I’m a gigantic Brother fan, as my sewing, embroidery, serger, and coverstitch machines are all produced by Brother. Place the template on top of your fabric and trace it using a pencil. Cut out the circle following the traced line. It is essential to know what you want to cut, how much you want to cut, and how fast you need it cut.

Can cut paper, emboss, and work with more than just fabric! I use mine primarily for card making and as an embossing machine. When selecting your preferred cutting technique, it’s important to consider your level of comfort and experience with the tools at hand. There are a few different methods to choose from, each with its own advantages and disadvantages. Here are three options to consider: To add seam allowance, you can use a ruler and fabric marker to measure and mark the desired amount around the circumference of your circle. A good measurement to use is 1/4 inch or 1/2 inch, depending on the project. Once you have marked the seam allowance, use fabric scissors to carefully cut around the circle, making sure to leave the marked seam allowance intact. With seam allowance added, your circle is now ready to be stitched and finished into a beautiful final product. Column 1

After tracing the circle, use the scissors to cut along the line. Take your time and cut slowly to avoid cutting too much or too little of the fabric. It’s better to cut a bit at a time and adjust as needed than to cut too much and ruin the fabric. When measuring and marking your fabric, it’s important to use straight lines and precise measurements to ensure accuracy in your project. One way to do this is by using a ruler or tape measure to mark the circumference of your circle. First, determine the diameter of your circle by measuring from one side to the other. Then, divide that measurement by two to get the radius. Use the radius to measure out the circumference of your circle along the edge of your fabric, making small marks at regular intervals. Speaking of built-in patterns, all Cricut patterns included with Cricut machines are in Cricut Design Space and are accessed that way, whereas hundreds of free designs are included in the software on the Brother ScanNCut machine.

Some fabric cutters like the AccuQuilt Go! or Sizzix Big Shot Plus require no computer, electricity, or technical expertise. While there are other less expensive Cricut cutting machines (ex. Cricut Explore Air 2 or Cricut Explore 3), they require bonding fabric before cutting. This is perfect for applique, but I don’t bond quilt fabrics.

I watch TV while I cut fabric. I’m so far 100% injury-free using my fabric cutters, but unfortunately, my fingers can’t say the same when I use my rotary cutter and only half paying attention. If you accidentally cut too much, don’t worry! You can always trim a little more, but you can’t undo a cut that’s too short. After cutting the circle, remove any pins or weights and unfold the fabric. You should have a perfect circle that can be used for various sewing projects. Remember to always use sharp scissors or a rotary cutter for a clean and precise cut. Now that you’ve got your fabric ready, it’s time to mark your circle. There are a few methods you can use to do this. You can use a template, a compass, or measure and mark by hand.