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How to cut covers out perfectly.
MD997:
I was just wondering if anyone knew a good way, besides a paper cutter, to cut out the covers perfectly straight. I tried using an exacto knife, but it still leaves a lot of extra paper on the edges.
Thanks - :)
tbonesteak4dinner:
Mounted paper cutters can be had for pretty cheap off of craigslist - could be a good investment too if you plan on doing a lot of covers. Everybody is trying to get rid of office supplies like that.
Otherwise use a cutting board, exacto knife, and a thin metal ruler to keep it all straight.
Retro Deckades:
I use this, and it works near flawlessly.
http://www.amazon.ca/Fiskars-12-Inch-Surecut-Deluxe-Trimmer/dp/B0038F1A0S/ref=sr_1_8?ie=UTF8&qid=1346698745&sr=8-8
My wife actually picked this up to construct our wedding invitations. It can be a little pricey, but if there are other things you could think to use it for, it might be worth it. Something in the same vein may work well, too. Since using it, I couldn't dream of going back.
It makes it incredibly easy to line up the cut. I used to use a ruler and an exacto knife, but once your ruler gets a nick or two in it, it can quickly become a disaster.
Blueprint:
I used a cutting board , metal ruler and xacto knife, i also do free hand with a good pair of scissors... ;)
zakurowrath:
There's also things called Paper Guillotines that do the job as well:
http://www.amazon.com/Swingline-ClassicCut-Guillotine-Paper-Trimmer/dp/B00006IATI/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1335658804&sr=8-2
Art teachers and graphic designers have them also if you don't wanna buy one.