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=====Description=====

Use a sharp knife against a steel '''[[Safety Ruler]]''' on a '''[[Cutting Mat]]''' whenever possible. Blunt blades do not cut properly and take too much pushing through the material.


Keep fingers always behind the cutting edge and don't press too hard. Several gentle shallow cuts into card will often produce better results than attempting one heavy cut.

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<span style="color: red">'''Safety Point!'''
Always use a '''[[Craft Knife]]''' together with a '''[[Safety Ruler]]''' and '''[[Cutting Mat]]''' to protect fingers and table tops.
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<span style="color: green">'''Note:'''
'''[[Scissors]]''' can be used for paper and thin card but will tend to distort heavier card. A good sharp knife is usually best. Replace blades often and test for sharpness by cutting scrap paper.
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=====Cutting Curves and Circles=====

Curves and circles can be cut using a '''<dtamazon product="B000BK7NWC" type="text">Compass Cutter</dtamazon>''' or a '''<dtamazon product="B000BNLLHW" type="text">Cutting Wheel</dtamazon>''' for curved shapes, in combination with a '''[[Cutting Mat]]''' 

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| <dtamazon product="B000BK7NWC" type="image">Compass Cutter</dtamazon>
| <dtamazon product="B0006O88AE" type="image">Circle Cutter</dtamazon>
| <dtamazon product="B000BNLLHW" type="image">Cutting Wheel</dtamazon>
| <dtamazon product="B001IOZUHK" type="image">Cutting Mat</dtamazon>
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