on which hand you use ...just turn it over so the blade is closest to the ruler edge. ( The 45mm is a good all-purpose size to begin with.)
YOU CAN DO THIS!!!!! Good luck.
Try the "original" OLFA cutter http://www.olfa.com/RotaryCuttersList.aspx?C=20 It is either left or right depending on which hand you use ...just turn it over so the blade is closest to the ruler edge. ( The 45mm is a good all-purpose size to begin with.)
YOU CAN DO THIS!!!!! Good luck.
10-19-2011, 06:43 AM
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Try a left handed rotary cutter, or the orig. Olfa can be used left or right. The blade HAS to be against the ruler to cut correctly.
Important - DO NOT use the lines on the MAT to measure. Use only the rotary ruler to measure your cuts.
Your ruler may be slipping too. Add gripper dots or strips to the bottom. There are demos online or ask your LQS to help you. Don't give up ! :)
Important - DO NOT use the lines on the MAT to measure. Use only the rotary ruler to measure your cuts.
Your ruler may be slipping too. Add gripper dots or strips to the bottom. There are demos online or ask your LQS to help you. Don't give up ! :)
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