Simple squares are not simple to cut perfectly unless you’re using a GO! die. The GO! Square 5 1/2" (5” Finished) Die cuts up to 6 layers of cotton at a time. Use these blocks together or team them up with dies like the GO! Rising Star Die or GO! Tangled Square Die that finishes at 10” for endless creative options! •AQ Cutting Mat Required: GO! Cutting Mat, 10 in. x 10 in. (25.4 cm x 25.4 cm) How to Die Cut 5 1/2" Squares: For best cutting results, position fabric on the lengthwise grain (straight of grain) as it goes under the roller. Cut a 6" strip across the width of fabric. Fanfold into 6" widths. Place on selected blade and cut. Cut 6 squares across the width of fabric. One yard of 40" wide fabric cuts 36 squares. Why Quilters Love the GO! 5 1/2" Square Die: The GO! Square-5 1/2" die is the perfect size to cut your own squares with your favorite fabrics or out of fabric pieces from your stash. GO! Square-5 1/2" includes 1/4" seam allowances for easy alignment and piecing. Cut squares 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 AccuQuilt Benefits: Cut so much more fabric in less time. Get accurate cuts every time -- No slipping rulers or mistakes Easiest to use -- Simply place die on cutter, then fabric and cutting mat on top Save fabric with Two Tone Foam -- Get more out of your fabric by placing it only over the shape you want to cut. Safe to use -- No blades come anywhere near your fingers Die Tips: With some fabrics, after cutting, a thread or two will remain where die blades meet. Snip threads with scissors. Blades on some dies are positioned at an angle. Align fabric to edge of shape, not edge of die board. Use good quality fabric to reduce fabric stretch. It's always a good idea to test cut one shape before cutting many shapes to ensure fabric orientation is correct.