How To Cut Dies WITHOUT using a Die Cutting Machine

[@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. ❤

[@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]

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[@kathleenperez5596]

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[@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.

[@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

[@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.

[@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 🇬🇧🇬🇧

[@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 😊

[@robertabrady8127]

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

[@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!

[@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!

[@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!!!🤗💖😀

[@Fit_Kitty]

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

[@joannewachel2505]

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

[@miabardsen8855]

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

[@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!😄

[@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!

[@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! 💜

[@CharlottaSophia]

This is a great option of manual die cutting! I made two videos where I used a rock with the same technique. Fun to see how it worked out for you Christy! :) You came up on my recommended and I had to check it as I've just posted my second die cutting without a machine video the other day! Big love from London // Charlotta xx

[@CharlottaSophia]

79 dislikes? people are so harsh... why do you reckon they don't like it? Maybe they could get it to work... My first one also had 10 dislikes. Made me curious..

[@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 💕

[@terepardo]

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

[@juliasatterwhite9835]

Awesome tips! I have a big shot. Sometimes when I use a die several times to do layering, it doesn't always cut the whole piece out so using that bone folder on them is an awesome tip to get the rest cut out! Thank you for sharing! God bless! Love hugs and prayers! 😇💜🤗🙏

[@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.

[@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 🥰

[@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!

[@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!

[@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 🤩

[@GiesTidbits]

I've seen someone use a stone and a rolling pin, a bone folder is more convenient and easy to use. very cool❤️❤️

[@kayedinsmoore7962]

I've tried the rolling pin didnt work for me

[@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

[@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.

[@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.

[@patinahendricks]

Oh wow, I never would've thought of this. Great idea, thanks for sharing Christy!

[@cherylcain890]

There are so many large dies I’ve wanted to buy, now I can!! Thank you so much for this wonderful idea!

[@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!!

[@mayloo2137]

I love this shortcut to cutting without the die cutter. Good job.

[@robynlutes1415]

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

[@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!

[@cherikeene8119]

You are so smart! Thank you for sharing your ideas and hacks!

[@mindmatters9515]

🤯 why didn’t I ever think of this? Thank you!!! I am DOING this!

[@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 😁

[@gaymaree1]

What a fantastic idea, would never have thought to do this

[@raquelreyes781]

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

[@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!

[@rebeccabrossman2250]

Thank you so much for sharing. I have large die that I can't use but now I can. Thank you

[@debrastone3536]

Wow how smart you are. What a wonderful idea! I Love This!! Thank you for sharing.😃

[@c.s.p.3978]

Wow!!! You are brilliant! Thank you for sharing. I’m trying today!!❤❤❤

[@angelpayne2960]

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

[@heymudda1]

AMAZING! I was looking for something else and stumbled onto your channel. I am now a new subscriber. I'm gonna be binge-watching your previous videos over the next few days. I can now buy some of those bigger dies I'm always seeing at Hobby Lobby and the Tuesday Morning store! Thank you so much for sharing this tip. Have a BLESSED week!

[@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.

[@joanruth4625]

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

[@jacquiposener7262]

Thank you for this simple but amazing trick! I have avoided large dies as I don’t have a big machine and I also have some dies that don’t cut well so this will be of great use!🤙🏻🇦🇺

[@quiettornado1970]

O.O wow. I was just contemplating rather I can afford a die machines or not. thanks. I saved it to my How to playlist.

[@marshafreemon9381]

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

[@divasfly1st]

Wow, TFS! For years I passed on larger dies.

[@carolgeorge7747]

Wonderful tip!!

[@TruerNorthDesign]

Thank you for demonstrating! I might get an additional bone folder and designate die cutting only.

[@8000DREAMS]

You are AMAZING, Christy, thank You soo much!!! Extra thanks for the links You added.

[@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! 😊😊😊😊😊

[@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.

[@analog_wav]

That's genius! Such nice and smart lady 🖤🖤🖤

[@kanizkhan5899]

Wow you’re so clever well done thank you for showing us.

[@mariadominguez927]

Hi christi I've bin following you for a while you are an amazing person and a great crafter thank you for everything you teach us im just a beginner but I hope one day to be half as good as you are.Also you are a great inspiration

[@FaithfulDesignsbyChristy]

Thank you so much for your kind words. God bless you, Christy

[@MicheleMaBelle67]

BINGO! This is a game changer. Thank you!

[@Lisaf825]

Such a helpful hack!!! Thank you!

[@CDavis-yw3be]

This is excellent,I have a few dies too big for my current machine

[@mandyd446385]

Brilliant!! My machine is in storage and I can't get to it but now I can use my dies I have with me! Thank you so much for sharing!!

[@aprilgarcia8224]

So smart. Thanks for showing and teaching us

[@livia2081]

Well that's genius I never thought I could do that. I was gifted some dies but I dont have a die cut machine .. now I can use them

[@victoriaachukwu317]

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

[@LeeGysberts]

Wow that is great now I can order so big dies thank you

[@robinski5031]

Such a great idea. I have a large die that won't go in my die cutting machine and this is so much easier than the way I've been trying to use it. Thanks.

[@janeforever]

What a great idea. I think all the other comments sum it up for me & I can't say it any better than what everyone else has. Thank you for sharing this idea💕

[@karenkantor3872]

Excellent tutorial. Thank you so much for sharing.

[@quinn22252]

What an awesome tip….can’t wait to try this 👏🏻👍🏻

[@lzrd8460]

Thank you for sharing this tip with us. Very nice video. 👏👏👏🥰🥰🥰

[@beverlycrear7117]

Tried it, works beautifully!!

[@r.c.miller6161]

Wow! Easy easy! Thanks for the demo.

[@bonniedeibel1546]

Now I know what to do with dies that are too large for the machines I have! This is a life saver! Otherwise you’d never use the die ! (Shared)

[@Julia-ub1ul]

Thank you Christy!!, you're very kind & sweet!

[@c8Lorraine1]

Wow ! What a great tip. I’m now a subscriber.

[@wendywilson1736]

Fascinating, Christy! Thank you!

[@beasaroseco5840]

I have the machine and sometimes it doesn't cut throw. This is a great followup tip.

[@nadamushtaq602]

Omg...you are so talented.... 😍 thank you for sharing.

[@dorothykovak4900]

Brilliant! I never would have thought this would work. Thank you for sharing.

[@katyratyra]

Wow! How awesome! I would never have thought of trying this! Fantastic!

[@casawife11]

YOU ARE FANTASTIC!!! Thank you SO much for this BRILLIANT idea!

[@simplysharoncrafts8201]

Great tip!! Happy Valentine's Day!!❤️❤️❤️

[@blissfulacresoffgridhomest2098]

Super cool! Thanks!

[@millydollydame]

That's such a good idea, thank you so much 😊💖

[@ranjanivaradpande2821]

Thanks for the tutorial ,had seen embossing without the machine BUT this is great !! will venture and buy some dies and try they are cheaper too !! don't have / can't afford machine right now !!

[@Crafticakes7]

Great tutorial!! Great idea!!! Tfs xoxo 😘

[@dr.amyanna9235]

Congratulations! 🎉🎊🎈 You are such a genius! Thank you so very much!🙏🌹🌟🌹🌟🌹

[@Krose333]

Thanks for posting. You were direct and clear. I am left with exactly the information that I needed.💐🌹🌺

[@helseyrivera3280]

😱 Thank you so much for sharing 😍 You are awesome!!!!

[@zenkakuji3776]

Amazing tip!!! 🤩 This is a very flexible approach for using die cuts. Thanks for sharing your ideas with us 💗

[@cherylthompson9470]

Thanks for a great tip! I have one die that is too large for my machine, but I can scrapbook with it-finally

[@bettypalmer13]

What a wonderful idea!!! Thank you so much for sharing this with us!!

[@jeanjill4786]

😮 I was about to buy the machine already!

[@catherinemiles8021]

Fantastic idea thank you for sharing 🥰🤗

[@super0chick]

Wow, thank u for this information. Very valuable

[@marilynmoore5359]

Amazing tip👏👏 Thank you for sharing your crafting experience & knowledge ❤️