Just because squares are the easiest quilt shape to piece doesn't mean you want to cut them all out by hand. The GO! Square die cuts perfect 3 1/2" squares every time. Ideal for beginners and experienced quilters, this 3 1/2" cut square finishes to a precise 3" square.
Product Details
AQ Cutting Mat Required: GO! Cutting Mat, 5 in. x 10 in. (12.7 cm x 25.4 cm)
How to Die Cut 3 1/2" Squares:
For best cutting results, position fabric on the lengthwise grain (straight of grain) as it goes under the roller.
- Cut 7 1/2" strips across the width of fabric. Fanfold into 4" widths. Place on selected blade and cut. Cut 20 squares across the width of fabric. One yard of 40" wide fabric cuts 80 squares.
Why Quilters Love the GO! 3 1/2" Square Die:
- Quilters love 3 1/2" squares because there are thousands of 6", 9" and 12" block patterns available to choose from.
- The GO! Square-3 1/2" die is the perfect size to cut your own squares with your favorite fabrics or out of fabric pieces from your stash.
- GO! Square-3 1/2" includes two squares on the die which means you can cut (12) 3 1/2" squares in one pass!
- GO! Square-3 1/2" includes 1/4" seam allowances for easy alignment and piecing.
- Quilt tops come together quickly and easily making GO! Square-3 1/2" a great beginner piecing shape.
- Use GO! Square-3 1/2" to cut and sew 4-patch or 9-patch blocks. It’s also a great choice if you want to frame your quilt with a checkered border.
- Cut squares 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.
Machine Compatibility
- Compatible with GO!
- Compatible with GO! Big
- Compatible with GO! Me
- Compatible with Studio
Required Cutting Mat
GO! Cutting Mat, 5 in. x 10 in. (12.7 cm x 25.4 cm)
Related Patterns
- GO! Triangles In A Square to GO! Quilt Pattern
- GO! Table Topper Pattern
- GO! Rectangles to Go! Quilt Pattern
- GO! Squares & 4-Patches to GO!
- GO! Drunkard's Path Pattern
- GO! 5 & 6 Point Stars Pattern
