Description
his is a GO! Qube Replacement Die for the GO! Qube Mix & Match 10" Block Set. Replacement dies for GO! Qubes are packaged in shrink wrap and are intended to replace the original die in the GO! Qube box set.
Literally thousands of quilting patterns, both traditional and modern, use rectangles. Cutting them is easy when you have the GO! Rectangle-3" x 5 1/2" (2 1/2" x 5" Finished) die. With this die from AccuQuilt, you can precisely cut rectangles that finish to 2 1/2" x 5" in a hurry. To cut the stack of rectangles you'll need for a quilt by hand or even with a rotary cutter is time-consuming and difficult on your back, hands, and arms. That's why this die is designed to use with your AccuQuilt GO! Fabric Cutter like the GO!, GO! Big, or Studio (with adapter). You can cut cleanly through several layers of fabric at once and do it 90% faster than with a rotary cutter. This eliminates the strain from bending over and stretching too far. Purchase this rectangle die individually here or look for it as part of the GO! Qube Mix & Match 10" Block.
AQ Cutting Mat Required: GO! Cutting Mat, 10 in. x 10 in. 2 Pack (25.4 cm x 25.4 cm) Item 55203
How to Die Cut 3" x 5 1/2" Rectangles:
For best cutting results, position fabric on the lengthwise grain (straight of grain) as it goes under the roller.
- Cut a 6" strip across the width of fabric. Fanfold into 6 1/2" widths. Place on selected blade and cut. Cut 12 rectangles across the width of fabric. One yard of 40" wide fabric cuts 72 rectangles.
Why Quilters Love the GO! Rectangle-3" x 5 1/2" Die:
- Rectangles are a basic building block in quilting. A simple shape that is a favorite with all quilting skill levels because they’re easy to arrange and sew. The number of ways you can use them is endless and they are included in thousands of quilting patterns.
- The GO! Rectangle-3" x 5 1/2" die is the perfect size to cut your own rectangles with your favorite fabrics or out of fabric pieces from your stash.
- GO! Rectangle-3" x 5 1/2" includes 1/4" seam allowances for easy alignment and piecing.
- Cut rectangles out of a variety of fabrics: cotton, batiks, wool, felt, flannel, fleece, Cuddle® fabrics and more!
- A great way to use up scraps.
- Free pattern downloads available to get you started.
- Layer Cake and Fat Quarter-friendly
AccuQuilt Benefits:
- Cut so much more fabric in less time.
- 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.
- Safe to use -- No blades come anywhere near your fingers
Die Tips:
- With some fabrics, after cutting, a thread or two will remain where die blades meet. Snip threads with scissors.
- Blades on some dies are positioned at an angle. Align fabric to edge of shape, not edge of die board.
- Use good quality fabric to reduce fabric stretch.
- It's always a good idea to test cut one shape before cutting many shapes to ensure fabric orientation is correct.