So I guess those rotary blades ARE sharp afterall!!
12-04-2012, 06:47 AM
#41
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Originally Posted by kimv44
The finger feels a bit better today.. I changed the bandage when I got out of the shower this morning and scared myself at how bad of a cut this is.. I'm getting a glove and a ruler guard for sure.. luckily no stitches needed, but this could have been much worse... not to mention that I get very weak in the knees and had my husband not been within ear shot and could slide a chair under me and open a window for fresh air I probably would have passed out..
I don't see the Klutz gloves from Fons and Porter in XSmall but the Victorinox seem to come in that size so I'll start with those..
Thanks ladies!
I don't see the Klutz gloves from Fons and Porter in XSmall but the Victorinox seem to come in that size so I'll start with those..
Thanks ladies!
12-04-2012, 07:01 AM
#44
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I had the same thing happen to me. I was carefully cutting material and the rotary cutter jumped the ruler and cut my left index finger badly. This happened over 6 months ago and that area is still tender so I was glad to see the different choices that some have mentioned so that I can protect my hand. I probably should have had stitches but didn't - just superglued it together and wrapped it and waited for it to heal.
12-04-2012, 08:15 AM
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Thank you to everyone for all the information, this board is wonderful - I have been cutting alot of 3" squares and just know my number is coming up - time to invest in gloves or similar gadget (ohh I love gadgets!).
12-04-2012, 08:28 AM
#47
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If I were you, I would have knocked on wood when I wrote "I am very careful when I use my rotary cutters." Right after I wrote that I didn't see how anyone could cut herself/himself on a rotary cutter, I did--not once, but twice in the same day.
I know several wood carvers and they all use gloves. I don't know how the gloves your husband is thinking of fit, but it certainly never hurts to have an extra ounce of prevention. And our family is giving practical this year, also. Merry Christmas. froggyintexas
I know several wood carvers and they all use gloves. I don't know how the gloves your husband is thinking of fit, but it certainly never hurts to have an extra ounce of prevention. And our family is giving practical this year, also. Merry Christmas. froggyintexas
Originally Posted by quilttiger
I don't use those gloves and I am very careful when I use my rotary cutters. Fons and Porter use those gloves on their quilting series, though. Those shows are on PBS and you would need to check your TV listings for the days and times of their shows. Then you can see how they wear and use the gloves.
12-04-2012, 08:37 AM
#48
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Originally Posted by BellaBoo
I always use a safety tool when using my rotary cutter. I have them all from the stick on plastic guard to Gypsy Grippers to Rule Steady and the Klutz glove. This is the one I use the most: http://quiltersslidelock.com/ and I have both sizes.
Many will say it cost too much but what is it worth to not have a bad cut right now?
I use a cut resistant glove when I go to classes/sewdays. I bought this one: Victorinox Cutlery Performance Shield Cut Resistant Glove, Extra Small at Amazon.
I learned my lesson when I got my first cut. It scared me thinking how bad it could have been so I now use safety tools and will buy any new ones that come on the market.
One ER visit cost will buy a lot of fabric!
Many will say it cost too much but what is it worth to not have a bad cut right now?
I use a cut resistant glove when I go to classes/sewdays. I bought this one: Victorinox Cutlery Performance Shield Cut Resistant Glove, Extra Small at Amazon.
I learned my lesson when I got my first cut. It scared me thinking how bad it could have been so I now use safety tools and will buy any new ones that come on the market.
One ER visit cost will buy a lot of fabric!
12-04-2012, 09:36 AM
#49
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I have the Klutz glove and, I'm sorry to say, I don't use it very often. I know I should, but I have small hands and it seems clumsy to me. After reading about yet another rotary cutting accident, I'm going to get it out and use it. I can live with clumsy as long as I have all my fingers.
You mentioned keeping your hand lower than your heart. I think you are supposed to elevate the injured hand above your heart. When you hold it lower than your heart, all the blood rushes to that part and it throbs. Try elevating your hand and keeping ice on it for 20 minutes and then 20 minutes without ice. Feel better soon.
You mentioned keeping your hand lower than your heart. I think you are supposed to elevate the injured hand above your heart. When you hold it lower than your heart, all the blood rushes to that part and it throbs. Try elevating your hand and keeping ice on it for 20 minutes and then 20 minutes without ice. Feel better soon.
12-04-2012, 10:37 AM
#50
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I am so sorry about your accident. Your experience will serve as a reminder to us to be extra careful. About six months ago I was simply moving my cutter from one side of my cutting board to the other and accidentally sliced across the top of my hand. Very shallow cut fortunately, but I have been so super careful ever since. Heal quickly!!!!
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