Originally Posted by sobaboo
Can anyone tell me what I am doing wrong? I can cut using my Gingher scissors However when it comes to using a Rotary Cutter, I am scared to death that I am going to cut myself. When using the rotary cutter it skips and leaves places uncut (Single or double thickness). What am I doing wrong? I am getting ready to start a quilt and the rotary cutting would be a time saver and to say the least I am getting frustrated with the cutter and about to cut all strips with my scissors and have a hand soaking party.
If you are afraid of cutting yourself, try using the Gypsy Gripper. They have 3 sizes that I know of - regular, medium and mini.
Definitely sounds like a chipped blade. Sometimes it's so small you can hardly see it. Hope this helps.