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11-20-2011, 04:16 AM

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EmbQuilt

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The fabric can be washed or unwashed. But works best if pressed. I cut it as close to the size of the die as possible to avoid waste.

I would recommend the set to make 12" blocks and the book mix and match which provides patterns to use only those dies in that set

11-20-2011, 05:15 AM

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cminor

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Denise S

Does the accuquilt work better with unwashed or prewashed fabric, or does it not make a difference?

Is the fabric layered when you cut it? And do you have to cut the width of the fabric down from the 42-44 inches in order to use the accuquilt?

To be honest - I don't pre wash. I found that using scraps is great - but if I use yardage I cut it down to a strip just over the size of the die. My waste ended up to be tiny strings I wouldnt be able to use anywhere else. I do think it cuts down on waste. At least for me.

11-20-2011, 06:41 AM

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alikat110

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Fabulous...

11-21-2011, 08:41 PM

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stitchnnana

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Originally Posted by lizpatterson1

Nice. I keep telling myself, I can cut fabric myself, but now that you said that, I have to hint to hubby what I would like for have for Christmas. Love the stars.

The AccuQuilt Go Cutter is on sale $199.99 at Joann's Black Friday sale. It's not a doorbuster...it's on sale friday thru sunday.