55160 - AccuQuilt GO! Rectangle - 4 1/2" x 8 1/2" (4" x 8" Finished)

Sometimes it's those big rectangles that are hard to get perfect. When you want crisp corners and absolutely straight sides in a New York minute, use the GO! Rectangle-4 1/2" x 8 1/2" die to cut these large rectangles perfectly, every time and through several layers of fabric. You simply need a 10" x 10" mat, your AccuQuilt GO! or GO! Big Fabric Cutter and that gorgeous fabric you've been eyeing.

Storage:Organize GO! dies with AccuQuilt GO! Die Storage Rack (55115).

Die Tips:

• Cut up to 6 layers of cotton fabric at a time. For thicker fabrics, start with fewer layers and build up.
• With some fabrics, after cutting, a thread or two will remain where die blades meet. Snip threads with scissors.
• Use cutting plastic that matches size of each die.
• For best results, cut with die blades running under roller at an angle. Do not cut with blades parallel to roller.
• Blades on some dies are positioned at an angle. Align fabric to edge of shape, not edge of die board.
• Some dies feature specially designed corners to aid in alignment and pre-cutting.
• For fast applique, apply fusible web to fabrics, then cut shapes with dies.
• 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.