FAQ - Dies

Which dies do I use with the patterns you offer?
See the product page for each pattern to see the list of which AccuQuilt dies are used. Buy patterns

How many layers of fabric can I cut at one time?
On the Studio Fabric Cutter, you can cut up to 10 layers of 100% cotton fabric at one time. On the GO! Fabric Cutter, you can cut up to six layers. The number of layers you are able to cut with other types of fabrics depends on the thickness and density of the fabric plus the intricacy of the die design. We recommend trying some test cuts to determine how many layers work best with each type of fabric and die combination.

Can I use the dies to create more than one project?
Absolutely! We offer patterns and project ideas to help you see how you can combine dies into different looks. These represent only some of the ways you can combine the dies and will help inspire you to create even more beautiful designs. Our free downloadable patterns are a great place to start. You can find them on many die product pages and project idea pages.

Can I use the steel-rule dies from the system we have at school on your cutter or your dies on it?
The Studio Fabric Cutter is designed to cut fabric. You may be able to use other dies with our system, but we can’t guarantee the results that you will get. GO! dies are exclusive to and only fit the GO! Fabric Cutter. They are not interchangeable with the Studio Fabric Cutter or any other cutter.

Can we cut other materials such as paper with the dies?
You can cut other materials such as fusible web and small amounts of paper with our dies. We recommend keeping this practice to a minimum and that you treat your Studio and GO! fabric dies like you would your fabric cutting scissors.

How often do the blades need to be sharpened?
You do not need to sharpen the blades. Our dies have a one-year warranty on defects in materials or workmanship. They will give you many years of service if you maintain them by keeping them clean--using a lint roller to remove threads from the foam and a die pick to remove threads from between the blades. If it seems the die is not cutting well on either cutter, we recommend first checking if the plastic or tray needs replacement on the Studio Fabric Cutter or the mat needs replacement on the GO! Fabric Cutter.

How should I store my dies?
AccuQuilt offers a line of storage solutions for the Studio and GO! dies, including wire die storage racks, storage cases and a fabric cutter tote for GO! dies. Dies can also be stored on end like books. We do not recommend stacking them on top of each other. See the GO! Die Storage Rack, GO! Fabric Cutter Tote and Studio die storage options.

Why are the shapes on the dies angled?
For ease of cutting, the shapes on the dies are angled slightly to keep the blades from running parallel through the roller. Think of it as a speed bump—you angle your car over the bump rather than meeting it
head on.

Do I line my fabric to the die board or the blade?
Line your fabric so it just covers the blades. You do not need to cover the whole die board--you only need to cover the shape(s) you want on the die. If the blades on the dies are at an angle it is best to angle your fabric to just cover the blades. This will ensure the fabric grain is aligned with the shapes’ edges.

How do I keep my dies clean?
Use a lint roller to remove threads from the foam and the die pick that comes with the cutter to remove threads from between the blades. If it seems the die is not cutting well on either cutter, we recommend first checking if the plastic or tray needs replacement on the Studio Fabric Cutter or if the mat needs replacement on the GO! Fabric Cutter.