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misseva 04-04-2012 10:03 AM


Originally Posted by Krystyna (Post 5116079)
Mats or the dies?

Mats and they are not expensive.

Moedeenie 04-04-2012 11:18 AM


Originally Posted by Krystyna (Post 5116079)
Mats or the dies?

Hi Krystyna, I have been using my GO for over a month now for a row quilt I am making with several quilty friends...I have run my mat through at least 100 times on this project and it still works great! I read that to extend the mat life it is best to flip the mat over and from end to end between uses which is what I have been doing... mine seems to self heal. I picked up replacement mats on sale buy have not had to use them. On the mat size issue you inquired of...I would suggest picking up a 6 X 12 (which I use with the 6X12 and 5X10 dies), and a 10 X 10 if that is required for the 6" square. I absolutely love my Accuquilt GO and plan to use it for my April Doll Quilt!!!

BellaBoo 04-04-2012 12:04 PM

the mats are not expensive and they last longer if you move them just a smidge with every cut so the die blade won't be cutting in the same spot over and over. I've used my strip die for five years and it's still as sharp as it was new. I buy the mats when I find a sale. I keep a good supply of them on hand.

patski 04-04-2012 12:32 PM

I love mine, got it on ebay new for $160 get the dies the same way! I use mine all the time, no more wrist pain when cutting strips

Krystyna 04-04-2012 01:00 PM

Well, here's what I bought. The Go cutter, which comes with some stuff, although not much, the 10x10 mat, 6 1/2" triangle, 6 1/2" tumbler and the hexagon set. That ought to hold me for a while! I can't wait!!!

charity-crafter 04-05-2012 05:17 AM

Check out Ebony Love of LoveBugStudios on youtube. http://www.youtube.com/user/LoveBugS...?feature=watch
She has some wondeful tutorials on how to mark your dies and cut your fabric to get the least amount of waste.

jcrow 04-05-2012 05:19 AM

I really want to buy a used one. Anyone interested in selling theirs?

Krystyna 04-05-2012 05:44 AM


Originally Posted by jcrow (Post 5117967)
I really want to buy a used one. Anyone interested in selling theirs?

I'll let you know after my new one arrives! LOL! But somehow I think I'm going to love it and keep it.

Candela59 04-05-2012 07:54 AM


Originally Posted by Krystyna (Post 5116402)
Well, here's what I bought. The Go cutter, which comes with some stuff, although not much, the 10x10 mat, 6 1/2" triangle, 6 1/2" tumbler and the hexagon set. That ought to hold me for a while! I can't wait!!!

I want one!!!! Congrats! Please post and let us know how you like it. Where did you purchase yours and if I can super nosey how much did you spend? LOL!

I'm thinking it is the way I'm going to have to go. My right arm is much better than the left. I know I could turn a handle with my right but I can't even get the toothpaste on my brush or button my coat anymore with the left.

Krystyna 04-05-2012 08:08 AM

Candela, I bought it through SewforLess for $199 and free shipping.


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