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virtualbernie 10-15-2010 04:59 PM
Originally Posted by stitchinbee
great, thanks for the info. funny thing is i thought my folds were straight, but i guess that is what i get for thinking. lol so, i suppose my next question would be "how do i ensure the folds are straight". i spend the extra time to sooth, sooth, and resooth the layers and folds out. what is the trick? :)
You just have to make sure the fold on top and the fold underneath are together and straight. You also have to make sure your ruler is straight also. I'll look and see if I can find a tutorial on avoiding the dips.

This article shows how to make sure your folds are lined up correctly: http://www.how-to-quilt.com/articles...straight.shtml

grammyp 10-15-2010 05:01 PM
I have both, but prefer the 45. I just seem to be able to control it better. May be all in my mind.

littlehud 10-15-2010 05:12 PM
I started with the 45 and it is still my favorites.

Chele 10-15-2010 05:20 PM
Dips? The elbows at the fold? You have to get those selvage edges lined up to avoid elbows.

If it's in your budget, invest in both the 45mm and 60mm rotary cutters. You'll use the 45mm for cutting, trimming, squaring up, etc. The blades are less expensive and easier to find. Change those blades often. Dull blades make for grumpy quilters.

The 60mm would be great for multiple layers, trimming quilt sandwiches, and more. If you can only invest in one cutter, get the 45mm and buy lots of spare blades.

I'm currently testing out the Martelli cutter and it's been great so far. Less wear and tear on my wrist.

nativetexan 10-15-2010 05:46 PM
I've been quilting 20 yrs and never used the 60mm. and hardly used the smaller one 10mm i think it is. i use that to rip out stitches when necessary. mostly use the 45mm one for everything.

dgsmom 10-15-2010 05:58 PM
Originally Posted by stitchinbee
I was actually hoping that the 60mm might eliminate the little dips in the fold of the fabric when cutting more than 1 layer at a time. I will not use anything that does not have straight sides, therefore I end up with more fabric waste than I want.
i had the same problem (sew in a motorhome w/no slides) when i ask the lady at lqs and she said to make sure and put pressure where the fold is and it will help. so far it has helped with my cuts.

Mariposa 10-15-2010 06:00 PM
I use a 45mm one, and love it! I feel I have better control, and can cut at least 8 layers of fabrics no problem. An added plus is that you can buy blades at Harbor Freight at a very decent price!!

Sadiemae 10-15-2010 06:03 PM
I prefer the 60mm, but I have several sizes.

featherweight 10-15-2010 06:34 PM
Originally Posted by mmonohon
I use the 60mm. It seems to be easier on my hand and wrist.
I prefer the 60mm also for the same reason.

Dingle 10-15-2010 06:53 PM
Originally Posted by stitchinbee
great, thanks for the info. funny thing is i thought my folds were straight, but i guess that is what i get for thinking. lol so, i suppose my next question would be "how do i ensure the folds are straight". i spend the extra time to sooth, sooth, and resooth the layers and folds out. what is the trick? :)
I use to have that problem. I solved it by buying a bigger cutting mat so I only have 1 fold. It may take me longer to get everything cut, but at least there is no more waste. I still use the 60mm cutter. That is what I started with and still use even though I'm only cutting 2 layers.


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