Fiskars Fabric Circle Cutter, Units

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Now that you’ve learned how to make small cuts, it’s time to focus on taking your time when cutting a circle in fabric. This is a crucial step in ensuring that your circle is neat and accurate, which is especially important if you’re using it for a pattern or design. To achieve precise circles in your fabric, you can utilize a template that will guide your cutting process. Making a template is easy and can be done using materials that are readily available in your home. Here’s how:

However, there are three current home-use AccuQuilt cutters to consider: the Go! Me (or Baby), Go!, and Go! Big Electric. (The Studio 2 is a professional fabric cutting machine.) In addition to the machine itself, you need to consider the cost of supplies needed to get started.For instance, the AccuQuilt and Sizzix machines require dies for every fabric-cutting project! Gather all the materials you’ll need: cardboard or plastic sheet, compass, ruler, pencil, and scissors. Sharp scissors are essential for achieving clean and precise edges on your material when working on a project. Dull scissors can cause fraying and uneven cuts, which can ruin the final outcome of your project.

With these simple steps, you can easily cut a circle in fabric without any hassle. Finishing Touches Dies are expensive if you like significant variety for quilting projects. (I recommend at least one Qube!)

The Sizzix Big Shot Pro is a more commercial or industrial fabric cutting machine with a 13″ opening. The Sizzix Big Shot Plus cuts up to 9″ in width, which is a big deal if you want to cut 8 1/2″ x 11″ papers. (Compare this to the AccuQuilt Go!, which has the 10″ cutting width.) The Big Shot Plus has an electric and manual version. If you accidentally cut too much, don’t worry! You can always trim a little more, but you can’t undo a cut that’s too short. Furthermore, most applique dies come with free machine embroidery designs. (Learn how to use AccuQuilt embroidery designs!)When measuring and marking your fabric, it’s important to use straight lines and precise measurements to ensure accuracy in your project. One way to do this is by using a ruler or tape measure to mark the circumference of your circle. First, determine the diameter of your circle by measuring from one side to the other. Then, divide that measurement by two to get the radius. Use the radius to measure out the circumference of your circle along the edge of your fabric, making small marks at regular intervals. Before taking your fabric to the sewing machine, make sure to add seam allowance to the edges of your freshly pressed circle, ensuring that your final product will have the necessary room for stitching and finishing. Seam allowance is the extra fabric that you leave around the edges of your circle to allow for the seams to be sewn. Without it, your circle will be too small and tight, making it difficult to stitch and finish. Move the compass around the center point in a complete circle, using a slight amount of pressure to make sure the fabric is cut cleanly. Once you’ve gone all the way around, simply lift the fabric and your perfectly round circle will be ready to use! Measuring and Marking

One downfall of manual die cutters is they can be challenging for quilters with arthritis, shoulder problems, or other related conditions to use. Remember to group complete sentences on their own lines, with a double new line after. Using a Template Overall, I prefer the Cricut Maker, though, to their line of cutting machines. (I have the Brother SDX330D, the top-of-the-line version, which came with my Luminaire embroidery machine.) Remember, taking your time and using the right techniques will result in a more professional-looking finished product. Keeping the Fabric Taut After cutting the circle, remove any pins or weights and unfold the fabric. You should have a perfect circle that can be used for various sewing projects. Remember to always use sharp scissors or a rotary cutter for a clean and precise cut.To neaten up the edges of your circle, simply trim them with a pair of sharp fabric scissors. Make sure to cut slowly and carefully, following the curve of the circle to ensure a smooth, even edge. Now that you’ve got your fabric ready, it’s time to mark your circle. There are a few methods you can use to do this. You can use a template, a compass, or measure and mark by hand. Once you’ve gathered all the necessary tools, you can start cutting your circle. Place the round object on the fabric and trace around it with the fabric marker. Make sure the object is centered on the fabric and that the circle is the size you want it to be. You can use a ruler to measure the diameter of the circle if you want it to be precise. Next, decide on the size of the circle you want to cut. Measure and mark the center point of the circle on your fabric using a fabric marker or chalk. To make sure the circle is symmetrical, use a compass or a round object as a guide to draw a perfect circle. All you do is place fabric on top of a die and top it with a cutting mat. Then, add any necessary cutting pads or platforms and roll the combination through the machine. Pressure is applied as the die passes through, which slices the fabric.