A cutting mat gives you a protected surface to cut on, so your blades stay sharp and your table stays scratch free while you work with fabric, vinyl, paper, and other craft materials for sewing, quilting, scrapbooking, and general crafting. Most mats are self healing, with printed grid lines that make measuring and cutting a lot more accurate. It doesn't matter if you're cutting with a rotary cutter, a craft knife, or an electronic cutting machine like the Scan N Cut, the right mat keeps material from slipping and gives you a cleaner edge.
Pair your mat with a quilting ruler for straight cuts, like the Quilters Select 2.5x18 ruler that matches our Quilters Select mat above, or add Omnigrid fussy cut templates for repeat shapes. Working with craft vinyl or vinyl precuts? A grid mat makes those cuts easier to keep straight and even. For more mat brands and sizes, including Martelli, check out our full mats and sewing notions collections.
