How to Die Cut 2-Color Kite Quilt Blocks:
For best cutting results, position fabric on the lengthwise grain (straight of grain) as it goes under the roller. Cover shape A with four layers of one fabric color and shape B with four layers of a contrasting fabric color and cut.
-
Kite-Center: Cut a 5" strip across the width of fabric. Fanfold into 5" widths. Place on selected blade and cut. Cut 8 kite centers across the width of fabric. One yard of 40" wide fabric cuts 56 kite centers.
-
Kite-Sides: Cut a 3 1/2" strip across the width of fabric. Fanfold into 5 1/8" widths. Place on selected blade and cut. Cut 14 kite sides across the width of fabric. One yard of 40" wide fabric cuts 140 kite sides.
Why Quilters Love the GO! Kite Die:
- Kite is a Block on Board® (BOB®) die which means it’s specially designed to cut one 2-color (or more), 8" block in one pass through the cutter.
- No templates! No special rulers! Kite includes two unique shapes that are difficult to cut by hand.
- Kite features specialized dog-ears and includes 1/4" seam allowances for easy alignment and piecing.
- Kite 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.
- Charm Square-friendly.
Weight in lbs.: 1.21