What Are Mini Die Cuts?
Die cutting machines have metal shapes with sharp edges that cut a precise shape in paper. They can be large and used on an industrial level or smaller, similar to paper hole punches that are used for home arts and crafts. The smaller versions of die cutters are called mini die cutters, which produce mini die cuts.
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Definition
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The paper shapes cut by mini die cutters are called mini die cuts. While many machines are available to make your own, paper craft and scrapbooking products usually include mini die cuts. Small stickers, note cards, envelopes and labels created with die cuts are described as mini die cuts. Even many cake decorating products are created by using mini die cutters that can cut fondant and gum paste to create shapes to put on cakes and cupcakes. The term generally refers to a small paper shape made using a die cut.
Cutter Specs
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Mini die cutters come in many different sizes, from a small stamp size to large printer-sized machines that can roll out sheet after sheet of precision-cut paper. Most mini die cutters have protective casing and are suitable for children to use. Several mini die cutters are portable and can come in a number of different die shapes.
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Uses
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Mini die cutters can be used to create shapes in paper for scrapbooking, letter stationary, and arts and crafts projects. The small cutout shapes the mini die cutter creates can be used as confetti or filling for a gift box or bag. The shape it leaves in the paper can be used to frame pictures in photo albums or as stencils.
Purchase
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Mini die cuts are available at most arts and crafts stores in nearly every shape imaginable. Mini die cut labels and stickers are often included in scrapbooking packages. Mini die cuts can also be found at paper and stationary stores, or you can make your own mini die cuts using mini die cutters that can be purchased at arts and crafts stores and toy stores.
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