Are you making these 5 common DIE CUTTING MISTAKES?

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Having problems with your die-cutting? Don't worry, we've got you covered! In this video, join ‪@LouCollins‬ as she walks you through these 5 common die-cutting mistakes and, more importantly, how to avoid them! Let us know in the comments if you've ever made any of these mistakes or if you have any more top tips to share
0:00 Intro
0:31 Getting the right weight and texture of cardstock and paper
3:00 How to cut into foam
6:15 Die positioning
9:48 Adhesives
10:44 Not wasting left-over die-cuts
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@CraftStashcoukTV 11 ай бұрын

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@bevmeyer6713 11 ай бұрын

@droolingzombies 11 ай бұрын

that last idea was awesome! 🤩

@marthastrayton 11 ай бұрын

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@lisabates7390 10 ай бұрын

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

@hippomom26 11 ай бұрын

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 9 ай бұрын

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

@michelegourd5742 11 ай бұрын

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!!

@grammyet 11 ай бұрын

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 11 ай бұрын

Yep i use both tips myself and that really works

@lauramartin7300 11 ай бұрын

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

@CraftStashcoukTV 11 ай бұрын

Great tip - thanks for sharing!

@kimdad8831 10 ай бұрын

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

@nathalieheath5693 6 ай бұрын

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

@christineeagan3476 2 ай бұрын

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

@edithshaw2473 Ай бұрын

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.

@dianalama1591 11 ай бұрын

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👍

@cmcarpenter123cardsandthings 11 ай бұрын

Thank you for all the great tips😊

@sandypritchard311 11 ай бұрын

So helpful, thank you !

@dorittajohnson6297 10 ай бұрын

So helpful! Thanks.

@nancydurrett9319 3 ай бұрын

Great tips, thanks for sharing!

@sharonb529 11 ай бұрын

This is so helpful! Thank you!!!

@pasnfncy5338 11 ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing, great tips❤

@jenniferwatson7118 11 ай бұрын

Awesome tips - thanks so much!

@lindaryan3006 11 ай бұрын

Thanks Lou, very helpful tips

@jmt9000-k4k 11 ай бұрын

This was really helpful - thanks!

@gailnelson9426 11 ай бұрын

Such great tips. Thank you so much

@stephaniephillips8889 22 күн бұрын

Great tips. Thank you

@carmelgerdsen2399 11 ай бұрын

Very helpful, thank you

@CraftWorldHQ 11 ай бұрын

Really good die-cutting tips Lou! thanks for sharing

@urshurakdieohnekanal9291 11 ай бұрын

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

@thelasonj 10 ай бұрын

Very helpful tips, thank you! 😊

@sharesos 11 ай бұрын

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

@craftycs8917 11 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing your tips Lou. Happy Crafting x

@robinjohnston7986 11 ай бұрын

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

@rebeccaacquah1475 11 ай бұрын

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

@sonialightfoot5562 11 ай бұрын

This was excellent. Thank you.

@cynthiatuczynski9491 11 ай бұрын

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

@marylouhardoin3008 11 ай бұрын

Very helpful, thank you.

@cindymitchell7060 11 ай бұрын

Great tips!!

@cindycoleman5196 11 ай бұрын

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

@terrylkasper8541 11 ай бұрын

Good ideas, thanks!

@petahills579 11 ай бұрын

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

@lindagunter7811 11 ай бұрын

Wow!! Thanks ❤

@julieb8946 11 ай бұрын

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! 😊

@charleneluedtke5751 4 ай бұрын

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

@conniesanginesi4676 11 ай бұрын

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

@abijahdixon2771 7 ай бұрын

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

@julee0613 9 ай бұрын

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

@lucindazelna4351 Ай бұрын

Great tips thank you

@orlahastings4563 11 ай бұрын

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

@brendaelainewaddell1682 11 ай бұрын

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

@Linda-qq5mg 4 ай бұрын

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

@andrealampert6800 11 ай бұрын

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! 😁

@amandapritchard9840 11 ай бұрын

Thks Lou that was great tips for beginners like myself

@CraftStashcoukTV 11 ай бұрын

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

@Denisej61 11 ай бұрын

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 😘

@emmalouloves2397 11 ай бұрын

Some lovely ideas there, thanks Lou. 😊

@jaylenelobese4257 11 ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing.

@rettalutte9666 11 ай бұрын

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!!!!

@jillmydler2847 2 ай бұрын

Great information.

@sonjaadams8504 8 ай бұрын

Such good advice! Thank you

@CraftStashcoukTV 8 ай бұрын

You're so welcome!

@lynnemorton6055 10 ай бұрын

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

@AmandaBurchell-yv6op 4 ай бұрын

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

@kathyreed6841 11 ай бұрын

Thank you, some good tips.

@joycepedercini3841 11 ай бұрын

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

@CraftStashcoukTV 11 ай бұрын

We're glad you found it helpful!

@rhondachapman3688 11 ай бұрын

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

@CraftStashcoukTV 11 ай бұрын

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

@TheLakingc 2 ай бұрын

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.

@Dltp259 8 ай бұрын

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

@dawnspotswood1888 5 ай бұрын

Thank you for those useful tips

@CraftStashcoukTV 5 ай бұрын

My pleasure 😊

@bethrogers5656 11 ай бұрын

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 11 ай бұрын

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 11 ай бұрын

@@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 11 ай бұрын

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

@reneenelson7089 11 ай бұрын

Looks very smooth

@sophievandale5633 11 ай бұрын

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

@sallyapplegate4591 11 ай бұрын

Brilliant!!!!😊

@CraigsOverijse 11 ай бұрын

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

@dtgreen6 11 ай бұрын

Lovely, thank you.

@teriterrific6877 11 ай бұрын

Brilliant; thank you.

@paulariddle7066 10 ай бұрын

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

@auzzygirl8175 11 ай бұрын

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

@barbaraarmstrong4295 11 ай бұрын

Excellent!

@huntersun9 2 ай бұрын

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

@deballen7031 11 ай бұрын

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

@ChrisAndCats 11 ай бұрын

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 11 ай бұрын

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

@Cyrilmc222004 11 ай бұрын

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 11 ай бұрын

We're glad you loved it!

@dianerollings3474 11 ай бұрын

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 11 ай бұрын

Glad you found it helpful!

@lauramartin7300 11 ай бұрын

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.

@susanmyrick2913 11 ай бұрын

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!

@sherylbrownhill3999 11 ай бұрын

Thanks Lou

@ruthmccurry1457 11 ай бұрын

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 11 ай бұрын

Great tip!

@jeanadamsick9854 11 ай бұрын

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

@joycebookasong 11 ай бұрын

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.

@mitzi66 11 ай бұрын

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 11 ай бұрын

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

@jacquiposener7262 11 ай бұрын

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?

@ngahinamcgrath7876 5 ай бұрын

Oh you are clever thank you so much

@CraftStashcoukTV 5 ай бұрын

Glad to help

@deesmith4800 11 ай бұрын

Oooh interesting about placing diagonally

@CraftStashcoukTV 11 ай бұрын

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

@LovinglfDesigns 10 ай бұрын

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.

@Karin- 5 күн бұрын

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 😊

@lesleyrawlings4209 11 ай бұрын

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

@sherylosullivan9619 10 ай бұрын

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

@lisabates7390 10 ай бұрын

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.

@rowenabrady6279 5 ай бұрын

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

@user-jm8jt5fi9h 3 ай бұрын

What brand is your cutting machine

@julieb737 10 ай бұрын

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

@lazymom3518 3 ай бұрын

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

@nancyjohnston6076 11 ай бұрын

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

@user-mv9tt4st9k 11 ай бұрын

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

@nancyjohnston6076 11 ай бұрын

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

@CricketsBay 11 ай бұрын

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.

@karenschneider8456 11 ай бұрын

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

@karenschneider8456 11 ай бұрын

Question answered! Thank you

@kristinevencel2898 11 ай бұрын

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!

@reneenelson7089 11 ай бұрын

Sharing

@ravenfox13 11 ай бұрын

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@francinebeckett8365 10 ай бұрын

paper is NOT woven. Textiles are woven. Duh! Instead of telling us we are making MISTAKES. Try saying the difficulties we might be having. Be politically correct.

@muskadobbit 11 ай бұрын

Thinner paper doesn’t cut because there’s not as much pressure. You would need a shim. Also, different papers of the same thickness have different densities. There’s more to papermaking than your over-simplified explanation.