Extra Large Cutting Mat
10-23-2011, 06:31 AM
#71
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Originally Posted by valsma
I think in the next few weeks I will have to replace th larger mat I use in my sewing room. I just bought a smaller one that is easy to take with in my quilt tote. I'm having the same problem, dulling blades quickly and I do think my cutting mat is part of the problem.
So what do you do with an old used cutting mat?
So what do you do with an old used cutting mat?
10-23-2011, 08:19 AM
#72
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Location: Wisconsin
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I asked why my cutting board didn`t last as long as it should have, and the store owner told me,it could be that I don`t hold my cutter perfectly straight up & down. I knew that was it. Bought a new board (sticker shock there) and will be more careful from now on.
10-24-2011, 01:23 PM
#73
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Location: South Carolina
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turn the mat over and use the other side!! you paid for both sides. I just found a large (as my finger tip) hunk missisng from mine. I think from cutting in the same area too much. so, I turned it over. I dont use the lines that much anyway. I will be looking out for a Joanns sale to replace it with also. In the mean time I can still use the backside.
10-28-2011, 07:20 AM
#75
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I have an older white cutting mat which was sold as 'pinable'. I also have a mat 'smoother' which I use regularly especially when I am working with fleece as you can see the fleece sticking in the cut line. So far (20yrs) my blades last very well.
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