Accuquilt Reviews
Announcing the top 10 AccuQuilt dies for 2021. Check out the most popular AccuQuilt dies that made our top 10 list. See which ones you already own and which ones need to be added to your wish list today.
AccuQuilt Fabric Cutters makes cutting any size of quilt square, triangle, rectangle, or strip super accurate and 90% faster than rotary cutting. The AccuQuilt Fabric Cutter can cut through up to six layers of cotton fabric at a time, reducing fabric waste with every cut, and nearly eliminating hand, arm, shoulder, and back strain when cutting.
With over 200 piecing and appliqué die shapes available, AccuQuilt Fabric Cutters have turned the hassle of starting a new quilt project into a breeze.
Best 10 AccuQuilt Dies for 2021 Reviews – GO! Cutter Dies
Do You Own an Embroidery Machine?
For those who own an embroidery machine, AccuQuilt now provides free complimentary downloadable embroidery files for every one of their appliqué AccuQuilt dies. Embroidery files can be found on each of the AccuQuilt die pages featuring the die details, free quilt patterns, and multiple other AccuQuilt die use ideas.
1. GO! Strip Cutter 2 1/2" (2" Finished) 3 Strips Die
Why Quilters Love the GO! 2 1/2″ Strip Cutter Die:
- Quilters love precut 2 1/2″ strips (aka Jelly Rolls) because there are thousands of Jelly Roll patterns available to choose from.
- No more purchasing expensive Jelly Rolls! The GO! Strip Cutter-2 1/2″ die is the perfect size to cut your own Jelly Rolls with your favorite fabrics or out of pieces from your stash.
- GO! Strip Cutter 2 1/2″ includes 1/4″ seam allowances for easy alignment and piecing.
- Quilt tops come together quickly making GO! Strip Cutter-2 1/2″ a great beginner piecing shape and for making quilts to keep, to gift, or for charity.
- Cut perfect 2 1/2″ strips, then use the angled guide lines to cut squares and diamonds.
- Die blades are 23″ long and are open at both ends to allow cutting of fabric that is still folded as it comes off the bolt.
- Cut strips out of a variety of fabrics: cotton, batiks, flannel, fleece, Cuddle® fabrics and more!
- A great way to use up scraps.
- Free pattern downloads available to get you started.
AccuQuilt Benefits:
- Cut so much more fabric in less time.
- Get accurate cuts every time — No slipping rulers or mistakes
- Easiest to use — Simply place die on cutter, then fabric and cutting mat on top
- 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
Die Tips:
- With some fabrics, after cutting, a thread or two will remain where die blades meet. Snip threads with scissors.
- Blades on some dies are positioned at an angle. Align fabric to edge of shape, not edge of die board.
- 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.
2. GO! Gingerbread Cookie Die
Why Quilters Love the GO! Gingerbread Cookie Die
- Quickly and easily cut four of each pre-fused applique shape in one pass thru the cutter (fusible counts as one half layer of fabric).
- Cut Gingerbread Cookie shapes out of a variety of fabrics: cotton, batiks, wool, felt, flannel, fleece, Cuddle® fabrics and more!
- A great way to use up scraps.
- Includes free embroidery download with 3 stitches ($14 value).
- Free pattern downloads available to get you started.
- Charm Pack-friendly
AccuQuilt Benefits:
- Cut so much more fabric in less time.
- Get accurate cuts every time — No slipping rulers or mistakes
- Easiest to use — Simply place die on cutter, then fabric and cutting mat on top
- 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
Die Tips:
- With some fabrics, after cutting, a thread or two will remain where die blades meet. Snip threads with scissors.
- Blades on some dies are positioned at an angle. Align fabric to edge of shape, not edge of die board.
- 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.
3. GO! Camper Die
Why Quilters Love the GO! Camper Limited Edition Die
- Let’s go camping! Perfect for camping or outdoor adventure-themed quilts, pillows, table runners and more.
- Get creative! Combine with GO! Cute Car (55354) and the GO! Northwoods Medley tree (55483) to make a camping scene.
- Camping is a popular quilting motif and appeals to a wide variety of quilters, novice and seasoned.
- GO! Camper includes seven unique shapes that are difficult to cut by hand.
- Limited-edition dies come in a collectible teal-colored tray.
- Make quick appliques by applying fusible web to the wrong side of fabrics prior to cutting
AccuQuilt Benefits:
- Cut so much more fabric in less time
- Get accurate cuts every time – No slipping rulers or mistakes
- Easiest to use – Simply place die on cutter, then fabric and cutting mat on top
- 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
Die Tips:
- With some fabrics, after cutting, a thread or two will remain where blades meet. Snip threads with scissors.
- Blades on some dies are positioned at an angle. Align fabric to edge of shape, not edge of die board.
- 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.
4. GO! Hunter Star-6" Finished (Makes 12" Finished Blocks) Die
Why Quilters Love the GO! Hunter Star Die:
- Hunter Star is a Block on Board® (BOB®) die which means it’s specially designed to cut one 2-color, 12″ block in two passes through the cutter.
- No templates! No special rulers! Hunter Star includes four unique shapes that are difficult to cut by hand.
- Hunter Star features specialized dog-ears and includes 1/4″ seam allowances for easy alignment and piecing.
- Hunter Star includes screen printed letters on die for easier piecing and organization of shapes.
- Free pattern downloads and step-by-step block assembly instructions are available to get you started.
- Layer Cake and Fat Quarter-friendly.
AccuQuilt Benefits:
- Cut so much more fabric in less time.
- Get accurate cuts every time — No slipping rulers or mistakes
- Easiest to use — Simply place die on cutter, then fabric and cutting mat on top
- 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
Die Tips:
- With some fabrics, after cutting, a thread or two will remain where die blades meet. Snip threads with scissors.
- Blades on some dies are positioned at an angle. Align fabric to edge of shape, not edge of die board.
- 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.
5. GO! Arkansas Traveler 12" Finished Die
Why Quilters Love the GO! Arkansas Traveler Die:
No Templates! No special rulers! Arkansas Traveler includes 3 shapes that are difficult to cut by hand.
Arkansas Traveler features specialized dog-ears, matching notches on curved seams and 1/4” seam allowances for easy alignment and piecing.
Arkansas Traveler includes screen printed letters on die for easier piecing and organization of shapes.
Packaging includes step-by-step sewing instructions to make constructing the block easy. Plus, a free pattern to get you started.
Fat Quarter-friendly.
AccuQuilt Benefits:
- Cut so much more fabric in less time.
- Get accurate cuts every time — No slipping rulers or mistakes
- Easiest to use — Simply place die on cutter, then fabric and cutting mat on top
- 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
Die Tips:
- With some fabrics, after cutting, a thread or two will remain where die blades meet. Snip threads with scissors.
- Blades on some dies are positioned at an angle. Align fabric to edge of shape, not edge of die board.
- 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.
6. GO! Square-5" (4 1/2" Finished) Die
Why Quilters Love the GO! 5″ Square Die:
- GO! Square-5″ includes two squares on the die which means you can cut (12) 5″ squares in one pass!
- GO! Square-5″ includes 1/4″ seam allowances for easy alignment and piecing.
- Quilt tops come together quickly and easily making GO! Square-6″ a great beginner piecing shape and for making ismple square quilts for charity.
- Use GO! Square-5″ to cut smaller applique background square that are all the same size!
- Cut squares out of a variety of fabrics: cotton, batiks, wool, felt, flannel, fleece, and more!
- A great way to use up scraps.
- Packaging includes a free pattern to get you started.
- Layer Cake and Fat Quarter-friendly.
AccuQuilt Benefits:
- Cut so much more fabric in less time.
- Get accurate cuts every time — No slipping rulers or mistakes
- Easiest to use — Simply place die on cutter, then fabric and cutting mat on top
- 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
Die Tips:
- With some fabrics, after cutting, a thread or two will remain where die blades meet. Snip threads with scissors.
- Blades on some dies are positioned at an angle. Align fabric to edge of shape, not edge of die board.
- 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.
7. GO! Strip Cutter 1 1/2" (1" Finished) 5 Strips Die
Why Quilters Love the GO! 1 1/2″ Strip Cutter Die.
- GO! Strip Cutter-1 1/2″ includes 1/4″ seam allowances for easy alignment and piecing.
- Cut perfect 1 1/2″ strips, then use the angled guide lines to cut squares and diamonds.
- Die blades are 23″ long and are open at both ends to allow cutting of fabric that is still folded as it comes off the bolt.
- Cut strips out of a variety of fabrics: cotton, batiks, flannel, fleece, Cuddle® fabrics and more!
- Free pattern downloads available to get you started.
AccuQuilt Benefits:
- Cut so much more fabric in less time.
- Get accurate cuts every time — No slipping rulers or mistakes
- Easiest to use — Simply place die on cutter, then fabric and cutting mat on top
- 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
Die Tips:
- With some fabrics, after cutting, a thread or two will remain where die blades meet. Snip threads with scissors.
- Blades on some dies are positioned at an angle. Align fabric to edge of shape, not edge of die board.
- 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.
8. GO! Starry Path-9" Finished Die
Why Quilters Love the GO! Starry Path Die:
- Starry Path is a Block on Board® (BOB®) die which means it’s specially designed to cut one 3-color, 9″ block in one pass through the cutter.
- No templates, no special rulers, and no paper piecing! Starry Path includes 4 shapes that are difficult to cut by hand.
- Starry Path features specialized dog-ears and includes ¼” seam allowances for easy alignment and piecing.
- Starry Path includes screen printed letters on die for easier piecing and organization of shapes.
- Packaging includes step-by-step sewing instructions to make constructing the block easy. Plus, a free pattern to get you started.
AccuQuilt Benefits:
- Cut so much more fabric in less time.
- Get accurate cuts every time — No slipping rulers or mistakes
- Easiest to use — Simply place die on cutter, then fabric and cutting mat on top
- 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
Die Tips:
- With some fabrics, after cutting, a thread or two will remain where die blades meet. Snip threads with scissors.
- Blades on some dies are positioned at an angle. Align fabric to edge of shape, not edge of die board.
- 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.
9. GO! Log Cabin-12" Finished Square by Leslie Main Die
Why Quilters Love the GO! Log Cabin Die:
- Log Cabin is a Block on Board® (BOB®) die which means it’s specially designed to cut three complete 2-color, 12″ blocks in one pass through the cutter.
- No measuring! No templates! Log Cabin includes 12 strips (logs) in a unique configuration that can be time-consuming to cut by hand.
- Log Cabin includes 1/4″ seam allowances for easy piecing.
- This die will make 5″, 6″, 7″, 8″, 9″, 10″, 11″ and 12″ finished Log Cabin blocks.
- Log Cabin includes screen printed letters on die for easier piecing and organization of shapes.
- Free pattern downloads and step-by-step block assembly instructions are available to get you started.
AccuQuilt Benefits:
- Cut so much more fabric in less time.
- Get accurate cuts every time — No slipping rulers or mistakes
- Easiest to use — Simply place die on cutter, then fabric and cutting mat on top
- 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
Die Tips:
- With some fabrics, after cutting, a thread or two will remain where die blades meet. Snip threads with scissors.
- Blades on some dies are positioned at an angle. Align fabric to edge of shape, not edge of die board.
- 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.
10. GO! Crazy Quilt-6" Finished Die
Why Quilters Love the GO! Crazy Quilt Die:
- Due to popular demand, the GO! Crazy Quilt die is now available in a smaller size that works with the GO! or GO! Big cutter.
- Crazy Quilt is a Block on Board® (BOB®) die which means it’s specially designed to cut ten, 10-color, 6″ blocks in two passes through the cutter (no more than 5 layers recommended for each pass).
- No need to trim down block after each step! Crazy Quilt includes 10 unique shapes that are difficult to cut by hand.
- Crazy Quilt features specialized dog-ears and includes 1/4″ seam allowances for easy alignment and piecing.
- Crazy Quilt includes screen printed letters on die for easier piecing and organization of shapes.
- A great way to use up scraps.
AccuQuilt Benefits:
- Cut so much more fabric in less time.
- Get accurate cuts every time — No slipping rulers or mistakes
- Easiest to use — Simply place die on cutter, then fabric and cutting mat on top
- 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
Die Tips:
- With some fabrics, after cutting, a thread or two will remain where die blades meet. Snip threads with scissors.
- Blades on some dies are positioned at an angle. Align fabric to edge of shape, not edge of die board.
- 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.
