| What
is die-cutting? |
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Die-cutting is like using a cookie cutter. A hand-operated, die-cutting machine uses steel rule die shapes to cut through a wide range of materials quickly and easily.
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| What
materials can I die-cut? |
Ellison, ellison design and Sizzix brand machines
can die-cut, emboss and texturize many materials including:
- Paper
- Construction paper
- Cardstock
- Fabric
- Faux fur
- Felt
- Foil
- Heat and shrink plastic
- Leather
- Paper wood
- Poly foam
- Self-adhesive rubber (for making rubber stamps)
- Sheet magnet
- Sponge
- Static cling vinyl
- Thin metal
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What
makes die-cutting better than
scissors? |
The use of scissors
takes time and patience. However, die-cutting transforms the
tedious task of cutting numerous letters and shapes into a
fast, fun and easy endeavor–replicating the same perfect
shape over and over again.
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| How
do I get started? |
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What
projects can I create
using die-cuts? |
Using Ellison, ellison design, and Sizzix brand products leads to endless forms of creative expression.
- Curriculum tools
- Digital scrapbook embellishments
- Fashion designs and accessories
- Home décor and party decorations
- Scrapbooks and personal keepsakes
- Stationery, greeting cards and invitations
- Visual classroom environment
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