The answer to that question is economics.
Cutting pressing mats.
Cutting mats are constructed of a durable plastic material that under normal usage will not warp or crack.
A big selling point for them is that they allow you to be mobile but let s get real i don t need to be that mobile.
Sale spring assist pro series.
My mat is only 17 x 24.
One side has a grid rotary mat with permanent angles and bias lines.
One side is a durable rotary cutting mat with a solid surface that extends the life of the rotary blade and includes permanent angles and bias lines for easy and quick mitering.
My sewing room is my favorite.
Opened flat 2 separate surfaces with combined open measurement of 26 1 2 x 19.
All printed dimensions on mats and pressing surfaces are quality controlled for accuracy.
It s hard to find large wool pressing mats.
Sale double sided self healing cutting mat 3 stars 14 was between 4 99 to 34 99 now from 2 50 to 17 50 quick view self locking tweezers price 7 99 quick view fiskars fabric knife price 15 99 quick view round the corner ruler price 12 99 quick view.
Cut press and square the smallest quilting pieces with complete accuracy with this two sided mat.
It s really hard to find a mat large enough to press a standard yard of fabric.
June tailor cut n press 12 x 18 i have had this cutting mat for years.
I like to keep it in my lap while sewing so i can quickly snip dog ears trim blocks and iron without having to keep getting up and sitting down.
Rocky mount nc 572 sutter s creek blvd rocky mount nc 252 972 0023 get directions.
Fold away closed measures 19 x 8 x 13.
Features a velcro closure that keeps it securely shut when not in use.
Product title fiskars 18 x 24 two sided self healing cutting mat average rating.
That is a pretty steep price to pay just to cut down on some ironing work.
Depending on where you buy your wool pressing mat you may spend up to 50 to 75 just for one small one.
Other side is a cushioned 1 inch grid pressing surface which enables you to square during pressing additional grid features provide bias angle circle markings and bold center lines.
Contains 12 x 18 cutting mat on one side and a padded pressing surface on the other.
Also you can tailor make your wool pressing mat to fit your situation.
Pressing surfaces are cotton poly blend to minimize stretching shrinking and distortion of grids.