AccuQuilt GO! Square-5-1/2" (5" Finished)
Item #: AQ55803
Simple squares are not simple to cut perfectly unless you’re using a GO! die.
The GO! Square 5-1/2" (5" Finished) Die cuts up to 6 layers of cotton at a time.
Use these blocks together or team them up with other dies that finishes at 10" for endless creative options!
AQ Cutting Mat Required: GO! Cutting Mat, 10 in. x 10 in. (25.4 cm x 25.4 cm) [Sold separately: AQ55111]
Dimensions:
• Cut Size: 5 1/2"W x 5 1/2"H (14.0 cm x 14.0 cm)
• Finished Size: 5"W x 5"H (12.7 cm x 12.7 cm)
• Die Board Size: 10 in. x 10 in. (25.4 cm x 25.4 cm)
How to Die Cut 5-1/2" Squares:
• For best cutting results, position fabric on the lengthwise grain (straight of grain) as it goes under the roller.
• Cut 6" strips across the width of fabric. Fanfold into 6" widths. Place on selected blade and cut. Cut 6 squares across the width of the fabric. One yard of 40" wide fabric-cuts 36 squares.
Why Quilters Love the GO! 5-1/2" Square Die:
• Quilters love 5-1/2" squares because there are so many 5" and 10" block patterns available to choose from.
• The GO! Square-5-1/2" die is the perfect size to cut your own squares with your favorite fabrics or out of fabric pieces from your stash.
• GO! Square-5-1/2" includes 1/4" seam allowances for easy alignment and piecing.
• Quilt tops come together quickly and easily making GO! Square-5-1/2" a great beginner piecing shape and for making simple square quilts for charity.
• Use GO! Square-5-1/2" to cut applique background squares that are all the same size!
• GO! Square-5-1/2" is a great choice if you want to show off some of your favorite large print or focal fabrics.
• 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.
• 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
