Do you own a rotary cutting machine and do you like it?
#1
I saw a rotary cutting machine for the first time, today, at Joann's (I know, I live under a rock, apparently). If you own one, do you think it's a good investment? Is it hard to use? I'm terrible about cutting strips out of 45" wide fabrics, so I think this might be a good investment for me. But, if these machines are more of a pain-in-the-rear-end than they're worth, I'd just as soon not purchase one. They're not that cheap either (at $99 each). I don't know. Thoughts? Comments you'd like to share?
#3
There have not been very many good reviews on that machine here...
Here are a couple of topics where this has been discussed :wink:
http://www.quiltingboard.com/t-48548-1.htm
http://www.quiltingboard.com/t-33879-1.htm
Here are a couple of topics where this has been discussed :wink:
http://www.quiltingboard.com/t-48548-1.htm
http://www.quiltingboard.com/t-33879-1.htm
#4
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People who have gotten that rotary cutter say it is not precise enough for quilting. It would work great for making rag rugs, though.
Have you tried using a Shape Cut flexible mat for cutting strips? Most people have good results with it, and it is not very expensive. This is a flexible plastic mat with slots in it for the rotary cutter.
Have you tried using a Shape Cut flexible mat for cutting strips? Most people have good results with it, and it is not very expensive. This is a flexible plastic mat with slots in it for the rotary cutter.
#5
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I saw a large Shape Cut in JoAnn's last week for about $50. I have the smaller one and I love it. The larger one cuts in 2 1/2 inch increments all the way up to I think 20 inches. I'm going to use my coupon to get one tomorrow if they have any left. I also have a GO which is great but they don't cut the larger strips (ex. 5 inch borders etc). I don't recommend that strip cutter.
#6
I also have the June Taylor shape cut and love it. I have the smaller one.
http://store.junetailor.com/store/c-2-rulers.aspx
http://store.junetailor.com/store/c-2-rulers.aspx
#7
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I have the Simplicity Rotary Cutter and the Binding Tape Maker. I love them both. Haven't had any problems. The tape maker now makes double folded bindings, rather than just single fold.
I have read where people have a hard time adjusting the rotary cutter to cut well, as they didn't really understand the directions. (It's not hard, just turn the screw until the blade touches the plate firmly enough to cut well.) Now they have a table top for it, like the ones for sewing machines. It's a great help in keeping the strips feeding in straight. Otherwise, it is easy to feed them in crooked. Anyway, I like mine, and have no problems. It is loaned out more than it's at home, and so gets well used :) Hope this helps.
I have read where people have a hard time adjusting the rotary cutter to cut well, as they didn't really understand the directions. (It's not hard, just turn the screw until the blade touches the plate firmly enough to cut well.) Now they have a table top for it, like the ones for sewing machines. It's a great help in keeping the strips feeding in straight. Otherwise, it is easy to feed them in crooked. Anyway, I like mine, and have no problems. It is loaned out more than it's at home, and so gets well used :) Hope this helps.
#8
Originally Posted by dakotamaid
I also have the June Taylor shape cut and love it. I have the smaller one.
http://store.junetailor.com/store/c-2-rulers.aspx
http://store.junetailor.com/store/c-2-rulers.aspx
#9
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Originally Posted by dgmoby
I have the Simplicity Rotary Cutter and the Binding Tape Maker. I love them both. Haven't had any problems. The tape maker now makes double folded bindings, rather than just single fold.
I have read where people have a hard time adjusting the rotary cutter to cut well, as they didn't really understand the directions. (It's not hard, just turn the screw until the blade touches the plate firmly enough to cut well.) Now they have a table top for it, like the ones for sewing machines. It's a great help in keeping the strips feeding in straight. Otherwise, it is easy to feed them in crooked. Anyway, I like mine, and have no problems. It is loaned out more than it's at home, and so gets well used :) Hope this helps.
I have read where people have a hard time adjusting the rotary cutter to cut well, as they didn't really understand the directions. (It's not hard, just turn the screw until the blade touches the plate firmly enough to cut well.) Now they have a table top for it, like the ones for sewing machines. It's a great help in keeping the strips feeding in straight. Otherwise, it is easy to feed them in crooked. Anyway, I like mine, and have no problems. It is loaned out more than it's at home, and so gets well used :) Hope this helps.
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