GO! Tumbler - 3 1/2" (3" Finished)

GO! Tumbler - 3 1/2" (3" Finished) by Accuquilt

We've given the traditional tumbler shape an upgrade with specially designed corners that make piecing a breeze. Ideal for scrappy quilts, the GO! Tumbler die cuts these pieces perfectly, every time and even goes through multiple fabric layers like a hot knife through butter.

Cut Size: 2"W (top) x 3 1/2"W (bottom) x 3 1/2"H (5.1 cm x 8.9 cm x 8.9 cm)

Finished Size: 3" (7.6 cm)

Die Board Size: 6 in. x 12 in. (15.2 cm x 30.4 cm)

How to Die Cut Tumbler Shapes:

For best cutting results, position fabric on the lengthwise grain (straight of grain) as it goes under the roller.

• To Fanfold Fabric: Cut 11" strips across the width of fabric. Fanfold into 4" widths. Place on selected blade and cut. Cut 30 tumblers across the width of fabric. One yard of 40" wide fabric cuts 90 tumblers.
• To Use Scraps: Place scraps or 5" precut squares over tumbler blade areas.

Why Quilters Love the GO! Tumbler Die:

• Tumbler quilts have long been a part of the quilting tradition. AccuQuilt has updated the classic tumbler shape with specially designed corners that make the shapes align perfectly without dog ears to trim. Sewing is quick and easy!
• No templates! No special rulers! The GO! Tumbler die includes a unique shape that can be a challenge to cut by hand.
• GO! Tumbler-3 1/2" is a great beginner piecing shape. Tumblers are easy to make and can create interesting quilt designs depending on how the tumblers are laid out.
• It’s easy to change the size of a tumbler quilt by adding more tumbler shapes to the length or width.
• Tumblers are not just for piecing. They also can be used for applique as a flowerpot or vase! Just add your favorite GO! applique flowers.
• Cut tumbler shapes out of a variety of fabrics: cotton, batiks, wool, felt, flannel, fleece, Cuddle® fabrics and more!
• A great way to use up scraps.
• Free pattern downloads available to get you started.
• Charm Pack-friendly.

Features and Benefits:

• Cut so much more in less time—Cut up to 6 layers of 100% cotton fabric at once
• Easiest to use—Simply place die on cutter, then fabric and cutting mat on top
• Get accurate cuts every time—No slipping rulers or mistakes
• Create quilts you never thought you would—AccuQuilt makes cutting curvy classic quilt patterns a snap
• 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
• No more math—Geometric shapes are designed with an accurate 1/4" seam allowance in the design
• Quilt more, clip less—No more clipping all those dog-eared corners
• Quick and easy applique—Apply fusible web to fabric prior to cutting

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

Care & Maintenance: Use adhesive roller to clean lint and thread from dies. After each use, with the die pick provided with the cutter, remove any threads imbedded between blades and foam. It's normal for threads to get caught where blades meet in a die. Remove with tweezers or die pick. Die blades never need to be sharpened.

Die Tips:

• With some fabrics, after cutting, a thread or two will remain where die blades meet. Snip threads with scissors.
• Use cutting mats 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.

Warranty: AccuQuilt GO! dies are guaranteed for one year.