The simple solution is to walk around to the other side of the table hold the straight edge down with your right hand and push the mat cutter away from you.
Diy mat board cutting.
A cutting mat is a must for an avid craft lover or sewer.
How to create a photo mat by hand without a mat cutter.
This do it yourself video explains all the steps of cutting a professional looking mat for your artwork.
We begin by showing you a simple formula for measu.
It has a 32 cutting capacity perfect for even the largest art i currently have in my home i ll be using its sturdy fixed guide rail for all kinds of consistent cuts but it s perfect for cutting mat board.
A cutting mat should be made of self healing plastic which prolongs the life and improves the quality of the mat itself.
Its guides allow for mat frames as narrow as 3 4 or as wide as 4 1 4 hurray for accommodating both the subtle and the chunky.
Support the show on patreon https goo gl w3pg2j in this video i show how to cut mat board for some custom picture frames i ve been working on.
Mats provide a sturdy surface for cutting fabrics and craft materials while protecting the table they rest on.