Description
Every quilter loves a five-pointed star quilt, probably because they can appreciate the hard work that went into cutting that shape accurately. The AccuQuilt GO! Star die cut makes it easy! This die cuts three sizes of stars so fast and effortlessly, you'll be making flag stars, patriotic quilts and holiday projects in no time. You'll be a star quilter, so to speak.
AQ Cutting Mat Required:Â GO! Cutting Mat, 5 in. x 10 in. 2 Pack (12.7 cm x 25.4 cm) Item 255110
How to Die Cut Star Shapes:
Apply fusible web product to the wrong side of the fabric, following manufacturer’s instructions, before cutting for fusible appliqué. Â
- 2" Star:Â Cut 2 1/2" squares. Cut 16 stars across the width of fabric. One yard of 40" wide fabric cuts 224 stars.Â
- 3" Star:Â Cut 3 1/2" squares. Cut 11 stars across the width of fabric. One yard of 40" wide fabric cuts 110 stars.Â
- 4" Star:Â Cut 4 1/2" squares. Cut 8 stars across the width of fabric. One yard of 40" wide fabric cuts 64 stars.Â
Why Quilters Love the GO! Stars Die:Â
- Every quilter loves a five-pointed star quilt, probably because they can appreciate the hard work that went into cutting that shape accurately. This die cuts stars so fast and effortlessly, you’ll be making flag stars, patriotic quilts and holiday projects in no time.Â
- No templates required. The GO! Stars die includes three star sizes that are typically difficult to cut by hand.Â
- Great value! Get multiple star sizes for the price of one GO! Stars die.Â
- Quickly and easily cut four of each pre-fused applique shape in one pass thru the cutter (fusible counts as one half layer of fabric).Â
- Cut stars out of a variety of fabrics: cotton, batiks, wool, felt, flannel, fleece, Cuddle® fabrics and more!Â
- A great way to use up scraps.Â
- Free pattern downloads available to get you started.Â
- Charm Pack-friendly.
AccuQuilt Benefits:Â
- Cut so much more fabric in less time.Â
- Get accurate cuts every time -- No slipping rulers or mistakes
- Easiest to use -- Simply place die on cutter, then fabric and cutting mat on top
- Save fabric with Two Tone Foam -- Get more out of your fabric by placing it only over the shape you want to cut.Â
- Safe to use -- No blades come anywhere near your fingers
Die Tips:Â
- With some fabrics, after cutting, a thread or two will remain where die blades meet. Snip threads with scissors.Â
- Blades on some dies are positioned at an angle. Align fabric to edge of shape, not edge of die board.Â
- Use good quality fabric to reduce fabric stretch.Â
- It's always a good idea to test cut one shape before cutting many shapes to ensure fabric orientation is correct.Â