Cutting & Measuring

Good cutting tools make an enormous difference in quilting. Accurate measurements, clean cuts, and comfortable equipment can make the difference between enjoying the process and spending an afternoon wondering why none of your points line up.

These are the cutting and measuring tools I use, along with recommendations and resources I've found helpful. I'll explain what I like, what I've learned, and where you can find them.

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It’s obvious I have them all (see photo), the coral Olfa 45mm and the Blue Missouri Star are my go to’s, but I have to say - just like the scissors, the Missouri Star cutting tools are my FAVORITE!

Olfa 45mm ergonomic (FQS)

Olfa 45mm (FQS)

OLFA 45mm Ergonomic Rotary Cutter (Amazon)

Fiskars 45mm Rotary Blades (5 Pack) - Rotary Cutter Blade Replacement (Amazon)

Fiskars 45mm Rotary Cutter (Amazon)

Rotary Cutters and Blades

Creative Grids 24×36 cutting mat (FQS)

Kimberly Cuts 12.5 inch square rotating cutting mat (FQS)

Cutting Mat 24×36 (Amazon)

No need to explain, mats are a MUST - 24×36 is my most used.

Cutting Mats

Scissors and Snips

Gingher Spring Action 8-in (Amazon) These are AMAZING!

But…for whatever reason, I always grab the blue handled ones from Missouri Star Quilt Co, they are by FAR my absolute favorites. (I do not have any affiliation with them).

Cute Cuts Trim it rulers (FQS)

Creative Grids Ultimate Flying Geese ruler (FQS)

Creative Grids 6.5×24.5 quilting ruler (FQS)

Add A Quarter Ruler (FQS)

Quilting Ruler 6×24 (Amazon)

Riley Blake Designs Lori Holt Trim It Ruler 14.5" Square (Amazon)

Riley Blake Designs - Cute Cut Ruler by Lori Holt - Rectangular Ruler Pack - Set of 5 Rulers (Amazon)

They all have a purpose, they all get used, it all depends on the project. Wouldn’t be able to live without the Creative Grids 6.5×24.5 tho.

Rulers and Measuring Guides