This topic has probably been discussed before but i couldn’t figure out how to search the archives.
Question is what rotary cutter to buy- a gingher for about $50 or a laskers for about $12?
Does it make a big difference for an amateur sewer?
Thanks for any replies.
tzipi
Threads Insider
Get instant access to hundreds of videos, tutorials, projects, and more.
Start Your Free TrialAlready an Insider? Log in
Sponsored Content
Replies
If you are only using item for personal use, buy the cheaper.
If you run a business and use regularly buy the best quality.
Check the availability of replacement blades
My cheap Fiskars rotary cutter has served me long and well, but I would check a couple of things before buying a new one:
Comfort: Hold it in your hand and press down on a hard surface for a bit to imagine cutting through thick fabric.
Replacement blades/alternative blades: You will need to replace the blades with use, and you may want to use a wavy edge or a perforating blade. Sometimes the replacement blades are interchangeable among brands, but sometimes they don't work as well. Make sure you can find replacements/options for the brand/size you buy.
Safety: Make sure the cutter has an easy and convenient safety system. Mine has a button on the top, away from the blade. Get into the habit of pressing that safety at the end of every cut! Also make sure to get a clear plastic ruler designed for rotary cutting, and a good-sized mat, and ALWAYS use the ruler for every cut.
You'll love your rotary!
This post is archived.