Are you making these 5 common DIE CUTTING MISTAKES?

[@CraftStashcoukTV]

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[@bevmeyer6713]

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[@droolingzombies]

that last idea was awesome! 🤩

[@marthastrayton]

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[@lisabates7390]

I agree! And I always throw those away. Not now! Looks like I'll be filing them away! 😊

[@hippomom26]

Thank you so much for these tips! I'm a newbie at die-cutting. Just bought my first Big Shot (I'm almost 70 years young!). I love using it and making cards. Now I feel much more confident! Cheers ❤🎉🇺🇸

[@manthiejoy]

Me, too. I'm 72 and eagerly awaiting for my Big Shot to arrive. Such helpful tips for us starters.

[@sherylosullivan9619]

Great little reminders. But no, we would not throw the offcuts in the bin! Crafters do not throw coloured card scraps in the bin.

[@thepeddler9226]

Never!

[@grammyet]

Thinner paper, especially vellum, requires a shim (an extra piece or two of scrap cardstock) for a good cut. Another paper crafting friend told me to add a piece of thin plastic cut from something like a thin plastic shopping bag or the clear packaging that is often packaged on a collection of paper, will help keep your plates from curling up. Just cut the plastic roughly to the size of the plate and layer it on the plate away from the blades. This also helps cut out intricate dies with better success. Thank you for the great tips! :)

[@Pebblesmas]

Yep i use both tips myself and that really works

[@lauramartin7300]

Thanks for that tip .I will have to try it.

[@CraftStashcoukTV]

Great tip - thanks for sharing!

[@kimdad8831]

Old poly pockets and vinyl bags bedding comes are especially useful for this too x

[@nathalieheath5693]

A piece of cardboard or an Amazon envelope works wonders! The plates just need a bit more pressure!

[@michelegourd5742]

Lou, This was so very helpful!! I did not realize putting the die cutting side up makes a big difference!! And how to place the die in certain areas!! Thanks so so much!!

[@edithshaw2473]

I have a tip to add. I have found with very thin paper like the vellum I add 1 layer of copy paper against the paper I am cutting on the side opposite of the die but under the cutting plate the cut goes through. The die cuts through the vellum & into the copy paper making clean cuts.

[@Reesearoon]

Fantastic! You can't hear me, but I'm hooting with typical American excitement -I've wanted to cut both foam and vellum but failed so many times. Thank you!

[@dianalama1591]

All tips were great but the last one… superb!!! It makes sense about not crowding the dies… it lessens the due pressure on the dies👍

[@Kim-zg6mw]

Brilliant and very helpful! 😘 Especially the tip about placing the die face up because I never quite knew which way to put it to get the best cut and was always running it through the die machine twice, getting a double cut! Nothing beats listening to a woman with experience!! Thank you xxx

[@bethrogers5656]

Lou, even though I’ve been die cutting for years, always learning something from your videos! Thank you! You did have some other tips in the past (can’t remember which ones though) including using acetate packaging to collect little bits from intricate dies and also something about paper piecing too. Would love if you could do another video with advance die cutting tips!

[@CraftStashcoukTV]

We're glad you picked up some tips from this video! Is there anything you struggle with in particular with die-cutting or are you just looking for some extra wow-factor and inspiration?

[@bethrogers5656]

@@CraftStashcoukTV I’ve tried paper piecing (like with that large butterfly die you used) and end up spending so much time trying to match the little bits into the right places as they just fall willy nilly on the table. Bulk die cutting tips for making multiples (like for Christmas cards), and successful cover plate die cutting. And any other extra inspiration would be great!

[@andreah993]

I'd love to know this to. I've tried double sided sticky paper but I'm obviously doing something wrong lol. X Xc

[@julieb8946]

I’ve been crafting for a few years and still enjoyed your video! These were great reminders! Thanks for keeping it short, sweet and concise! Have a crafty weekend! 😊

[@deballen7031]

Hi. Thanks for the heads-up. I had often wondered about the 'die up versus die down' thing. Have a good day 😊

[@ChrisAndCats]

I've always cut up, primarily because if you cut down, the bottom plate is the bent cut one which can then bend your die.

[@user-mv9tt4st9k]

I always forget die blades up, ha ha. The rollers exert more pressure from the top.

[@andrealampert6800]

Thank you so much for this video! I have cover dies that I cannot get to cut anywhere but at the edge. The tip on using softer paper really helped. I still have to use a craft blade to finish a few spots, but so much less that the dies actually become useful, now! 😁

[@LindaHunter-f7q]

Thanks for all your amazing tips I’ve just bought a dizzily machine and not used it yet so I’m grateful for your advice 🥰

[@conniesanginesi4676]

Thanks for this information, these tips will be helpful to all of us novices.

[@sharesos]

Thank you so much, very informative for a newbie here ❤

[@christineeagan3476]

Thank you from SW Michigan. It helps when you explain the reason why it won't cut properly. All great ideas and solutions.🎉🎉

[@auzzygirl8175]

Thank you for all these tips. Could you do a video on the use of the chrome precision base plate? Thank you.

[@Cyrilmc222004]

Thank you so much Lou I really really enjoyed watching you take us all through those different die cutting mistakes. This is really really helpful and useful too. Please stay safe and well too xxx Mags ❤❤❤❤

[@CraftStashcoukTV]

We're glad you loved it!

[@ruthjames715]

Loved the tips especially the last one. Thank you. Ruth down under.

[@craftycs8917]

Thanks for sharing your tips Lou. Happy Crafting x

[@CraigsOverijse]

just stumbled on this great tips thank you, I move my dies around all the time to emsure even wear on my rollers, you didnt mention wear on the top plate I turn mine to try and limit warpping

[@robinjohnston7986]

Very good ideas and I love when I learn something new! Thank-you

[@rettalutte9666]

I have been die cutting foe years. Something made me watch this and I'm so glad I did! Learned a couple of tricks. That last one was golden! Thank you!!!!

[@pasnfncy5338]

Thank you for sharing, great tips❤

[@sharonb529]

This is so helpful! Thank you!!!

[@deesmith4800]

Oooh interesting about placing diagonally

[@CraftStashcoukTV]

We agree!😊 - a super easy but effective die-cutting tip from Lou!

[@urshurakdieohnekanal9291]

Awesome, I learned so much today, thank you so much!!!

[@TheLakingc]

Thank you. I had never heard these tips before. Now i understand why my cuts can be uneven. I loved how you used the left over to make a background silhouette, it was lovely.

[@cindycoleman5196]

This is the best video I have seen on tips and tricks. Thank you.

[@orlahastings4563]

Brilliant tips Lou, very useful and helpful indeed. Thank you for sharing. ❤😘

[@flowerlila21248]

Like your videos, watching the playlist. The tip I got from another crafter: put a piece of bubble wrap under the cardstock you die cutting. Works like a charm, and since then, I 'm collecting all bubble wrap packages that Amazon sends my stuff in.

[@sandypritchard311]

So helpful, thank you !

[@julee0613]

Wow, I learned quite a bit from this video. thanks

[@cmcarpenter123cardsandthings]

Thank you for all the great tips😊

[@Dltp259]

Omg! I’ve done so many things wrong! This is super helpful!!

[@dianerollings3474]

That has taught me so much. I always cut with my die facing down. But you make so much sense . I will be changing a habit. Thank you. Using the cut out to colour in is a fantastic tip. Thank you so much ❤

[@CraftStashcoukTV]

Glad you found it helpful!

[@kelh3012]

So happy to have found this video! I don’t even have my big shot out of the box yet but am gathering tips!! Question, when thrifting, how do you know if a die is a good piece to buy? Or is it better to buy new, on sale of course!😅 And what about heat bond? Can that be run through the cutter after it has been adhered to fabric or card stock successfully?! Thanks, Kel

[@joannequagliara6073]

Thank you so much ❤

[@ruthmccurry1457]

Thank you for your tips. Even though I've been making cards for years, I'm not very good and your tips help a lot. I use tiny punches to cut out the left over paper or cardstock. Then these can be used as embellishments or shaker bits.

[@CraftStashcoukTV]

Great tip!

[@rhondachapman3688]

These are great tips, thank you for showing them to us, I’ll definitely be using the last one 💜

[@CraftStashcoukTV]

You're welcome! Can't wait to see your die-cutting creations, make sure to tag us - #CraftStash !

[@joycebookasong]

In glad you used that butterfly die, I hadn't yet cut it successfully But, I've always cut it horizontally so, I will try again tomorrow.

[@AmandaBurchell-yv6op]

Absolute genius! I'm fairly new to paper crafting and this video has been a revelation! Thank you! X

[@Denisej61]

I have been crafting for more years than I like to remember but I found these tips very helpful. I especially liked the last one, I would never have thought to do that. Thankyou so much 😘

[@amandapritchard9840]

Thks Lou that was great tips for beginners like myself

[@CraftStashcoukTV]

We're glad you enjoyed! We've got plenty more beginner-friendly videos on our channel - make sure you check them out!

[@lynnemorton6055]

Hi Lou, yet another great video with fantastic tips n tricks. The things a beginner needs to know n a expert sometimes forget. Brilliant. Thank you as always x

[@stephaniephillips8889]

Great tips. Thank you

[@abijahdixon2771]

I was thinking of using the leftover paper for patterns as well. Thanks i learned some new stuff!

[@huntersun9]

Just received my Big Shot today and these are great tips! Thanks!

[@paulariddle7066]

Great tips . Im always running the dies back and forth, ill try putting the upside down with the paper on top.

[@KatyLiedToMe]

wow very helpful, especially tip #3

[@fernzazzetta4651]

Thank you 🙏🏻 for those AWESOME tips Lou! I love your tutorials, because they don’t drone on!!! 👌🏻🩷🐨🌺

[@irisbradley8777]

Thank you! Great tips!

[@CraftWorldHQ]

Really good die-cutting tips Lou! thanks for sharing

[@rebeccaacquah1475]

Absolutely brilliant video so helpful I've subscribed so I can get more help and advice thanks so much 😊

[@jillmydler2847]

Great information.

[@joycepedercini3841]

Thank you for such an awesome video!! I’m very new to diecutting and gather as many tips as I can

[@CraftStashcoukTV]

We're glad you found it helpful!

[@terrylkasper8541]

Good ideas, thanks!

[@mitzi66]

I really struggled at first, but I really enjoy die cutting now, it's so therapeutic! I do have 4 different machines though. My tip for stubborn dies is save your packaging, them sheets of foam and even Jiffy bags, the ones with paper on the outside and bubble wrap in the middle, even gives a nice emboss. Jennifer Maguire has the best tip for flattening plates too, with boiling water and a heavy pan. I use old broken plates for embossing folders in the Bigshot Plus, keeps the other cutting plates flatter for die cutting.

[@CraftStashcoukTV]

Great to hear about your journey with die-cutting - and thank you for sharing your own tips and tricks!

[@reneenelson7089]

Looks very smooth

[@cindymitchell7060]

Great tips!!

[@EmpressLindaRyan]

Thanks Lou, very helpful tips

[@susanmyrick2913]

Excellent. And I thought I knew it all. I used to get Create and Craft on TV here but no more…loved you then too!

[@cynthiatuczynski9491]

Lots of great ideas. Thank you for sharing. 😊🤗

[@sophievandale5633]

Thank you for sharing these tips, I have a die I am going to try this one right now😊

[@petahills579]

Thank you so much for those. I learnt a lot today. 😊

[@charleneluedtke5751]

Thanks for your die cutting tips. I am always looking for ideas for making my experience better/easier!

[@brendaelainewaddell1682]

Thanks so much Lou. Great tips and reminders as well. 😊🇨🇦

[@lucindazelna4351]

Great tips thank you

[@Linda-qq5mg]

I learned so many tips in this very informative video! Thanks so much. I have subscribed!

[@jeannedyer4963]

Very helpful TY

[@lindagunter7811]

Wow!! Thanks ❤

[@dorittajohnson6297]

So helpful! Thanks.

[@jt66-40]

This was really helpful - thanks!

[@sallyapplegate4591]

Brilliant!!!!😊

[@barbaraarmstrong4295]

Excellent!

[@edithshaw4812]

What glue do you use for glue on foam. Getting foam to stick to paper or other foam is a problem for me. When I am creating a project. I use scraps to test glues to determine what will work best. Thanks,

[@jeanadamsick9854]

SO GOOD TO KNOW, THANKS. Do take care. Fl.

[@marylouhardoin3008]

Very helpful, thank you.

[@lesleyrawlings4209]

Never seen a butterfly like that, was it for a different kind of card ? Very interesting video Thankyou ..

[@LovinglfDesigns]

There's lots of types of thin paper that can be cut through just like there are thicker papers like glitter paper that are more difficult to cut through. It's just a matter of how you do it. Maybe reframe it as not a mistake but as a need to use a different technique when cutting. There's very little (paper, thin metal, fabric etc.) that you can't cut through when using the right technique for that particular material.

[@jaylenelobese4257]

Thank you for sharing.

[@ngahinamcgrath7876]

Oh you are clever thank you so much

[@CraftStashcoukTV]

Glad to help

[@sherylbrownhill3999]

Thanks Lou

[@kathyreed6841]

Thank you, some good tips.

[@dtgreen6]

Lovely, thank you.

[@lauramartin7300]

Thank you for your tips. I always cut my dies facing down, cause that is what I was told when starting card making. I'm going to try it your way,it kinda makes more sense. What is your opinion on the metal base plate for detailed, intricate dies? I bought one but haven't used it yet. Thanks for Sharing.

[@rowenabrady6279]

what gsm should i use for die cutting and which gsm for the actual card pease

[@jacquiposener7262]

Thanks for this review. I wanted to ask you at what point should I replace my cutting plates? Mine look pretty much like yours right now. Is it time to replace?

[@Karin-]

I have that butterfly die and it is the biggest nightmare ever. I have watched numerous videos of people demonstrating with it, but they never, ever, seem to show a completed version, only how easily a "few" of the pieces are removed. I can appreciate it might be a "time" thing when recording a video, but it would be helpful to see one complete rather than just a few pieces removed and move on. I have tried everything under the sun to get this die to work and nothing ever does, which is the reason, I am unfortunately very sceptical of it. Great ideas though to use with other, more co-operative dies 😊

[@edithshaw4812]

I feel you! I was so frustrated with my fine cut design dies too. I saw a video showing adding paper shims to your stack to get the right pressure and using a metal cutting plate designed for fine cut dies also. I suggest you Google " videos about cutting with fine dies". I have learned from different people additional ways to get these to work properly. It is worth the time to research these techniques. Once you get the sandwich right for the die and paper you're using you will cut out a whole bunch of them easily. I even contacted the maker of my die cutting machine once when trying to die cut a delicate cross and emboss on vellum for a card. Once I figured out the different shims needed I added them to my cutting plates storage so they are there when I need them. I colored on the back of the vellum for a stained glass window and popped the cross up on dimensional to the front of the window for Easter cards . They came out beautifully.

[@Karin-]

@@edithshaw4812 Thank you. Funnily enough someone mentioned the metal plate thing that helped, they had bought it from Temu, so I thought I had nothing to lose, so bought one too. I have used it and it works, but weirdly, I haven't tried using it with this die, which is mad because that's the one that drives me nuts and the reason I bought it in the first place LOL. Thank you for the reminder, I will certainly be giving it a go

[@kristinevencel2898]

Interesting that your adhesive sheets work so well. My sizzix adhesive sheets have one side i cannot remove the paper from. 😖 I also find that there are a few companies that i will not buy dies from. Not sure what their die-making process is but i can never get a good cut from them. So i dont buy them. Thank you for sharing your ideas. I believe by trial and error i have already found these ideas, although i have a heavy weight vellum that cuts like butter and have found a great foam for die cutting also. One of my fav techniques!

[@nancyjohnston6076]

Awesome tips! BUT I WANT to know - how are you keeping your plates so flat?

[@user-mv9tt4st9k]

When a plate starts to warp, turn it over. I constantly flip my plates whenI die cut.

[@nancyjohnston6076]

Oh, I do, but they seem to warp after just one cut even. I think I have a really high pressure machine.

[@CricketsBay]

Are you leaving the precision baseplate or a shim in the die sandwich? You don't need it except for small, hard-to-cut dies. Using it for every die all the time will cause too much pressure and warp the plates.

[@lisabates7390]

Ive also never seen anyone turn the die ipside down and put the paper on top to run through the machine. That is very interesting. Im gonna start doing that also. I have a lot of dies that dont cut well.

[@julieb737]

I’ve seen cards on Facebook with vellum butterflies . How do they manage it , as you imply it just can’t be done .

[@lazymom3518]

I would adjust the sandwich by adding shims until I get a cut I like.

[@karenschneider8456]

Lou, I have a question. Does it make a difference if die is placed face down or face up?

[@karenschneider8456]

Question answered! Thank you

[@alidamarin7540]

Hola hooola...alguien me puede decir cómo poner los subtitulo en Español porfavor 🙏. Gracias. Apenas estoy aprendiendo 😊

[@mojganlavi]

What brand is your cutting machine

[@OKBoomer2k]

It looks like a Sizzix to me.

[@cindytartt4048]

I find Masking Magic and the Stick It products better as they always cut thru & there’s a place from which you can easily peel each sticky sheet…

[@reneenelson7089]

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