But cutting specialty shapes like hexagons or circles is where the accuracy of a die-cut system can really save time and improve the accuracy of the shape. I realize that some shapes would I could probably cut faster and with less waste using a rotary cutter, ruler, and mat – which is true of any die-cutting system. Today I want to focus on the possibilities for cutting your own shapes for making quilt blocks.Ī die-cut system may not be for everyone. For more details specifically about the Cricut Rotary Blade attachment, check out this post by Melissa of the Polkadot Chair.
The Rotary Blade only works in the Cricut Maker machine (not previous versions of Cricut cutters.) For more details on the different blades that work with the Maker you can read my introductory post. (Other blades like the knife blade and the bonded fabric blade are sold separately.) The Rotary Blade and the fine point blade (for paper, vinyl, felt, etc.) are both included with the Cricut Maker. The Cricut Rotary Blade is one part of this Adaptive Tool system – meaning there are multiple different blades and pens that fit into the system. The reason this works is the unique Rotary-cutter tool that is part of the unique Adaptive Tool system The additional feature that makes this digital die-cut machine different from other digital (electronic) die-cutting systems is that it’s the only one that has the ability to cut regular fabric without having a stabilizer like Heat n Bond ironed to the back. I’m going to show you some examples below. The thing I love about the Cricut Maker is the fact that it can cut any shape at any size you want! You can custom design the pieces you need for your traditional quilt blocks and have the machine do all of the work. Most die-cut systems require “dies” that cut one specific shape and so in order to cut multiple shapes with the cutters, you need to buy multiple separate dies for every shape. I can honestly say that the Cricut Maker has become my favorite system for cutting fabric because of the infinite possibilities it can produce. I have used and reviewed multiple different fabric die-cutting systems previously. It’s true!!įirst a little background on the Cricut Maker and then more details on specific shape cutting.
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Today I want to share a little more about it’s capabilities for cutting custom quilt blocks because I think it’s one of the coolest functions of this machine.Īnd I’m going to show you how to get perfect half-square triangle blocks without having to square-up or trim all of those dog ears. I’ve shared a few posts previously about using the Cricut Maker digital die cutting machine to cut fabric, including a scalloped bunting and a quilt kit. This post is sponsored by Cricut and contains affiliate links.
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