Tuesday, July 22, 2014

Olfa's 35th Anniversary and A Giveaway!

Olfa is celebrating 35 years of creating rotary cutters! I think most of you could agree that this tool is one of the primary quilting supplies you'd never want to do without. To celebrate this anniversary, Olfa asked me to participate in a fun project to create a quilt celebrating Olfa rotary cutters. I received a supply kit to create a 6" quilt block. These blocks will be sewn together into a quilt for display at the Fall Market in Houston.


Olfa sent me a 6.5" frosted ruler, 28mm rotary cutter and a rotating mat. Ironically, I've been eyeing a revolving mat and smaller rotary cutter for some time. I was so excited to open the package. 

After much debate I opted to make an economy block for send in for the display quilt. The only two requirements for the block were a 6.5" unfinished block with some yellow fabric. Rita's tutorial over at Red Pepper Quilts is fantastic for this block, but her pattern is for a 5.5" unfinished block. I redesigned it in Photoshop for the correct size. I chose to paper piece this project to ensure it was as perfect as possible. 


I kept my fabric choices simple.

This was the perfect project to test out my new rotating mat. It works perfectly!

I loved the Olfa frosted ruler when trimming my block. It didn't slip on fabric when trimming seams or the paper when trimming the back..

Finished!

Just a few of my favorite Olfa products that I use nearly every day!

Giveaway! Closed

Olfa has offered to send one reader a new rotary cutter and a small cutting mat. Leave a comment telling us your favorite sewing tool, and Mr. Random will choose a winner on Friday! Please include your email if your comment if it is not linked to your profile.

Disclosure: I received the above mentioned products in conjunction with this post. The giveaway is sponsored by Olfa. 
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183 comments:

  1. NicoleJuly 22, 2014 at 12:57 PM

    I love my little thread snips

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  2. Michelle Olsen SasakJuly 22, 2014 at 1:11 PM

    I love my rotary cutter. I have carpal tunnel, and I can't imagine using scissors to cut all of my pieces out when quilting - it would hurt so much.

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  3. CatherineJuly 22, 2014 at 1:14 PM

    Seam ripper:-)

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  4. shayneJuly 22, 2014 at 1:14 PM

    I just love everything! Especially when it is organized!

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  5. LaurenJuly 22, 2014 at 1:20 PM

    Love my rotary cutter!

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  6. Rachel @ QuiltineeringJuly 22, 2014 at 1:30 PM

    Awesome giveaway! I couldn't quilt without a good iron with lots of steam!

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  7. Katie DJuly 22, 2014 at 1:34 PM

    I love my rotary cutter and 6x24" ruler- However, that rotating mat looks awesome!

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  8. JenniferJuly 22, 2014 at 1:41 PM

    I love my Olfa rotary cutter. I can't imagine quilting without it! Seriously, it's my favorite tool.

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  9. BetsyJuly 22, 2014 at 1:47 PM

    I love my rotary cutter. Started out with scissors. My accuracy is so much better now.

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  10. UnknownJuly 22, 2014 at 1:54 PM

    A good ma to go along with the rotarty tool!

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  11. UnknownJuly 22, 2014 at 1:54 PM

    *mat

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  12. AnonymousJuly 22, 2014 at 2:01 PM

    HELLO, love my rotary cutter!
    CONGRATS OLFA!
    Thanks for a great giveaway!

    msstitcher1214@gmail.com

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  13. Lisa MarieJuly 22, 2014 at 2:01 PM

    Well, of course I love my rotary cutter and mat. But just to be different, I'll mention another tool I love -- my wooden wallpaper seam roller. I use it anywhere I might have finger pressed before and sometimes even use it in place of my iron. Very handy.

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  14. Katie July 22, 2014 at 2:04 PM

    love the mini rotary cutter -- mine was misplaced during a class about a year ago

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  15. barbara woodsJuly 22, 2014 at 2:10 PM

    my rotary cutter, need a new one, thanks for the chance

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  16. AlliJuly 22, 2014 at 2:11 PM

    Aside from the usual, I've been loving my hemostats! Last night, I used to to yank out a needle that was stuck in my machine, and then to pull a doll's arms through a jacked that I sewed too tight. :D

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  17. Michele TJuly 22, 2014 at 2:14 PM

    I would be lost without my rotary cutter!!! Thanks for the chance and Happy Birthday Olfa!!

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  18. The Kitchen QuilterJuly 22, 2014 at 2:17 PM

    I love my frosted 6x24 in ruler.

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  19. TsonikiJuly 22, 2014 at 2:21 PM

    Outside of the normal stuff (rotary, mat, ruler, etc.) I love using my little thread snips. And I admit I have a favorite seam ripper too.

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  20. *Tyler*July 22, 2014 at 2:25 PM

    I love the rubber end on my seam ripper. It's perfect to just snag those threads out instead of picking one by one. Thanks for the chance

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  21. FrederiqueJuly 22, 2014 at 2:29 PM

    I love my sewing machine! Thanks for the chance

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  22. FrederiqueJuly 22, 2014 at 2:31 PM

    I love my sewing machine! Thanks for the chance

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  23. ShirleyJuly 22, 2014 at 2:46 PM

    I cannot sew without my stiletto to guide (and push) fabric. Thanks for the chance.

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  24. Judy H July 22, 2014 at 2:48 PM

    I do have to say it is a toss up between the rotary cutter (and all my mat and rulers) and my Gingher scissors. Of course, my Singer sewing machine is still number 1.

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  25. JocelynJuly 22, 2014 at 2:53 PM

    When I first learned to quilt, the rotary cutter became my cutting tool of choice. I have always used Olfa cutters and mats. I do believe that if you use the companions together, my blades have lasted longer. Thanks for the giveaway!

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  26. Kim @ TiesThatBindQuiltingJuly 22, 2014 at 2:54 PM

    I can't imagine being a quilter without my rotary cutter!

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  27. StephanieJuly 22, 2014 at 2:56 PM

    I love my portable cutting and pressing mat!

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  28. TracyJuly 22, 2014 at 3:01 PM

    It has to be my rotary cutter and it's an Olfa!

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  29. Crafty CoffinJuly 22, 2014 at 3:06 PM

    Deja vu - I could swear that not only have I read this post before, I've responded - maybe I read it on my phone and forgot to mark it as read? I have an Olfa comfort grip rotary cutter and I love it!

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  30. TiffanyJuly 22, 2014 at 3:10 PM

    Besides my rotary cutter and rulers? Probably my rubber thimble things that I put on my fingers for hand binding. :)

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  31. DonnaMJuly 22, 2014 at 3:12 PM

    What a wonderful invention - the rotary cutter! It's my favorite.

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  32. UnknownJuly 22, 2014 at 3:12 PM

    I love my Accuquilt!

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  33. OcoussJuly 22, 2014 at 3:17 PM

    My favorite sewing tools are actually the totes that I put my quilting projects in while they are in progress.

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  34. LozzenJuly 22, 2014 at 3:24 PM

    It would have to be my rotary cutter. I pretty much use it for everything.

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  35. Jenn @ A Quarter Inch from the EdgeJuly 22, 2014 at 3:31 PM

    Hmmm... I'd have to say that one of my favourite sewing tools is the pair of scissors that my husband bought me for Christmas. They're super sharp, oh so pretty, and he picked them out and sourced them on-line all on his own!

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  36. ReneeJuly 22, 2014 at 3:49 PM

    Oh dear I don't think I could pick a favorite! I love my rotary cutter and mat, and seam ripper, and pins...clover clips! Too many awesome little gadgets to choose from :-)

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  37. DawnJuly 22, 2014 at 3:52 PM

    With my 56 year old eyes, my favorite tool is my Ott light!

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  38. dorthaJuly 22, 2014 at 3:54 PM

    I love my rotary cutter, mat and sewing machine.

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  39. Amy's Crafty ShenanigansJuly 22, 2014 at 4:01 PM

    Oh Olfa - where would we all be without you!!! I love my sewing machine. That is considered a tool, right!!?

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  40. JessJuly 22, 2014 at 4:02 PM

    My favorite sewing tool is probably my rotary cutter.I love cutting perfect little stacks of fabric that turn into a beautiful quilt.

    jessica.breidinger@yahoo.com

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  41. JingerJuly 22, 2014 at 4:02 PM

    I love your block!!! Rotary cutter is a must, would like to try an Olfa.

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  42. JingerJuly 22, 2014 at 4:02 PM

    I love your block!!! Rotary cutter is a must, would like to try an Olfa.

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  43. Jane S.July 22, 2014 at 4:04 PM

    I love my Ott light, and having a rotary cutter comes in pretty handy too! :)

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  44. RosaJuly 22, 2014 at 4:04 PM

    Cutter and mat my favorite tools and also sharp scissors!

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  45. SamiyaJuly 22, 2014 at 4:12 PM

    I think I love my rulers. So easy to use, making cutting and measuring mega easy.

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  46. Pat V.July 22, 2014 at 4:14 PM

    Of course rotary cutter and rulers are required; I also love my little Purple Thang.

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  47. JennyrooJuly 22, 2014 at 4:21 PM

    So lovely! Would love to win this sweet prize. My seam binding maker is my best used tool. And my seam ripper, haha!

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  48. brownj6610July 22, 2014 at 4:22 PM

    I like my olfa rotating mat for trimming up small blocks without having to move the block around.

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  49. CilleJuly 22, 2014 at 4:28 PM

    Favourite tools are my three Olfa cutters - small, medium, big - though they are so essential I never even thought if them as tools :)

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  50. Flo @ Butterfly QuiltingJuly 22, 2014 at 4:29 PM

    It has to be my rotary cutter, with a fresh, sharp blade in it....makes me smile every time I use it !

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  51. momJuly 22, 2014 at 4:44 PM

    I love my accuquilt cutter as cutting out pieces ib my least favorite part of quilting and sewing

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  52. Terri HJuly 22, 2014 at 4:46 PM

    Love my rotary cutter and my snips!

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  53. JoyceLMJuly 22, 2014 at 4:56 PM

    My favorites are my ergonomic Olfa rotary cutters - 45mm & 60mm. Thanks.

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  54. barbara woodsJuly 22, 2014 at 5:04 PM

    my rotary cutter

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  55. SylviaJuly 22, 2014 at 5:24 PM

    My seam ripper, of course!

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  56. LeeJuly 22, 2014 at 5:24 PM

    I love my chalk liner pen and my clips!

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  57. PhyllisJuly 22, 2014 at 5:26 PM

    Favorite is my rotary cutter. I've had it for a long time and I need a new one.
    gailxs@hotmail.com

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  58. MariaJuly 22, 2014 at 5:30 PM

    Of course I love my rotary cutter the most! Lately I've been spending too much time with my seam ripper.

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  59. Adtski31July 22, 2014 at 5:38 PM

    Rotary cutter is definitely a favorite. That rotating mat looks awesome.

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  60. Kathy DavisJuly 22, 2014 at 6:02 PM

    A friend of mine recently passed away from cancer. Her mother asked me to make t-shirt quilts for her son's out of her cancer t-shirts. So right now my favorite tool is my 15 in square ruler, and of course my rotary cutter.
    kdavis1@centurytel.net

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  61. AnonymousJuly 22, 2014 at 6:14 PM

    I love pinking shears.

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  62. Amy VerneJuly 22, 2014 at 6:33 PM

    I love my rulers. Raverne at comcast.net

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  63. AlisaJuly 22, 2014 at 6:37 PM

    I love a pair of super sharp small scissors and of course rotary cutter.

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  64. Vicki HJuly 22, 2014 at 6:43 PM

    My seam ripper and thread snips.

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  65. Heidi [Banks of Frog Creek]July 22, 2014 at 6:50 PM

    My seam ripper :)

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  66. KarenJuly 22, 2014 at 6:59 PM

    Yay for Olfa! I really do like the rotary cutter and mat combo. I recently cut a bunch of stuff with scissors and was sadly missing my rotary cutter.

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  67. Allison CJuly 22, 2014 at 7:37 PM

    I like my rotating cutting mat

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  68. HelenJuly 22, 2014 at 7:47 PM

    Well, obviously my favorite tool is my rotary cutter(s) and ruler. I don't think I'd be quilting much if I had to use scissors.

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  69. UnknownJuly 22, 2014 at 7:52 PM

    I love my scissors and rotary cutter!

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  70. Nine Kids and Not Counting :)July 22, 2014 at 8:09 PM

    I love my hera marker. It makes my quilting so much easier! But the rotary cutter is close behind!

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  71. NorahSJuly 22, 2014 at 8:17 PM

    I love my rotary cutter. It is a whole different world from using scissors and templates.

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  72. NikiJuly 22, 2014 at 8:33 PM

    I can't live without my self-healing mat. LOVE IT!!

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  73. RhonaJuly 22, 2014 at 8:37 PM

    Love my olfa rotary cutter can't live without it, use it daily!

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  74. LisaJuly 22, 2014 at 8:57 PM

    My rotary cutter and mat. They make sewing life so much easier!

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  75. OhioLoriJuly 22, 2014 at 9:02 PM

    Love my Ollfa 45mm Rotary Cutter!! think seam ripper is next...tho NOT reallly a Favorite tool! giggle....

    Happy 35th Anniversary to Olfa!!! Thanks for allll your grrrrreat products!!!

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  76. BillieBee (billiemick)July 22, 2014 at 9:03 PM

    My favorite tool is that rotating mat and yes I want another one!!!

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  77. meintcJuly 22, 2014 at 9:06 PM

    My favorite tool would be my thimble!

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  78. SarahJuly 22, 2014 at 9:12 PM

    I would love to win a rotary cutter, as I don't have one! My favorite sewing tool are my beautiful little stork scissors. Thanks! sarah@forrussia.org

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  79. MelanieJuly 22, 2014 at 9:14 PM

    My favorite tool is my 45mm Olfa rotary cutter with ergonomic squeeze handle...love it!

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  80. Rina MasonJuly 22, 2014 at 9:29 PM

    I have three favorite tools, my rotary cutter, my thread snips and an artist fan brush that I use to clean my machine with. it's perfect for getting all the lint out from the feed dogs and hidden nooks and crannies.

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  81. Pedal Sew LightlyJuly 22, 2014 at 9:47 PM

    My favorite is Elmer's School Glue followed by my pretty blue Olfa rotary cutter and my Frixion pens. G Fahrion at comcast dot net.

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  82. AliJuly 22, 2014 at 10:32 PM

    Rotary cutter for sure, I dont know how I lived without it, truthfully. Thank you for the giveaway!

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  83. dornydorndornJuly 22, 2014 at 10:50 PM

    Walking foot & rotary cutter.

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  84. DeairdreJuly 22, 2014 at 11:17 PM

    My very large cutting mat

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  85. GranChrisJuly 22, 2014 at 11:25 PM

    Let's see besides my cutter, spinning mat, large ruler it has to be the seam ripper. Wonderful tool!

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  86. Welcome to the Glorious Chaos!July 22, 2014 at 11:27 PM

    I love my rotary cutter, I feel inept without it!

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  87. evaJuly 22, 2014 at 11:38 PM

    my favourite sewing tool is my juki sewing machine, i love it..
    fast... and marvelous...
    i would love to be the winner of the olfa give away..
    xo
    eva

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  88. UnknownJuly 23, 2014 at 1:11 AM

    Hmmm. Rotary cutter is #1 but recently got a rotating mat and love it.

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  89. UnknownJuly 23, 2014 at 1:19 AM

    I really like my seam gauge. So useful (oh and my rotary cutter!)

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  90. MiggsieJuly 23, 2014 at 1:52 AM

    I hate to say it, but as a newbie sewist, my favorite tool much of the time is my seam ripper. Thanks for the giveaway

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  91. WendyJuly 23, 2014 at 2:07 AM

    My tube turner, though if I had a rotating cutting mat, I'm pretty sure that would be my favourite.

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  92. jennybecJuly 23, 2014 at 2:23 AM

    I'm a hand-quilter so I'm pretty into having the right needle. But, boy, haven't rotary cutter changed everything for the better?

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  93. SilverCatJuly 23, 2014 at 3:45 AM

    I do love my rotary cutter but am currently totally in love with my hex and more ruler!

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  94. AnonymousJuly 23, 2014 at 4:19 AM

    Rotary cutters are the best invention known to quilters, and I also love to use temporary adhesive spray. Thanks!

    Please click on the delaineelliott above for my email link.

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  95. UnknownJuly 23, 2014 at 4:51 AM

    Love my Olfa cutter!

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  96. UnknownJuly 23, 2014 at 5:03 AM

    My seam ripper and my mat

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  97. UnknownJuly 23, 2014 at 5:20 AM

    Would have to be a combination of the Olfa Rotary cutter and my seam ripper. Can't begin a project without either one! mburnette912@bellsouth.net

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  98. A Trio BeautifulJuly 23, 2014 at 5:22 AM

    My rotary cutter is my favorite! Gripping things can be tricky sometimes due to a joint disease I have, but the way my rotary cutter is shaped the grip has never been a problem!

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  99. KrisJuly 23, 2014 at 5:58 AM

    Just think of where we would be in the quilting world without the rotary cutter! It opened up the world of an easier way to do things. I know because I made a trip around the world as my first quilt in highschool and I drew around a cardboard template and cut them out with a scissors. :P

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  100. GeorgiJuly 23, 2014 at 6:17 AM

    I'd never have the patience to cut anything with scissors, so YES the rotary cutter is the best invention ever and my Splash cutter is my favorite!

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  101. HavplentyJuly 23, 2014 at 6:45 AM

    Gotta have a rotary cutter and a very sharp pair of small scissors. I don't use seam rippers but my small sharp scissors... I cannot quilt without them.

    tushay3(at)yahoo(dot)com

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  102. Gina SJuly 23, 2014 at 6:57 AM

    Rotary cutter! Couldn't live without it.

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  103. AmyJuly 23, 2014 at 6:59 AM

    My rotary cutter is definitely my favorite tool! Of course, my seam ripper is my most used....

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  104. AnonymousJuly 23, 2014 at 7:05 AM

    Without my Olfa rotary cutter I would be lost, but my rotating mat sure comes in handy.

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  105. DebbyJuly 23, 2014 at 7:16 AM

    love love love my aqua rotary cutter!!! makes life so much simpler

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  106. Jusmom1July 23, 2014 at 7:24 AM

    I love my rotary cutter and my quilters magic wand! Thanks for the chance to win!

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  107. PeggyJuly 23, 2014 at 7:26 AM

    I really like my rotary cutter-could always use a new one!
    Peggy
    Peggy_verdongibbs@att.net

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  108. StephanieJuly 23, 2014 at 7:28 AM

    What a cute little block. I would love to win this giveaway - I really need a small cutting mat and rotary cutter!

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  109. curiousJuly 23, 2014 at 7:29 AM

    It has been so long since i have used a scissor to cut out patterns that when i broke my wrist i had to use a scissor to trim a block, i was in total disbelief that quilters ever cut this way! Couldnt wait to have the cast off so i could use my trusty useful rotary cutter once again!

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  110. JanKJuly 23, 2014 at 7:30 AM

    Love love my rotary cutters. Several different sizes and each is my favorite when it's the right tool for the job! Thanks for the giveaway!

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  111. Diane BeaversJuly 23, 2014 at 7:43 AM

    Small cutting mat, it's great beside my workspace, keeps me from getting up and down---saving the knees:)
    thank you so much for the opportunity to win . Olfa is tops. and I love yellow and blue anyhow.
    Your block is so precise.

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  112. Teresa @ Aurea's KitchenJuly 23, 2014 at 7:57 AM

    I love my thimble, and then my cutting mat.

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  113. emmyJuly 23, 2014 at 8:07 AM

    Thank you for the giveaway. It will be perfect for trying paper piecing. My favorite tool is the large rotary cutter (60mm) for cutting batting and quilt backs.
    maryellen1304@hotmail.com

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  114. UnknownJuly 23, 2014 at 8:17 AM

    I too have been wanting one of those rotating cutting mats. How great would that be for trimming HST's!!!!
    My favorite tool are my pins. I have several different kinds for different purposes.

    Dianne

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  115. JanieJuly 23, 2014 at 8:26 AM

    My rotary cutter, it is Olfa's 45 blade. Great invention. Thanks for the giveaway.

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  116. juliehallfeldhausJuly 23, 2014 at 8:46 AM

    how could I live without my rotary cutter:) Thanks for a chance at a great prize:)

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  117. UnknownJuly 23, 2014 at 8:55 AM

    My favorite sewing tool is my wide ruler. Thank you for the wonderful giveaway.
    Erin
    fairyfractal at gmail dot com

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  118. PaulaJuly 23, 2014 at 8:57 AM

    Rotary cutter and ruler!

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  119. SaraJuly 23, 2014 at 9:35 AM

    Like many others, I'd have to say it is the rotary cutter. With or without the ruler! Thank you.

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  120. KatrinJuly 23, 2014 at 9:46 AM

    I love my rotating mat, but in the end my ion is the most importing sewing tool.

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  121. UnknownJuly 23, 2014 at 9:52 AM

    I love my pins because they always satisfy my "perfectionist" needs! :)

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  122. CourtneysewsJuly 23, 2014 at 9:53 AM

    I love, love my walking foot!! Thanks!

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  123. sueJuly 23, 2014 at 10:05 AM

    How did we ever do it without the rotary cutter. I only have Olfa cutters and prefer the 45mm size. I love it when Olfa brings out cutters in colors or patterns. I always buy them! I hope the Olfa people are listening! More colors please!!!

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  124. Weatherbee ;)July 23, 2014 at 10:09 AM

    My favorite tool is my large cutting mat. I use it for everything. I could definitely use a new rotary cutter. I've never had Olfa before, and I would love to try it out.

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  125. Jess BurnsJuly 23, 2014 at 10:09 AM

    I would have to say my seam rippers (yes, plural). I'm not sure what this says about me . . .

    I think I'm not a no-reply, but just in case: jhunsberger (at) gmail (d0t) c0m

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  126. CarolineJuly 23, 2014 at 10:43 AM

    I bought some gingher scissors last year! What a difference...love them:)

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  127. MicheleJuly 23, 2014 at 11:26 AM

    My sewing machine! I could not do any of it without the machine!

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  128. UnknownJuly 23, 2014 at 11:30 AM

    I have to say my sewing machines... what can I say I just love them!

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  129. Pepita933July 23, 2014 at 11:53 AM

    1 favorite tool. My hands are right up there, my sewing machines, rulers and rotary cutter as well. Thank God for simple things.

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  130. EmilyJuly 23, 2014 at 12:03 PM

    I can't baste without my Kwik Klip!

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  131. Gina's Custom CreationsJuly 23, 2014 at 12:13 PM

    I love my self healing cutting mats! Wish I had more...LOL! I also love my Ott-Lite!

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  132. MamaLovesFabricJuly 23, 2014 at 12:15 PM

    I love my rotary cutter & mat. Makes cutting so easy!

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  133. GillJuly 23, 2014 at 12:36 PM

    I love my rotary cutter!

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  134. BethanyJuly 23, 2014 at 1:04 PM

    My Olfa rotary cutter! :)

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  135. CaroJuly 23, 2014 at 1:05 PM

    The rotary cutter has to be my number one!

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  136. LittleHouseontheDairyJuly 23, 2014 at 1:20 PM

    My handmade seam ripper

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  137. Natalie FJuly 23, 2014 at 1:59 PM

    I love my ham and also my pinking rotary clipper.

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  138. Jill R.July 23, 2014 at 2:05 PM

    I love my thread snips and my rotary cutter!

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  139. SuperMomNoCapeJuly 23, 2014 at 2:41 PM

    I was having such a hard time thinking of my favorite because so many things are essential and then I read an earlier comment and I have to agree that my various sewing totes and bags are my favorite because they've allowed me to carry all my sewing supplies for the past two years as we've led a very gypsy type life.

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  140. UnknownJuly 23, 2014 at 2:43 PM

    My best friend is my seam ripper.

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  141. ittehgapsJuly 23, 2014 at 4:05 PM

    I use an OLFA safety rotary cutter that my husband got at a safety conference many years ago before they even hit the market. You squeeze the handle to expose the blade and when you let go and set it down it retracts automatically to cover the blade. I don't see why anyone would use any other style of cutter. Cindy

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  142. sandyandcosmoJuly 23, 2014 at 4:41 PM

    I couldn't sew without my razor sharp lefty scissors!

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  143. KarenJuly 23, 2014 at 5:07 PM

    The Creative Grids ruler 3 1/2 x 12 is my favorite.

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  144. AnitaJuly 23, 2014 at 6:40 PM

    I could not live without my rotary cutter!

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  145. MargoJuly 23, 2014 at 6:40 PM

    My favorite sewing tool is my circle cutting Olfa rotary cutter....that is the slickest tool to make perfect circles in a hurry...and NO MATH needed! ha ha! I'm using it to make a favorite picnic quilt using old jeans! Slick I tell you! Thanks for the chance at the giveaway!

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  146. Emily CJuly 23, 2014 at 6:53 PM

    I love my rotary cutter and my clover clips.

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  147. AndreaJuly 23, 2014 at 7:41 PM

    I use a hemostat to fish out thread when it gets stuck in my machine.... a very handy instrument!

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  148. BethJuly 23, 2014 at 8:33 PM

    I can't imagine only having scissors to cut the fabric! Yikes! My rotary cutter, mat, and ruler are invaluable.

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  149. RobinSueJuly 23, 2014 at 8:38 PM

    The rotary cutter changed my life! Quicker, more efficient and easier on my hand. I'll never go back to scissors.

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  150. CherylJuly 23, 2014 at 9:18 PM

    My mat which is falling apart on the corners!

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  151. Osage Bluff QuilterJuly 23, 2014 at 9:44 PM

    I love my hand made seam ripper. A friend made it with ripper on one it and stiletto on the other. Not that I ever make a mistake. Lol

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  152. JaniJuly 23, 2014 at 11:06 PM

    I would have to say my rotary cutter is my favorite tool. Having to cut quilt blocks with scissors for many years, it didn't take long for my rotary cutter to become my best friend!

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  153. PamelaJuly 23, 2014 at 11:41 PM

    I love my rotary cutter! I still remember the days before rotary cutters, and cutting was a lot slower and less accurate! Your block is wonderful - perfect for the Olfa quil!

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  154. WendyJuly 24, 2014 at 1:57 AM

    My 6" x24" Olga ruler that I picked up for $3 at the thrift store. Before that I was using a generic brand ruler, but I was quickly converted. I would love to have on of those spinning mats though.

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  155. BarbaraJuly 24, 2014 at 5:30 AM

    This is a hard question....but if I had to pick just one tool, I would say my rotary cutter and cutting mat.

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  156. JenetaJuly 24, 2014 at 6:26 AM

    My rotary cutter. Followed by my seam ripper!

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  157. AllisonJuly 24, 2014 at 7:30 AM

    My Olfa rotary cutter is my absolute favorite tool! My first quilt years ago I cut the pieces with scissors. Thanks to Olfa, never again!

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  158. Heidi OJuly 24, 2014 at 7:49 AM

    Does my sewing machine count? I love my rotary cutter too - I'd love to try this small one!

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  159. Missenota aka Kristin S.July 24, 2014 at 7:59 AM

    Cute block! I'm an Olfa devotee myself and can attest that the right cutting mat makes all the difference in the life of your blade (as well as the accuracy of your blocks and the cleanliness of your cutting table.) So I'm going to go with my self-healing cutting mat. I do keep my rotary cutter in a pretty adorable ceramic frog as well.

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  160. JessicaJuly 24, 2014 at 8:17 AM

    I love my rotary cutter, I'd be lost without it.

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  161. KathleenJuly 24, 2014 at 8:25 AM

    My seam ripper.

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  162. vwladyJuly 24, 2014 at 9:12 AM

    All of my Olfa rotary cutters, of course! I have all the sizes...some more than one!

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  163. UnknownJuly 24, 2014 at 9:46 AM

    Love my rotary cutters...use them ALL of the time!

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  164. SewbigJuly 24, 2014 at 9:46 AM

    My rotary cutter and mat. Can't have one without the other and I wouldn't be quilting without them.

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  165. IrisJuly 24, 2014 at 11:29 AM

    Obviously my olfa cutter and mat, followed very closely by my seamripper

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  166. Dita BybeeJuly 24, 2014 at 11:46 AM

    Obviously, my favorite is my rotary cutter, mat and ruler! I actually use Olfa! They're sharrrrpppp! Except the one I have actually needs a new blade :)

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  167. EmilyJuly 24, 2014 at 12:22 PM

    Love my rotary cutter, ginghers, and wonder clips.

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  168. auschickJuly 24, 2014 at 12:44 PM

    I do love my Olfa cutter! And my Gingher scissors!! And pretty much anything made by Clover!

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  169. Kaizen Fashion ProjectJuly 24, 2014 at 1:56 PM

    My favorite sewing tool is my rotary cutter!
    heatheranne99 at gmail dot com

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  170. Mel_LindJuly 24, 2014 at 3:27 PM

    I love my 45mm Olfa rotary cutter!! Thanks for the giveaway!

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  171. Jen BarnardJuly 24, 2014 at 3:46 PM

    It's a tie between my rotary cutter and fabric scissors.
    jen dot barnard at btinternet dot com

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  172. DebbieJuly 24, 2014 at 3:58 PM

    Love my leather thimble, which fits my finger perfectly for hand sewing

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  173. Fuchsia NarcissusJuly 24, 2014 at 4:43 PM

    Plain old marking pen!

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  174. CraftykthyJuly 24, 2014 at 5:05 PM

    I love my rotary cutter 45 mm and would love to have the 28

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  175. PattiJuly 24, 2014 at 6:15 PM

    Today I love my Frixion pen!

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  176. carolannJuly 24, 2014 at 8:54 PM

    I love the rotary cutter! carolann427@aol.com

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  177. UnknownJuly 24, 2014 at 9:05 PM

    My seam ripper is my favorite! Thanks for the chance to win!

    shannybakes(at)Hotmail(dot)com

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  178. Granny's AtticJuly 24, 2014 at 10:27 PM

    I think it would be my pattern design software.

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  179. GranChrisJuly 24, 2014 at 10:31 PM

    Other then my rotary cutter it has to be my seam ripper. I can't live without either of these.

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  180. EdigeJuly 25, 2014 at 12:29 AM

    Please count me in too... My favourite sewing tool is my rottary cutter. I just love it!
    Thanks for the chance,
    Edit from Hungary

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  181. AnnJuly 25, 2014 at 9:19 AM

    My little metal sewing ruler with the slide mark...not sure of the real name! Then my seam ripper. Love my rotary cutter but after dropping it and having it slice through my slipper and foot I am pretty paranoid using it.

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  182. Lisa EJuly 29, 2014 at 3:10 PM

    Rotary cutters make my life so much easier! Have a few of the Olfas lying around. Besides them, I love my Gingher scissors, my Clover seam ripper, and my Bernina!

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  183. UnknownApril 11, 2015 at 5:40 PM

    Hello!
    Thanks for sharing.
    I am a beginner quilter, and I love OLFA products, please make a tutorial for teaching us how to cut fabric using the lines degree of the OLFA's rulers.

    Greetings from Ecuador.

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