DescriptionAQ Cutting Mat Required: GO! Cutting Mat, 6″ x 12″ (15.2 cm x 30.4 cm)How to Die Cut 1 1/2″ Strips1 1/2″ StripsCut 5″ wide strips across the width of the fabric to cut three 1 1/2″ strips. Fold into 10″ lengths. Position fabric on the die so the fold is perpendicular to the cutting blades and rolls through the cutter first. One metre of 40″ wide fabric cuts 21 strips.1 1/2″ SquaresStart with a 1 1/2″ strip, aligning it across the die board with the 90° guide line. Fanfold into 5″ widths. Cut twenty-four 1 1/2″ squares across the width of the fabric. One metre of 40″ wide fabric cuts 504 squares.45° Diamond – 2 1/8″ Cut Side EdgeStart with a 1 1/2″ strip, aligning it across the die board to the right side of the 45° guide line.30° Diamond – 3″ Cut Side EdgeStart with a 1 1/2″ strip, aligning it across the die board to the left side of the 30° guide line.Note: You can cut two full 30° diamonds using the top and middle two blades only.60° Diamond – 1 3/4″ Cut Side EdgeStart with a 1 1/2″ strip, aligning it across the die board to the right side of the 60° guide line.Why Quilters Love the GO! 1 1/2″ Small Strip Cutter DieThe GO! Small Strip Cutter 1 1/2″ (1″ Finished) die is perfect for both large and small quilting projects, especially when working with smaller pieces of fabric or scraps.Unlike larger versions, this die features a compact design with three strips across a 6″ x 12″ die board, making it ideal for smaller cutting jobs and compatible with any GO! cutter.Its compact size makes it easy to pack and carry, making it a great travel companion for quilting adventures.GO! Small Strip Cutter – 1 1/2″ includes ¼” seam allowances for easy alignment and piecing.Cut perfect 1 1/2″ strips, then use the angled guide lines to cut squares and diamonds.Die blades are 11″ long and open at both ends, allowing folded fabric to be cut — up to six layers at a time — or making it easy to cut six layers of scrap fabric.Cut strips from a variety of fabrics including cotton, batiks, flannel, fleece, Cuddle® fabrics and more.Free pattern downloads are available to help you get started.AccuQuilt BenefitsCut much more fabric in less time.Get accurate cuts every time — no slipping rulers or cutting mistakes.Easy to use — simply place the die on the cutter, then place the fabric and cutting mat on top.Save fabric with Two Tone Foam — place fabric only over the shape you want to cut to reduce waste.Safe to use — blades stay well away from your fingers.Die TipsWith some fabrics, one or two threads may remain where the die blades meet after cutting. Simply snip the threads with scissors.Blades on some dies are positioned at an angle. Align fabric to the edge of the shape, not the edge of the die board.Use good quality fabric to reduce stretching.It’s always a good idea to test cut one shape before cutting multiple shapes to ensure the fabric orientation is correct.
