AccuQuilt GO! Parallelogram 45 Degree - 2 1/4" x 2 13/16" Sides (1 1/2" x 2 1/8" Finished) - 55402
Parallelograms are a basic building block in quilting. A simple shape that adds a great twist to quilt designs. The GO! Parallelogram-2 1/4" x 2 13/16" die is typically used with GO! Half Square Triangle-1 1/2" Finished Square (55319, 55775).
The GO! Parallelogram-2 1/4" x 2 13/16" die is the perfect size to cut your own parallelograms with your favorite fabrics or out of fabric pieces from your stash.
AQ Cutting Mat Required: GO! Cutting Mat, 5 in. x 10 in.
How to Die Cut 2 1/4" x 2 13/16" Parallelograms:
For best cutting results, position fabric on the lengthwise grain (straight of grain) as it goes under the roller.
- Cut a 9 1/2" strip across the width of fabric. Fanfold into 3 5/8" widths. Place on selected blade and cut. Cut 44 parallelograms across the width of fabric. One yard of 40" wide fabric cuts 132 parallelograms.
Why Quilters Love the GO! Parallelogram- 2 1/4" x 2 13/16" Sides Die:
Tip: Two GO! Half Square Triangle-1 1/2" Finished Squares (55319, 55775) sewn on the long sides of the GO! Parallelogram-2 1/4" x 2 13/16" shape form a 1 1/2" x 3" finished rectangle.
- GO! Parallelogram-2 1/4" x 2 13/16" includes 1/4" seam allowances for easy alignment and piecing.
- Cut parallelograms out of a variety of fabrics: cotton, batiks, wool, felt, flannel, fleece, Cuddle® fabrics and more!
- A great way to use up scraps.
- Free pattern downloads available to get you started.
- Layer Cake and Fat Quarter-friendly.