Rag quilts have a cozy, homey look perfect for baby quilts, tote bags
and pillows, but hand-cutting the fringe can be a daunting task. The GO!
Rag Squares die cuts perfect rag squares with a 1" seam allowance and
3/4" fringe in a flash, giving you more time to choose the right fabric
combination.
Weight in lbs.: 1.21
Cut Size: 5 1/4"W x 5 1/4"H (13.3 cm x 13.3 cm) with 3/4" fringe
Finished Size: 3 1/4"W x 3 1/4"H (8.3 cm x 8.3 cm)
Die Board Size: 6 in. x 12 in. (15.2 cm x 30.4 cm)
AQ Cutting Mat Required: GO! Cutting Mat, 6 in. x 12 in. (15.2 cm x 30.4 cm)
How to Die Cut 5 1/4" Rag Squares:
For best cutting results, position fabric on the lengthwise grain (straight of grain) as it goes under the roller.
Note: Rag Quilt dies must be cleaned periodically to remove fabric threads. Use the GO! Die Pick (55105) to clean trapped fabric.
Tip: It’s a good idea to keep an extra cutting mat on hand for Rag Quilt dies.
We recommend cutting only one layer of any type of fabric with GO! Rag Dies.
- 40" wide fabric: Cut 11" strips across the width of
fabric. Fanfold into 5 3/4" widths. Place on selected blade and cut.
Cut six rag squares across the width of fabric. One yard of 40" wide
fabric cuts 36 rag squares.
- 60" wide fabric: Cut 11" strips across the width of
fabric. Fanfold into 5 3/4" widths. Place on selected blade and cut.
Cut 10 rag squares across the width of fabric. One yard of 60" wide
fabric cuts 60 rag squares.
Why Quilters Love the GO! 5 1/4" Rag Square Die:
- Quilters love rag quilts because they are easy to make and perfect
for snuggling! The GO! Rag Square-5 1/4" die makes it even easier by
saving hours of tedious hand cutting.
- The GO! Rag Square-5 1/4" die features specialized dog-ears and a 1"
seam allowance with 3/4" fringe cut to a consistent 1/4" width for easy
alignment and piecing.
- Four GO! Rag Square-5 1/4" sewn together equals one GO! Rag Square-8
1/2" (55013)—piece rag squares together for a different design.
- Rag quilts make great gifts for new babies, graduations, holidays,
and more. You can change the number and size of the 5 1/4" rag squares
in the quilt to make it larger or smaller.
- Use GO! Square-3 1/4" (55317) to cut batting squares to make rag quilts even warmer.
- Rag quilts are typically laundered to fully “bloom” the fringe.
- Cut rag squares out of a variety of fabrics: flannels, homespun fabric, fleece, cotton, Cuddle® fabrics, and more!
- GO! Rag Square-5 1/4" is designed to work with appliqué shapes that are 2 1/4" or smaller.
- Free pattern downloads are available to get you started.
- Fat Quarter-friendly.
