How to Cut Burlap

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Did you know there’s a certain way to cut burlap so it won’t fray? When I was at Joann’s the lady at the fabric counter showed me how to cut it so it won’t fray and it cuts a perfect straight line.

How to cut burlap

All you do is pull one of the strings on the end and it will leave a small gap. Just cut right in between the gap.

So be sure you pull the string in the same place where you want to cut!

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11 Comments

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  2. Gloria J Allen
    October 19, 2016 at 1:54 pm  ·  Reply
    I did this and it still ravels and it is not straight .
    • Marti@SewliciousHomeDecor
      October 19, 2016 at 3:55 pm  ·  Reply
      Hi Gloria! Thank you for stopping by. This was a tip given to me by my local sewing store. I haven't had any problems with it, I would suggest to make sure you are cutting in the area where the string was pulled out. I know sometimes it can be hard to tell where the string was pulled from. Hope this helps! :)

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  4. The Happy Creations
    May 31, 2014 at 8:09 am  ·  Reply
    What a great tip Marti!! Thanks:)

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  6. Katie @ Upcycled Treasures
    March 11, 2014 at 11:49 am  ·  Reply
    This is such a great tip! Thanks for sharing at The Makers!
  7. Debbie @Dewdrop Gables
    March 3, 2014 at 11:13 pm  ·  Reply
    When I worked in the garden centre, that's how I taught new staff & customers how to cut the burlap off the roll. It works perfect every time! Debbie :)

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