How To Cut Dies WITHOUT using a Die Cutting Machine

Hello everyone! Now my secret is revealed!!! In this video I show you how to cut dies without using a die cutting machine. I do not own a machine with a big slot and I have tried cutting my big dies with many objects and this is the best of all! If you want to use your dies very often please consider investing in a die cutting machine. Thanks for watching, please leave a comment, Like, and Subscribe to my channel for New ideas and inspirational projects!
Have a blessed day,
Christy
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[@FaithfulDesignsbyChristy]

Thank you for your comments! Many people ask me if they can use a metal knife, a metal ruler, or a stone to rub on the die cuts, and I DO NOT recommend to do that because dies are metal and have a sharp edge, if you use metal or a stone to rub against your dies it will degrade the sharpness of them and eventually your dies will became dull and won’t cut anymore. You can use any hard plastic instead, since this is a softer element it will get worn, but it will preserve the life of your dies. Have fun crafting 💕

[@charityrocks]

I think it’s funny how many people in the comments are so shocked that this can be done by hand! 😂 ❤ There was a world of scrapbooking before these machines were being mass produced for the average consumer. The ladies I knew back in the 80’s and 90’s were absolute pro’s at cutting and embossing by hand. It’s becoming a lost art form imo! Hats off to all of you willing to learn this too. It’s a real talent in my view. Hand made and not mass produced is always better. ❤

[@IdaBohlin]

I haven’t used my scrapping stuff in like 18years now and I saw some cool stencils at AliExpress today and got inspired. I checked my scrapping boxes and found I got embossing plates and stencils that came in a kit back then, checked YT to remind me how I use it correctly but all I could find was this small machines, I never had one of those. Checked my box again and there was a little plastic tool with small metal balls on one side and a hard plastic scorer on the other side. This is exactly how they were used 🤷🏻‍♀️ The machines came a little later due to efficiently make more dies faster I guess. But I like to take my time enjoying my hobbies so I’ll stick to my little strange tool 👌🏻

[@debblws1961]

This is one of the most brilliant crafting tips I’ve ever heard of.

[@SusanScrapPassion]

This is the first time I have seen someone do this. The companies that make the machines will not be very happy with this. But, it is an amazing idea. Especially for those who cannot afford to get a machine. Who would have thought this could be done? Great idea and so helpful.

[@ONightbird]

I was going to say the same thing! (hence the 39 thumbs down for those who paid big $$$$ for a machine) ha!

[@kathleenperez5596]

@@ONightbird *** NJ ♿😀🖐👍👍👍👍💝

[@kathleenperez5596]

*** NJ ♿😀🖐 👍👍👍👍😉😂

[@elizabethbarlow3714]

I cannot afford to buy these expensive tools wanting to start making cards so a good idea. Thank you . Just stumbled on your channel🙏

[@CynicalSim]

@@ONightbird Really? We just got a used machine off Facebook Market Place for $49. Not exactly big money. It is certainly worth it and a huge time-saver if you are making cards.

[@LydiaKrow]

This was very useful. I am a casual crafter and want to use a few REALLY simple die cuts, but didn't want to invest in the machine. I was wondering if something like this would be possible. I still think for those who want to do small flourishes, the machine makes sense but I just want simple circle, oval, square, rectangle shapes to make border cut outs. This should work fine for me. Thanks again!

[@brendalawrence6732]

Shut the front door! I never knew this and have passed on larger dies because I don't have a die machine to accommodate them. I also love your tip about if it doesn't cut all the way by running it through the die cut machine, to do this. I will be definitely putting these tips to work in my craft room. Thank you! Hugs, Brenda

[@aquilaclark814]

Brenda Lawrence you and me both😋😋..

[@katrinasmith5520]

😂😂😂

[@mariapellegrino4815]

And me 🤩

[@cassfonnesbeck8057]

And me too!!!

[@GrdmaKat2000]

I used this method and it definitely put nicks into the bone folder so I switched to my metal bone folder/embossing tool and what a difference with no nicks. I used to break regular plastic handled embossing tools

[@crystall.e8098]

I saw another person Mandy was her name use the bach end of the handle of a butter knife instead of using a bone folder - thought that was a great tip as well if you don't have a bone folder! & she also lightly sprayed a water mist over her paper with using the embossing folders & went over that with the back of a spoon to get a great effect from that as well! I'm so glad that I searched for ways to use these awesome things in my crafting without worrying about the money to spend on these machines! Thank you so much for sharing the secrets 💜😁

[@lisakelly5210]

You should get a medal for this idea . Watch everyone else is gonna copy this idea and say it’s their idea, you should have copy rights . Thanks for sharing who’d have thought how easy this is . Big hugs from the UK 🇬🇧🇬🇧

[@debbiewalker4704]

I am in awe. Great tip. I only have one large die and I spent hours tracing and hand cutting. It worked but was very time consuming. Oh my goodness, next time I will use this method. I can't wait to share this with my friends.

[@Java-Junky]

I bought a similar die to this one a few months ago only to realize it was too big for my machine, so this video is so perfect!

[@anneharrison1849]

I’m also not good at paying attention to die sizes. I think this is great for big dies, but it is quite time consuming. I’ve also wondered about using a brayer with the die facing down onto a self healing cutting mat.

[@fairabbigailgrace]

Thank you for your video! My mother in law gave me some dies for Christmas, I didn't have the heart to tell her that I couldn't use them with it, but I can use them then upload them to my pc. Thank you again!

[@craftylittlerthings]

Great idea! If you want to take away those used ridges on your bone folder, gently rub over it with sandpaper, it may take a few times, but you will get a nice edge back that will make it last longer. xxx

[@annamarielewis7078]

💝You just saved me so much money and aggravation. I ordered many die’s from Temu, then I realized I had no idea how to use them😵‍💫Then I went on the machine hunt, wondering if I even wanted to do this hobby enough to justify a machine? And now you have saved me. Thank you soooooooo much. I so appreciate your efforts 💝💝💝🥰😘😘😘

[@FaithfulDesignsbyChristy]

I’m glad this video was helpful. Remember that it works great for simple dies, it will take more time and effort for the intricate ones 💕

[@missd1428]

Honestly in such amazement watching how this can be done with SUCH MINIMAL pressure and yet the lines are absolutely “machine” clean and precise. Lol laughing at myself looking back at all the times I’ve spent struggling when there was such an easy solution! 🤣

[@evemetzler641]

What a fabulous idea i have had to buy 2 machines cause my first 1 was for amall die cuts then there were sales so i bought more die cuts whic ended up larger than the machine i had so now i had to buy a bigger machine $$$ which i saw this sooner my husband would have been happier..

[@minikraut]

That is SUCH a great idea! I am a happy owner of a die cutting maching that can do large cutting dies and followed the link because I have some extras/doubles of regular cutting dies which I'd love to give away to friends in the neighbourhood , but they don't own a machine at all (but they all have a proper bone folder or two by now after crafting with me!). So at first I felt the title was a bit misleading, thinking this would be for extremly simple shapes, but I was wrong. And your ideas takes all the frustration out of a cut with the machine that didn't quite work out. Thank you, thank you!

[@karmenadagnalan6666]

For someone like me who can't afford a die cutting machine yet thisis very helpful. Thank you for this. ❤️❤️

[@lizwiseman7930]

I've wondered if his method would work but never tried it. You just proved it does! I don't see why it won't work with any die cut when I'm too lazy to get out my BigShot. THANKS, CHRISTY!

[@happymailmagic]

I had *NO IDEA* die-cutting could be done this way!!! I've been wanting just a decent manual die-cutting/embossing machine for the past few years! This is AMAZING!!!

[@carolinewhite9154]

I bought big shot plus limite edition it is really amazing best machine I have ever had

[@sandratheprocraftinatorll1665]

At Tuesday Morning they might have the big kick for 49. My store still has 3 left since they came out in Nov.

[@robinjones394]

Sandra Miranda I saw them at my Tuesday Morning too... I don’t even own a die cutting machine.. I thought of getting i5 at TM... but then I will be spending lots of money on dies...

[@sandratheprocraftinatorll1665]

@@robinjones394 true that but its fun 😆

[@robinrodgers8390]

What great tip. I bought a bunch of dies and when I got them I had no idea how to use them. You are such a sweetie to share your methods. Thank-Robin

[@miriamcassell307]

You get the gold medal for genius! This is such a great idea for people that have electronic die cutting machines. If the power goes out, you can still craft using dies! 👍🏼👍🏼🙌🏼🤗

[@djmusc13]

Christy, you have all the tricks and tips. I've walked by good deals on larger dies for this reason. Thanks so much for Sharing. Have a blessed weekend 😊

[@lenamarie1964]

what a great idea i never even thought about doing this. thanks for your video

[@suebailey]

Such a good tip. It will be especially useful when a die has not quite cut properly, so much easier than using shims. Thank you so much.

[@peggydalsimer6482]

Christy, thank you for the amazing tips, especially for some of us Crafters that don't have all of our supplies and stash built up yet, Many Blessings 🌟💫

[@vynlazxd2731]

Thankyou for this tip I am just learning

[@robertabrady8127]

This a wonderful tip. I don’t need a larger die cutting machine. Thank you for sharing. 😊

[@blessgirlshirl678]

Wow awesome 🤔😃because I haven’t purchased a die cutting machine as of yet, but I purchased a beautiful flower plate at a thrift store. Thank you sooo much. You are so talented, a great gift you’ve been blessed with 🥰

[@JoseRivera-ez4yc]

From Kathy Rivera- This is a brilliant idea! Than you so much! We don't have a dyecuting machine because we can't aford one yet. You just made my day!!!🤗💖😀

[@sherrylhenning5630]

Thanks Christy! My ancient machine finally gave out in the middle of a project I need to finish!

[@wfm5121954]

I thought the same thing. The companies who make the die cutting machines will not be pleased. This is a brilliant idea. I lost all my supplies when I was evicted 3 years ago. I had three die cutting machines. Now I have none. It is irritating. I miss making things. You just gave me a reason to go on!. Honestly. I'm going to buy myself some dies and a good bone folder and try this. Thank you!

[@bloodlacerose1688]

Brilliant!! Sometimes I just want to use my dies but pulling out my machine is just too hard to do, I am weak due to health, and sometimes I just put project aside till I have a better day and then it gets put aside permanently. This will help so much. Thank you so very much for sharing.

[@CanadianQueenmagenta]

WOW!!!!!! I'm gobsmacked! I need a new die cut machine (mine is 16 years old) and this is so helpful to buy some time while I save for what I want. Thank you so much!

[@thejerseylady1]

Wow wow wow, I appreciate your showing us how to do this. Sometimes I just need to do one small cut and do not want to get my die cutter out. Also, as you say, sometimes one little part does not cut all the way through. This way will fix that trouble. Thanks muchly, Gloria

[@BornAgainFarmGirl]

Sure thing this will work , the dies are essentially blades formed into shapes . Great job showing this to all who didn’t think about this before 🙋🏻‍♀️ !

[@kelkelliekel1]

I have dies that I got free with crafting magazines and never used because I don't have the machine, didn't think it was possible without it. Can't wait to try this method! Thanks for sharing!

[@ilovpapercrafting346]

Christy, this is brilliant!!! Although I have two large die cutting machines sometimes it’s inconvenient to use them. The idea of using for a die cut that’s not cleanly cut is awesome!! Thank you for sharing with us!!😃😲😃

[@Darkangelike]

I was considering buying a machine but the steep cost really put me off. I am really happy to see this technique! I am now going to try this instead of buying a machine! Thank you for sharing your skills!

[@Zazou412]

Thank you very much for this video !! I don't spend as much time as I would like doing scrapbook, so I didn't want to spend a lot of money in the machine and it always stopped me to use cut dies. And now I can do whatever ! Cut dies are so cheap ! Thank you !❤

[@FaithfulDesignsbyChristy]

It will be easy to cut this way with the simple dies but if it’s intricate it will be hard to do it.

[@Sandiegeek]

OMG you are a genius! Today one of my crafty friends asked if I had a die cutting machine bec she didn't have one but she bought her first die. She only uses the electronic cutting machine. Next thing I know I open KZbin and this is the first video recommendation. Genius idea, creepy coincidence (if it can be called that lol).

[@iwannadreams3620]

Just saw this video. Such a fabulous idea! Will really help me when my machine doesn't cut out the shape all the way . Thanks so much.

[@RobertaMariaAtti]

Thank you! This was a helpful video. Mixed media can be an expensive undertaking. One has to be creative and find ways to create beautiful images without spending a fortune. Well done!

[@catherinehanson7841]

Thank you so much for showing me this technique! I really like doing it on parts of a die that didn’t everything after passing it through my Big Shot. In the past, I’d run it through a second time and the paper moved so the entire die cut was not usable. Thank you, again, for sharing this. I’m very impressed with how just a simple bone folder can cut even intricate dies!

[@tasst2674]

Brilliant especially for when a small section of a die doesn’t cut. Thank you!

[@jennifer32949]

this is a great idea. when I go on holiday and buy a fie I always want to use it straight away 😊 now I can all I need is my bone folder. thank you for sharing ❤

[@Fit_Kitty]

I had no idea that we could do this! Never would have thought of it - you are brilliant! Thanks!

[@ideasgalore.orginal]

Before I bought my Spellbinder die cutting machine, I tried various method but not this one! Genius! Awesome. Congrats!

[@michiganlighthouse]

This is a great tip for the dies that just won't cut completely in certain areas. I've been finishing them with my craft knife if I really want to save them. But the bone folder will do the trick much better. Thanks.

[@vikingwoman3372]

Thank you so much. i only have a small Cuttlebug and my big dies cant go through it and i cant afford a Big shot plus yet but thanks to you i can use my bigger dies-none of them have any intricat design so it will work well. Bless you. Big hug from Norway

[@monikagrant1977]

I love the fact that we can all do this regardless of size. I'm off to try.😊

[@MarketsofSunshine]

This is perfect because I only have a mini die cutter and I did not want to spend the money to buy a big die cut machine. Thank you so much for sharing your discovery with us

[@desmondehoppie4758]

Wonderful 👏. Great Tutorial. Your Verbal and Visual Instructions are very helpful. Both time saving and money saving. Thank You for taking the time to make this video.

[@ellendematos1363]

You just saved me at least $200! Just got larger border dies that don't fit in my cuttlebug. Thank you Bonefolder...and to you!

[@annfergusson9039]

Thank you for this awesome video. I have ordered some dies, but not bought a machine yet. Now I will probably just buy a small one for detailed dies.

[@lindakilmer2548]

Thank you for this video! I never would have thought that just using a bone folder would work!! This opens a new world for me!!! Great job!!

[@yummymellon4058]

This saves me. I'm currently saving up to buy a used die cutting machine. But really want to use it now in my journal. Thanks

[@karenreeves3958]

What a lifesaving tip! I have some large dies that I can’t use because my die machine is not big enough, but now that you showed me this I am going to try this. I was one step away from buying a bigger die cutting machine, but buying a bone folder makes much more sense. Thanks so much..

[@wordscrafter]

!?! WHAT!?! I had no idea this was possible!!! Completely brilliant!!!!!

[@cassfonnesbeck8057]

Wow! I dont see many hacks I haven't used or considered, but this one is new to me. WOW!!!

[@keilanimaka7782]

So glad I looked into this. I only want to cut eyes out for some projects for crochet and think this method will work for me hopefully as I don’t want to invest in a whole die cutter

[@DIYsCraftswithAna]

OMG!!! I've sold or given away so many dies that I loved because I don't have a machine!!! You're a genius!!! Thanks so much for this. New subscriber here. TFS.

[@craftypenpalmoma]

Wow!! I thought NO WAYYYY. I had to stop and grab my paper, tool and a die to test it on WHILE watching this video and it did work!! Amazing tip!!! I have to share this with my friends!! Thanks so much!! I too have passed up deals on bigger dies for this very reason!

[@lisasexton7997]

I am so happy to have found you and this video. Like many others I’ve passed on larger dies because they won’t fit on the plate of my machine. Whoohoo, now we are not limited!!!! Thanks to you!!! TFS

[@djmmeade2094]

You are amazing I just tried it it worked a little bit bit didn't have the right tool like yr thick bone folder. As I was doing it I learned a nother little trick. .... ladies if you put die face up rub hard ish. You get the print of the die ... like as kids rubbing a crayon over money. If you turn the die over and rub on the flat side looks like you drew it on! Great for background great way for embossing too ! Thank you so much you learn so much from yr video. You got yourself a new subscriber 😁

[@victoriaachukwu317]

Thank you Christy for sharing this wonderful tips that will save me lots money. I appreciate. I got great value for my time.

[@angelpayne2960]

Die cutting machines are usually expensive! This helps save money and room in my craft supply closet! Great idea!

[@sugarhillcrafter1044]

Thank you! I have a couple of die but didn't want to buy a machine. Your way will help me.

[@anitacostanza9057]

Thank you so much! I just want to use a few dies and don't want to buy a machine so this has been so helpful! God Bless You! Happy Holidays!

[@colleenberg5094]

I'm very impressed I don't have a big machine either and never thought of this idea. I'm plan to try tomorrow when I have more light. If it works for me I plan to save my money on buying a machine. Thank you for making my day and sharing your knowledge with all us crafters and you tube watchers. Have a great night! 💜

[@Midlife_Manical_Mayhem]

THANK YOU! i cannot afford a die cutter and have wanted to play with some inexpensive dies. i now think i might just be able to. thanks for sharing.

[@aquilaclark814]

Your video ..is Awesome 😎..I am totally amazed ...I have never seen this demo before ...like some of the other people who commented..that is the real reason I have not bought the larger die cutting dies..Now I can go on and buy them and use the bone folder ..I have two of the bone folders ..thank you so much for making this video !!!you’re a lifesaverGod bless you too sweetheart🙌🏽🙌🏽😋💕..Please let us know when the large book die set comes back in stock 🙏

[@meghanbuckner2163]

Oh mylanta, you saved me! This helped me cut a square in gift boxes (that were too large to go through my big shot) so I could place window sheets inside. Thank you!

[@bettypagano5587]

I am so happy that you have shared this tip with us. You are a genius, something so simple yet so helpful. Now i can use even the smaller dies that i have! Thank you so very much!😄

[@squeekie23]

Wow amazing tip! I’ve seen some dies too big and passed because I only have a little sidekick machine. This is so genius.

[@sjtebo]

This is wonderful. Genius idea. Thank you for sharing, Susan.

[@joannewachel2505]

Thank you, I had a few dies that were too big, now I know there is another way to cut them.

[@catinar3148]

That's a great idea, I have used a rolling pin to how it works, and it did ok but it needed a lot of pressure. I want to try a pasta machine.

[@janetdolan4290]

This is a wonderful solution and will help many crafters! Thank you for sharing.

[@raquelreyes781]

Thank you for showing this I am going to use this idea of yours keep teaching us God bless you and your family

[@soniamarisa1392]

Thanks for this wonderful tip! I sometimes have dies I run through the machine and do not cut all the way through the paper. This tip will definitely help a lot! All the best!

[@jaytee2642]

Wow! Wow! Wow! This is brilliant and yet so simply obvious at the same time. It never occurred to me that dies could be cut this way. Thank you SO MUCH for sharing your secret. ♥️🤗♥️🤗♥️ It opens up so many possibilities for crafters who don't have die machines.

[@terepardo]

THANK YOU, Christy, this is a great tip. I would have never thought of doing it this way but it works perfect!!

[@Car0le125]

Thanks so much for sharing. Sometimes I don't feel like pulling out the machine, selecting the placement of the plates, and cutting the paper to fit the plates. This is so much easier.

[@probed100]

I have been using dies for many years and I never knew you could do this I do have a couple of dies that won’t go through my Gemini so I will have a go . Thanks for showing us 🤩

[@francesstewart7407]

Thank you so much. I only have a small die cutting machine so am restricted to the size of the dies. Not any more. Brilliant!

[@avaDesdemona]

Oh that is brilliant! I'll have to try that inside my art journal. I've always wondered if it would be possible to do cut outs inside a book with a die, but obviously you can't run a book through a die cutting machine. Thank you so much!

[@Taitcreates639]

Super idea, can save a lot of money doing it this way instead of buying a larger machine like I just did. Very good idea. Thank you for sharing.

[@Lisaf825]

Such a helpful hack!!! Thank you!

[@michelle-reneejane51]

Thank you! I've been trying to work out how to do this (pushing down on them with it between acrylic plates) - but I guess it needs the sliding action too 🫣

[@marshafreemon9381]

Oh my goodness gracious!! What a marvelous tip! Thank you so much for sharing! Have a blessed day!

[@robynlutes1415]

Thank you! I’m new to paper crafting and do not have a machine yet. This is such a great idea.

[@alisonmary1443]

Great idea, I don't have a machine because I don't need one but the odd occasion I could do with the help, this is perfect.

[@SashasRevenge]

Thank you, I love it when people use what they have to do what they need to get done. Great job, that was so easy. Nice Video, have a great day!

[@RoxanneR8375]

Thanks so much for sharing this! I have a few dies that are just a touch too wide for my machine cutting plates, so this tip will allow me to use them! 😊😊😊😊😊

[@nolafranic8755]

amazing tip thanks my die cutting machine is in the shed and hard to get to but I know where my dies are I am going to try this.

[@miabardsen8855]

Great tip, now I can use the box die I bought from AE that is to big for my mashine, thank you Christy 😍

[@lind4mexic4n43]

Whaaaaaaat??? I buy this one for mistake because I want to make exactly squares and I not want to trash it when I see I can't make it. So I looking online what is this and I am very impressed about this cutting dies. Now I will go to the store and looking in different shapes. I love the easy way you teach it and I try in a regular paper and work very good only I need your tool for make a soft line. Thank you so much

[@joanruth4625]

Wow, love this. I didn’t want to invest in a die cutting machine just yet. This is fabulous. Thank you

[@pambaldyga5247]

Thnx Christy for the time you took to show us great tip❣️

[@theglamourghoul5308]

So simple yet so brilliant! Thank you so much for this tip! I appreciate it so much!

[@phyllisw.700]

thanks for sharing this great tip. extremely useful for those dies which are wider than the bigshot machine.