Cutting Mats

Protect Your Surfaces and Ensure Accurate Measurements the Right Cutting Mats

Cutting mats are essential tools for anyone with a passion for arts and crafts because they are purpose-made for the task at hand. Choose from grip mats and cutting boards, space-saving foldable cutting mats, mats for rotary cutting, and punchboards for creating a variety of shapes and sizes. Cutting mats not only protect your work surface, they ensure your measurements are accurate and your lines are clean. At Spotlight, we stock special Cricut grip cutting mats which are essential for holding your material in place and allowing clean cutting. Discover more about cutting mats below.

Cutting Mats FAQS

What is a grip cutting mat?

Crip cutting mats are cutting mats that have an adhesive surface and are designed to hold your material in place. This is particularly useful for Cricut projects as well as intricate paper crafting and customisations.

Do I need a cutting mat when using a rotary cutter?

When using a rotary cutter, you need a cutting mat to protect your surface and ensure easy cutting. A cutting mat will ensure that the rotary cutter can spin effectively and a cutting mat can also help you achieve straighter lines.

What cutting mat size do I need?

Cutting mats come in many sizes, for hobbies and small projects, choose a small cutting mat such as 22cm x 22cm or 30cm x 30cm. For larger projects and quilting you may require a full size cutting mat such as 46cm x 61 cm or 61cm x 91 cm.

Discover the Entire Range of Cutting Tools & Accessories at Spotlight

• Craft Cutting Tools: Make precise cutting with any kind of material hassle-free with our selection of purpose-designed cutting tools, trimmers and trimming boards (for adults but also cutting tools specifically designed with the safety and crafting ambitions of kids in mind).
• Craft Knives & Blades: You'll never have a dull crafting moment if you ensure your craft knives and blades are regularly changed. Keeping things sharp is one of the secrets to great crafting.
• Paper Punches: Use punches for paper to cut perfect circles or apply your punch technique creatively to produce half-circles or intricate patterns like laced edging.
• Craft Scissors: Are essential for all crafting projects and handy to have around the house.
• Quilting Mats: specifically made for quilting, these mats include patterns and measurements that may come in handy when quilting.

Find The Right Craft Cutting Mats & Boards At Spotlight

Ready to buy? Shop through our cutting mats online. Alternatively, head into a Spotlight store to check out the cutting mats we have available and speak with one of our friendly customer service team who'll be happy to answer your questions. At Spotlight, we stick craft cutting boards and supplies from leading brands such as Cricut, Fiskars, Silhouette and much more so you know you are getting a quality product. Shop online today and enjoy the convenience of home delivery, or find a Spotlight store near you to purchase in person! We are here to help you on your creative journey!