How to use a Rotary-whatsy?!



A Rotary cutter can be your best friend for at-home sewing. Cutting with a rotary cutter is not just for quilters! It is FAST, ACCURATE, AND NO PINS NEEDED!

1. Use the largest self-healing mat that you can accommodate.
2. Lay your fabric down flat and stabilize your pattern pieces with a fabric weight.
3. With your hand behind the blade, use a smooth motion away from you.

The rotary cutter will CUT your CUTTING time in HALF!

Rotary Cutters available @ Fabrique:

28mm Rotary Cutter (RTY - 1/G) $18.00

(28mm Rotary Cutter is perfect for small-scale projects, miniatures and tight corners. This cutter features a durable handle with a blade cover for safety. The cutter is a rolling razor blade used to cut fabrics into shapes, strips and pieces for sewing, quilting and craft projects. Sharp and durable blade. For right- and left-handed use.)

45 mm Stick Rotary Cutter $18.00

(Basic, comfortable handle design works for both right and left-handed users. The most common size for general rotary projects.)

45mm Deluxe Ergonomic Rotary Cutter (RTY-2/DX) $28.00

(A rolling razor blade that cuts fabrics or paper into shapes, strips and pieces for sewing, quilting and craft projects. Comfortable ergonomic handle and a dual-action safety lock. For right- and left-handers.)

Rotary Cutter 45mm Pressure Sensitive by Omnigrid $20.00

(This one will cut fabric, paper, leather, vinyl, matboard and even foamcore in any direction..)

Depression era designs are inspirational for the fashion trends today!

The great depression that preceded World War II is ultimately known for the world wide economic downturn. That same depression era was also called the "Stylish Thirties." Many great designers would flourish during this time. Two of the more popular designers were Madeline Vionnet who was known for the "cross cut bias method" and Elsa Schiaparelli who invented the zipper.

Womens clothing of this era was very sleek and feminine. Figures were shown, even accentuated. Accessories such as small plate shaped hats were commonly used. The evening boasted glamorous garments which usually shimmered and were adorned with sequins and glass beads.

By mimicking sleek lines and using chic accessories, the stylish thirties can be portrayed in todays trends in a very fashionable way!

A look at the"Stylish Thirties" past and present translation.