How to cut burlap in straight lines

Today I have an easy tip for you: how to cut burlap fabric in straight lines.

If you’ve ever cut burlap and come away frustrated, then this post is for you!

Step One: Take a piece of the burlap’s fringe, i.e. one string. Gently and slowly begin pulling it out of the burlap. 

Step Two: If it starts to bunch up, just smooth out the fabric and proceed.

Step Three: Remove the burlap string and in its place is a straight line for you!

Step Four: To give yourself a right angle, just repeat the above steps by starting with any burlap string that intersects the straight line you just made. 

And to cut out a square in burlap: Just measure how big (or small) you want your square to be, repeat the above steps one more time, and cut out your square!

Happy crafting!

~Laura