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What is the Difference Between Kiss Cut Stickers and Sticker Sheets?
You may be wondering: “Is a kiss cut sticker or a sticker sheet best for me?” Truly, you can’t go wrong with either one, but there certainly are applications when one might be a better option over the other. Let’s explore what’s available at Stickerbeat ... Benefits of Kiss Cut Stickers Individual kiss cut stickers can be practically ANY shape you can dream up. It doesn’t matter if its extremely ornate with frilly details—our laser guided blades can cut your custom kiss cut sticker no matter how intricate you make it. Individual kiss cut stickers sit on top of your backing paper without a border around them, so they are really easy to peel. They provide a nifty alternative to die cut stickers in that your artwork can be cut right up to the very edge with no border. You can get your kiss cut stickers individually or on rolls. Kiss cut stickers typically come on a square or rectangle backer paper and are not cut into the shape of your sticker. This is what makes them easy peel and protects the edges of your sticker from damage. This also makes them easy to hand out quickly at events. Benefits of Sticker Sheets Imagine 10 different designs on one 8.5” x 11” page! That’s the beauty of a sticker sheet! Custom sticker sheets are cool because they give you the option to feature one single sticker design on a sheet; OR you can have up to 10 different ones on a page for variety. Sticker sheets showcase your stickers nestled within your vinyl sheet so they can just be plucked out. If you are ordering small quantities of stickers, sticker sheets offer you a budget way of doing it. Uses for Kiss Cut Stickers Individual kiss cut stickers are sweet when you want to wow customers with your presentation as they appear expensive (but they really aren’t!). You can hand out each one with ease and they can be any size you choose. If you are handing out stickers at events, single kiss cut stickers make a statement. They promote your brand in an exciting way, and make perfect logo stickers or car bumper stickers. You can give them away to customers and they can be put on laptops, water bottles and coolers. If you want to spread your brand to the masses, separate kiss cut stickers get the job done effectively. Uses for Sticker Sheets Sticker sheets are great when you are trying to showcase your stickers for sale or promote your artwork in one cohesive presentation. Since you can get many images on one page, it’s a gorgeous way to organize stickers in a unified manner. If you are dressing up a booth for promotional purposes, sticker sheets give you the ability to stick your stickers quickly and with ease. Address labels are ideal on a sticker sheet, or if you have a small number of products you want to label. Deciding between a die cut sticker and kiss cut sticker can seem tricky, but really it comes down to delivery and what your application is. Whether you need a single kiss cut sticker on a page or you need multiple stickers on a sticker sheet is really the same thought process. Consider the use of your sticker and then find the least expensive solution that makes the most sense. Either way, Stickerbeat will get your fantastic kiss cut stickers printed and delivered to you within 3 days with FREE SHIPPING!
Learn moreKiss Cut or Die Cut Stickers Bring You Options When it Comes to Marketing Your Brand
There is no one-size-fits-all when it comes to custom vinyl sticker options. At Stickerbeat, you can pretty much decide every aspect of your sticker right down to color, size, finish and shape. We also give you the opportunity to determine the cut of your sticker, too. This is why kiss cut stickers and die cut stickers rock for different reasons. What’s the difference between kiss cut and die cut stickers? Customization is the key when it comes to vinyl sticker options, and selecting the cut of your personalized sticker is one option we allow you to select. It’s all about shape really. Simply put, a die cut sticker comes is in the shape of your actual artwork. If your artwork is an image of the sun, for example, then the final result will be a die cut sticker in that very shape. Our magical laser guided cutting blades slice fully through the vinyl AND the paper backing. So, a customer will be holding a sun shaped sticker in their hand. Voila! On the other hand, what is a kiss cut sticker? What makes a kiss cut sticker different is our blades only slice through the vinyl and NOT the paper backing. Your sticker arrives to you with a square or rectangle backing paper with your sticker ready to pluck out of the center when peeled off the paper. What’s cool about kiss cut stickers is that we can cut your artwork right up to the very edge of the design without any excess vinyl showing. Neat! Really, selecting a kiss cut or a die cut sticker is just a matter of individual choice. Both cuts still use our awesome 3M graphic vinyl and can be used indoors or out thanks to their UV resistant capability. Every sticker features our bright inks; and they are waterproof and can easily be wiped down with ease. Die Cut vs. Kiss Cut Stickers—Which Should I Choose? Die Cut: When it comes to high quality, customers seem to feel that die cut stickers have more value because they come in a customized shape. In their hands, the artwork seems to come to life because it is in the outline of your overall design. It just looks cool. If you’ve got a sticker with an interesting shape, go for die cut to really make a statement. This option adds a bit of a more unusual presentation when it comes to marketing your sticker. The con for some to a die-cut sticker is that it is a bit tougher to peel from its backing because the paper sits right at edge of the sticker itself. If you are personally adhering hundreds of stickers to product or surfaces, die cut stickers can make this task time consuming and tiresome. In this case, a kiss cut sticker would make more sense. If you are just handing out stickers to fans, then this option works. Kiss Cut: In this selection, your artwork blends into its backer paper and is presented in almost a frame. Regardless of the shape of your artwork, your sticker will be within a square or rectangle of excess vinyl that surrounds your sticker. All you have to do is peel it away from that center, and get to sticking. Kiss cut stickers are really easy to peel off, and if you’ve got lots of bulk sticking to do—this would be a great choice to get it done quickly. If your artwork is very complex and ornate, kiss cut is definitely be the way to go! Your image is more protected nestled in the safety of the extra vinyl border. Kiss cut is what most of us perceive as the traditional way to present a sticker. It’s just a classic. Honestly, you can’t go wrong with choosing a die cut or a kiss cut sticker—each has its benefits. If you want to wow a customer with a giveaway sticker, definitely opt for die cut to give your brand that extra pizzazz that feels like luxury! If you are simply placing stickers on product or your packaging in volume—then kiss cut stickers are a low priced solution that can be applied quickly. Ordering kiss cut or die cut vinyl stickers is easy at Stickerbeat.com. Just upload your artwork, and decide which option you want--die cut or kiss cut. After you approve your proof, we get your stickers within 3 days with FREE SHIPPING!
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Kiss Cut Stickers vs Die Cut Stickers: Which One Do I Need?
Do I need a die cut sticker or a kiss cut sticker? It’s a question we hear all the time. Let Stickerbeat answer this query for you so you can create your custom sticker masterpiece with ease. The good news is that you’ve got options that will suit any need you may have, but truly die cut stickers and kiss cut stickers are quite similar! The difference is in how we cut through the backing. Die cut stickers: Our custom die cut stickers allow you full freedom to create ANY image you want. We put no limits on what shape, size or color it is. With a die cut sticker, our cutting knives cut right through the vinyl AND backing material fully to the exact shape of your sticker. The backing paper comes in two parts to make it easy to crack and peel to separate. It’s the traditional look we all know and love! If you’ve got a lot of stickers to stick, we do offer die cut stickers on a roll that makes them easier to apply. These save a lot of time and cut down on paper waste as well. Kiss Cut sticker: Personalized kiss cut stickers have all the same features of our custom die cut stickers. Shape, color and size are yours to decide. BUT your sticker is NOT fully cut through backing paper, and only through the vinyl of your kiss cut sticker itself. This leaves the backing paper around your sticker, so it’s a little easier to peel off than a traditional die cut sticker. Our special cutting blades are laser-guided and can magically cut your custom kiss cut sticker right up to the very edge of your design with ease. Kiss Cut Stickers Kiss cut stickers are super easy to remove from their backer paper to peel, and you can save money by ordering our sticker sheets with as many stickers will fit on an 8 ½” x 11” sheet. Kiss cut stickers are cut perfectly out of the border they lay inside of . Both our personalized die cut stickers and our custom kiss cut stickers are made from the same durable 3M Scotchcal graphic vinyl. You get the same superior laminated topping for protection on either option you choose. Both are waterproof, UV resistant, and can survive heat and cold. It’s simply a matter of choice if you want extra backing paper or not to make your sticking happen faster. If you are going to be mailing stickers to customers or handing them out at events, a die cut sticker is the way to go for a clean look. If you are going to be labeling lots of products, kiss cut stickers will make the process go by faster for sure. Regardless of whether you choose die cut or kiss stickers, Stickerbeat promises you will LOVE your stickers either way! Upload your digital artwork into our handy tool and we will send you a proof to approve. Once you give it the thumbs up, we will print your stickers and send them out to you within THREE days with FREE SHIPPING! Seriously! If you need help or ideas, give our customer service team a shout and they will be happy to help you if you have any questions.
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