Rotary cutting mats (those self-healing green ones) are such a great tool for quilters and fiber artists.
They allow for more accurate cuts and protect your cutting table (what, you’ve never accidentally used your rotary cutter on a wooden table?)
Unfortunately, the new ones can have a distinct odor.
A very distinct odor in fact!
For people who have chemical sensitivities it can be enough to make them quite sick.  Not so helpful for creating art.
If you bring home a stinky mat, there are a few things you can do.  If you have the time, let it sit in a garage or shelted place …read more