Computerized Die Cuts Revolutionize Scrapbooking

For years, schools have been using expensive die cutting equipment for bulletin boards and craft projects. Then as scrapbooking became more popular scrapbook shops and craft stores started selling die cuts and die cutting equipment. Usually, the die cutting equipment isn’t that expensive. However, you can easily spend hundreds or thousands of dollars on die sets. For most individuals who love to scrapbook, the cost of owning a traditional die cutting machine along with a large selection of dies is just not practical.

With the cost of traditional die cutting solutions, most serious scrapbookers were left to either buy die cuts or use a die cutting machine at local scrapbooking stores. However, that has now all changed. With the advent of computerized die cutting solutions, it is now possible for individuals to create their own die cuts in the comfort of their own home without breaking the bank.

There are a number of different computerized die cutting machines available on the market. However, most of these machines require users to buy font sets and shape sets to use with the machine. Usually the machine itself is not very expensive. However, like traditional die cutting solutions it is easy to spend two or three times the value of the machine on the fonts and shapes. Unfortunately, this isn’t that much better than the old way of doing die cuts.

A few computerized die cutting solutions are different. They allow you use your computer to cut any font or shape that you have on your hard drive. With these solutions, there are literally millions of possibilities and you don’t need to buy a single font set or cartridge. You can use any of the fonts, clipart or shapes that you currently have on your computer or you can design your own shapes and cut them out. These solutions even come with software that allows you to “weld” words together to make a die cut of a complete word.

The possibilities for this type of machine are endless. You can use these machines to cut letters and words from virtually any type of paper you can find. You can cut nearly any shape that you can imagine, including complex shapes with small details such as a snowflake. You can even cut a logo or shape out of a card or document allowing you to create unique layers. Plus, if you run out of ideas of things to cut out you can find endless ideas on the internet. In fact, there are even groups dedicated to sharing ideas and designs to use with these type of die cutting machines.

There are currently three different machines on the market that offer the option of cutting shapes and true type fonts from your computer. These options include the Xyron Wishblade, The Craft Robo and the Pazzles Mini. All three of these machines offer similar features at similar prices. Check them out for yourself and start cutting shapes and letters today.

Custom Die Cut Stickers

Vintage Beistle Halloween Die Cut Decoration Honeycomb Tissue Legs Arms  $10.17

2011-12 PANINI PAST & PRESENT KARL MALONE BREAD FOR LIFE DIE-CUT INSERT #22 JAZZ $1.01

RAFFI Rise and Shine LP Orig. Die-Cut Cover Childrens Folk 1982 $8.13

MICHAEL JORDAN 98/99 UD MJX TIMEPIECES #93 RARE RED DIE-CUT #0266/2300 G9304 $2.03

LADAINIAN TOMLINSON 2001 PRESS PASS BREAKOUT FOIL DIE-CUT ROOKIE #B9 G8957 $2.03

MICHAEL JORDAN 98/99 UD MJX TIMEPIECES #104 RARE RED DIE-CUT #0155/2300 G9305 $2.03

EMMITT SMITH RARE 1996 UD ALL NFL TEAM GOLD FOIL DIE-CUT #AN9 G8929 $2.03

BARRY SANDERS RARE 1996 UD ALL NFL TEAM GOLD FOIL DIE-CUT #AN10 G8928 $2.03

TROY AIKMAN RARE 2011 TOPPS SUPER BOWL XXVIII DIE-CUT #SB-56 G9387 $3.04

DAN OSTERBROCK 2011 ELITE EXTRA ASPIRATIONS ROOKIE DIE-CUT RC #016/200 G9277 $1.01

HAKIM WARRICK 05/06 TOPPS PRISTINE #119 RARE RED DIE-CUT ROOKIE RC #20/50 G9323 $1.01

TREVOR STORY 2011 DONRUSS ELITE EXTRA ASPIRATIONS ROOKIE DIE-CUT #117/200 G9275 $1.01

ALLEN IVERSON 97/98 UPPER DECK STAR ATTRACTIONS FOIL DIE-CUT #SA9 G9307 $1.01

JOE MONTANA RARE 2011 TOPPS SUPER BOWL XXIII DIE-CUT #SB-62 G9385 $3.04

CEDRIC CEBALLOS 95/96 TOPPS STADIUM CLUB BEAM TEAM LASER DIE-CUT #B20 G9313 $1.01

MARK MCGWIRE RARE 1996 UPPER DECK UD POWER PACKAGE FOIL DIE-CUT #PP10 G9224 $2.03

BOBBY CROCKER 2011 ELITE EXTRA ASPIRATIONS ROOKIE DIE-CUT RC #144/200 G9276 $1.01

Kitty Cat Die Cuts – PAW PRINTS $1.02

TOM BRADY RARE 2011 TOPPS SUPER BOWL XXXIX DIE-CUT #SB-49 G9386 $3.04

ZDENO CHARA 10/11 CROWN ROYALE #10 DIE-CUT COPPER PARALLEL #031/100 G9357 $1.01

Harry Potter Die Cut by Premier Bookmark 2.75×8.75 Art Print Poster $2.94 Harry Potter Die Cut by Premier BookmarkImage Size 2.75″ x 8.75″…

Disney Cars 4 Pc Die-Cut Rubber Magnet Set $5.99 Very cute and useful 4 pcs Disney magnet set inspired by CARS…

NHL: Toronto Maple Leafs Die Cut Magnet (Indoor & Outdoor) $9.95 …

Arias $25.99 …

O.T. Quartet, Airheadz, Ian van Dahl, Kosmonova, Tukan, Lotus.. …

Sizzix Movers and Shaper Die-cut Styled Labels $18.99 These phenomenal dies are easily moved to create hundreds of unique greeting cards and scrapbooking layouts. These die-cuts are compatible with BIGkick and Big Shot Sizzix machines(not included).

Sizzix Vintaj Special Edition BIGkick Die Cut Machine $79.99 This BIGkick die cut machine from Sizzix lets you emboss and etch beautiful designs onto Vintaj Blanks for beautiful and breathtaking jewelry. This die cutting tool also cuts paper, chipboard and fabric for general crafts.

Cricut Essentials Scrapbooking Kit $49.99 Get the most out of your die cut machine with a Cricut Essentials kitCreate beautiful scrapbook pages and other craftsDie cutting kit features must-have items

Spellbinders Borderabilities Grand Poinsettia Dies $20.99 Add a festive touch to your crafts with this poinsettia die cutCraft tool is perfect for cutting and embossingPoinsettia die cut can be used for stenciling

Cricut Expression Plum Die Cutting Machine with Two Cartridges $179.99 The Cricut Expression die cutting machine cuts shapes and fonts from paper, vinyl, fabric, chipboard and many other materials. Its six modes and four functions offer greater customization of cuts and this machine cuts quickly and easily.

Sizzix BIGkick/Sidekick Cutting Pads (Set of 2) $5.98 Dress up paper crafts with the help of Sizzix cutting pads Die cutting accessories create a thick acrylic sandwich for easy die cuttingCutting pads are a must-have addition to any crafting set

Slice Design Mistletoe Card $31.99 Slice machine is the first cordless die-cutting machine, which makes die-cuts on the go so much easierCut designs range in size from 1 to 4 inchesScrapbooking supply is great for any crafter

Cricut Cuttables Embossing Folder Kit $7.45 Add an embossing folder kit to your craft supply collectionDie cutting supply lets you cut your own design using the included embossing sheet

Cricut Cuttables Adhesive-backed Yellow Vinyl Sheets $9.99 Vinyl sheets are sized perfectly for the Cricut Expression machineWith basic resizing, die cutting sheets can easily be used with other cutting systemsAdhesive-backed vinyl is the ideal material for many scrapbook projects

Cricut Cuttables Adhesive-backed Pink Vinyl Sheets $7.56 Vinyl sheets are sized perfectly for the Cricut Expression machineWith basic resizing, die cutting sheets can easily be used with other cutting systemsAdhesive-backed vinyl is the ideal material for many scrapbook projects

Cricut Cuttables Adhesive-backed Dark Blue Vinyl Sheets $7.55 Vinyl sheets are sized perfectly for the Cricut Expression machineWith basic resizing, die cutting sheets can easily be used with other cutting systemsAdhesive-backed vinyl is the ideal material for many scrapbook projects

Spellbinders Shapeabilities ‘Fancy Tags’ Dies $13.15 Add a new look to your next scrapbooking project with these diesSpellbinders Shapeabilities die cutting accessories feature fancy tag designsScrapbooking dies can be used for cutting, embossing and stenciling

Cricut Cuttables Adhesive Billard Green Vinyl Sheets $6 Vinyl sheets are sized perfectly for the Cricut Expression machineWith basic resizing, die cutting sheets can easily be used with other cutting systemsAdhesive-backed vinyl is the ideal material for many scrapbook projects

Cricut Cuttables Adhesive-backed Lilac Vinyl Sheets $7.99 Vinyl sheets are sized perfectly for the Cricut Expression machineWith basic resizing, die cutting sheets can easily be used with other cutting systemsAdhesive-backed vinyl is the ideal material for many scrapbook projects

Cricut Cuttables Adhesive-backed Ice Blue Vinyl Sheets $7.39 Vinyl sheets are sized perfectly for the Cricut Expression machineWith basic resizing, die cutting sheets can easily be used with other cutting systemsAdhesive-backed vinyl is the ideal material for many scrapbook projects

Sizzix Eclips Standard Blades 2-pc Pack $6.64 Use premium die-cutting accessories like the SIZZIX Eclips Standard Blades for precision cutting. This package contains two replacement blades for use with the Sizzix Eclips Electronic Shape-Cutting Machine (each sold separately).

Spellbinders Pendants Kaleidoscope Dies $16.25 Add a charming touch to your scrapbooking and card making projects with these kaleidoscope diesCraft tool is perfect for cutting and embossingDie cuts are perfect for paper, cardstock, foil or vellum

Cricut Cuttables Adhesive Burnt Umber Vinyl Sheets $7.55 Vinyl sheets are sized perfectly for the Cricut Expression machineWith basic resizing, die cutting sheets can easily be used with other cutting systemsAdhesive-backed vinyl is the ideal material for many scrapbook projects

Sizzix Big Shot Pro Standard Cutting Pads (Pack of 2) $29.43 Keep your table safe from cuts by using this cutting pad under your die cutting machine. These cutting pads are also ideal for keeping your table clean when using glue or other embellishments.

Cricut Cuttables Adhesive Peacock Blue Vinyl Sheets $9.99 Vinyl sheets are sized perfectly for the Cricut Expression machineWith basic resizing, die cutting sheets can easily be used with other cutting systemsAdhesive-backed vinyl is the ideal material for many scrapbook projects