If you've ever spent an afternoon hunched over a cutting mat with a rotary cutter and ruler, you'll know how time-consuming - and tiring - accurate fabric cutting can be. The AccuQuilt system was designed to change that. By replacing slow, imprecise hand cutting with a simple rolling action through precision steel dies, it delivers perfectly accurate shapes in a fraction of the time, with far less physical effort.
As the UK Exclusive Supplier for AccuQuilt, Quilt Direct offers the complete range, backed by expert advice from our in-house team and specialist tutors.
Why Buy an AccuQuilt Cutter?
The reasons for investing in an AccuQuilt machine are as varied as the quilters who use them. For many, it's the speed and accuracy that first attracts them. For others, like our in-house tutor Karen, it's the ease of cutting that makes all the difference - particularly for those with arthritic hands or limited grip strength. Whatever your reason, the precision and consistency of the AccuQuilt system are benefits that every quilter can enjoy.
In addition to a choice of cutting machines, there is a huge selection of dies to choose from.
What Types of Dies Are Available?
- Piecing Dies - strips, triangles, squares, hexagons and more
- Appliqué Dies - a huge selection of decorative shapes including animals, flowers, seasonal designs and much more
- Qubes and Sets - coordinated shapes that work together in a variety of sizes, ideal for traditional patchwork
- Project Blanks - dies for items such as luggage tags, bucket hats, wallets and tree skirts
What Accessories Are Available?
- Mats - You will need a mat for your dies. The size required is indicated on the website and on the die packaging. You will not need a separate mat for every die.
- Storage - Specially designed storage boxes, racks and totes to keep your dies organised.
- Books - Several books are available on how to get the most from your dies.
- Miscellaneous - Die picks, rotary cutting mats, rulers, AccuQuilt fabrics, rotary cutters and die catchers.
Is the AccuQuilt System Wasteful?
Far from it - and the key is sub-cutting. Rather than placing a large piece of fabric on the die, you cut it down to roughly the size of the die first. For example, if you're using die 55063 (half square triangle, 2" finished), the cutting area is 6½" x 7½", so you'd sub-cut your fabric to approximately 7" x 8". Running four layers through the AccuQuilt gives you 48 perfectly cut triangles with minimal waste - a significant improvement over the traditional square-on-rectangle method.
Which Fabric Cutter Would Be Most Suitable for You?
To decide which cutter would suit you best, please call us on 01822 810877 - Katherine or any of the team will be happy to guide you through the different machines and help you make an informed decision. If you're nearby or passing through on holiday, do call to arrange a demonstration. You can also find us at the Festival of Quilts at the NEC each year in July and August.
You may also find our AccuQuilt cutter comparison guide helpful, which covers the differences between the GO! Me, GO!, GO! Bolt and GO! Big in detail.
What Is the Range of Machines and Their Differences?
There are four machines available to suit different needs and budgets. See the comparison chart below.
AccuQuilt-Related Events
At our studio, we run many courses where the AccuQuilt system is used to its full potential. A great way to see the machines in action before you buy.
Help and Advice
Should you need any help or advice, the team at Quilt Direct is always happy to assist during office hours. You may also find it helpful to watch the video below, which covers many of the points above.
Warranty
AccuQuilt GO! Dies are guaranteed for one year from the date of purchase. Please note that warranty coverage may be refused if the product is damaged through the use of an unauthorised part.
Written by Karen Purdew, specialist in patchwork and quilting techniques, in-house tutor and AccuQuilt Ambassador at Quilt Direct.