Crafting dies have become increasingly popular in recent years, with more and more people taking up crafting as a hobby. These dies are used to cut and shape paper, cardstock, and other materials into various shapes and designs, making it easy for crafters to create intricate and beautiful designs without having to cut everything by hand. But have you ever wondered how crafting dies are made? In this blog post, we'll take a closer look at the manufacturing process of crafting dies.



What Are Crafting Dies?



First, let's define what crafting dies are. Crafting dies are small metal shapes that are used to cut paper, cardstock, or other materials into specific shapes and designs. They are typically made from steel, and come in a wide variety of shapes and sizes, from simple geometric shapes like circles and squares, to more complex designs like flowers, animals, and intricate lace patterns.



How Are They Made?



To make crafting dies, the first step is to design the shape or design of the die using specialized software. This design is then transferred to a metal plate, usually made of brass or copper, using a process called photoengraving. In photoengraving, a light-sensitive coating is applied to the metal plate, and then the design is "burned" onto the plate using a high-intensity light source. The areas of the plate that are exposed to the light become hardened, while the areas that are not exposed remain soft.

Once the design is etched onto the metal plate, it is then trimmed and shaped to create the final shape of the die. This process is usually done using a CNC (computer numerical control) machine, which uses computer-controlled tools to shape the metal plate with precision and accuracy.

The next step is to add the cutting blades to the die. These blades are typically made from hardened steel, and are carefully positioned and secured onto the metal plate using a special adhesive. The cutting blades are shaped to match the design of the die, so that when the die is pressed onto a piece of paper or cardstock, the blades cut the material into the desired shape.

Once the cutting blades are in place, the die is ready to be used.




What Are The Dies Used For?



Crafters can use the die in a variety of ways, including with manual die-cutting machines or electronic die-cutting machines. The die is placed onto the material to be cut, and then pressure is applied to the die using the machine. The cutting blades then cut through the material, creating the desired shape.

Crafting dies are a great tool for crafters of all levels, and they are used in a wide variety of crafting projects, from scrapbooking and cardmaking to home decor and DIY projects. They are also a popular tool in the crafting industry, with many companies producing their own lines of crafting dies, and we have many for sale on our site!




Should I Buy Some?



In conclusion, crafting dies are an essential tool for any crafter who wants to create beautiful and intricate designs without having to cut everything by hand, so they're definitely worth purchasing! The manufacturing process of crafting dies involves several steps, including design, photoengraving, shaping, and adding cutting blades. Crafting dies are made from steel, and come in a wide variety of shapes and sizes, making them a versatile tool for all types of crafting projects. So whether you're a seasoned crafter or just starting out, be sure to add some crafting dies to your crafting toolbox – they'll make your projects a breeze!

You can peruse our list of dies available by clicking here.

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We have lots of video tutorials on there and we have lots more to add!!

Here is the link so you can subscribe and follow;

Craft All Day YouTube Channel

And here is one of our video tutorials

We have extended our sale until mid January so you still have time to treat yourself!

Scrapbook album termplates by ICraft Design

Craft O'Clock papers... new releases 

Stamperia moulds

Paper Boutique papers

and lots more!

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Hope you enjoy crafting all day, and stay safe!

If the paper set you buy doesnt have a co ordinating element sheet we will pick one that we think will work well with the papers.

For the rest of October we are giving you FREE gifts with every 12 x 12 paper pad you buy from us.
 
This includes 13@rts, ABStudio, Altair Art, Ciao Bella, Crafters Companion, Craft O'Clock, First Edition, Graphic45, Lemoncraft, Mintay, Reprint, ScrapAndMe, ScrapBoys and Stamperia.

What will you get?

We are giving you a 12 x 12 elements sheet and a resin embellishment!

We are now adding lots of different small metal charms to our website. These make a lovely addition to your cards. Just thread them onto thin ribbon, twine, or stick them straight onto your card /project with a good strong glue. See them here

Below is just a small selection of some of the items we already have.

Happy Crafting!

Wanderlust

Lady

Suntastic

Tiny Miracles

Cozy Evening Dear Diary

And lots more!

You can check them out here

You can buy them here

And don't forget, you can change the look of them by using waxes on them!

Here are just 4 examples but there are many more on the website. Check them out here.

In this short video Sarah gives you some ideas about fussy cutting and how to store the bits you have cut so you can use them later on your cards and projects.

We used Lady E dies and Lemoncraft papers.

We have other baby papers available in store too that you could use to make this card.

We have the paper sets in 12 x 12, 6 x 6 and the 12 x 12 element sheets (great if you love a bit of fussy cutting!)

We have quite a selection in stock from companies such as; Crafters Companion, Creative Expressions, Lady E, John Next Door, Presscut, Spellbinders, Joy!Crafts, Marianne and more

Check them out on the website.

Day by Day, Better Times, Suntastic, Lady, Flora Book #2, Tag Book, Wing Book, Travel Book.

We promised you more tutorials, and we've got them coming!

Here's a tutorial from Sarah of Craft All Day showing you how to make a decoupage bottle with mixed media and a bit of glue work!

From a simple looking plain bottle to a piece of art in just minutes!

If you follow this tutorial, fee free to go off on tangents in adding your own embellishments, and show us what you've got!

As always, we love seeing the work that you create with our products, so if you would like to see your projects featured on our channels, then feel free to get in touch with sarah@craftallday.co.uk, via our Facebook page, via our Twitter page, or via our Instagram page.

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So as you can see, with just a little bit of work, you can create absolutely stunning flower pieces that will look right at home in your projects! Just grab some foam, some glue and a little bit of ink and you're ready to go!

If you follow this tutorial, feel free to go off on tangents in adding your own embellishments, and show us what you've got!

As always, we love seeing the work that you create with our products, so if you would like to see your projects featured on our channels, then feel free to get in touch with sarah@craftallday.co.uk, via our Facebook page, via our Twitter page, or via our Instagram page.

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From stencils, to wood pieces, to paints and stamps, we have it all available for you! By combining two or more of these elements, you can make a truly unique piece that will stand out in a beautifully eye-catching way.

They give more depth, both physical and visual, and the many different combinations of projects you can produce with the range means you'll never have to worry about two pieces looking too similar to previous projects because the possibilities really are endless with this range!

The floral pieces make beautifully delicate looking pieces, while the wooden pieces help give an aesthetically pleasing rough look which is perfect for making cards for men who are notoriously hard to please when it comes to craft!

As always, we love seeing the work that you create with our products, so if you would like to see your projects featured on our channels, then feel free to get in touch with sarah@craftallday.co.uk, via our Facebook page, via our Twitter page, or via our Instagram page.

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After lots of holiday fun, we're back for the New Year ready for some more crafty fun!

We've got lots of products for you to peruse, lots of new items coming soon, an ever expanding range of resin embellishments and tutorials coming your way!

Over the holiday unfortunately we learned of a loss of a family friend and so Sarah of Craft All Day created this beautiful sympathy card which is simple yet elegant, while still being sensitive to the feelings:

Some simple elements and embellishments, all available from our shop, really bring out the sentiment and show sympathy.

As always, we love seeing the work that you create with our products, so if you would like to see your projects featured on our channels, then feel free to get in touch with sarah@craftallday.co.uk, via our Facebook page, via our Twitter page, or via our Instagram page.

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Have a browse around our site, see the many, many products we have available, and you'll be making and creating forever!! From small embellishments to large die cut machines, we have it all, and if we don't, we'll make sure we find it for you.

Keep watching this space!

As always, we love seeing the work that you create with our products, so if you would like to see your projects featured on our channels, then feel free to get in touch with sarah@craftallday.co.uk, via our Facebook page, via our Twitter page, or via our Instagram page.

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Both are large, sturdy, and can be painted, waxed or sprayed. They really bring out the detail and commitment to your craft projects as they hold a lot of texture and detail, and can really help to frame your pieces!

Here are what they look like, and if you click on the images you can be taken directly to their page on the website:

As you can see, they're beautifully detailed and have so much texture to them, there's so many different things you could do with them!

As always, we love seeing the work that you create with our products, so if you would like to see your projects featured on our channels, then feel free to get in touch with sarah@craftallday.co.uk, via our Facebook page, via our Twitter page, or via our Instagram page.

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The first set is 2 small fireplaces for £1.25:

The second set is 2 large fireplaces for £1.75:

So you can see, they're beautifully made and will add so much to your projects!

As always, we love seeing the work that you create with our products, so if you would like to see your projects featured on our channels, then feel free to get in touch with sarah@craftallday.co.uk, via our Facebook page, via our Twitter page, or via our Instagram page.

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To celebrate the fact that Strictly Come Dancing was in Blackpool on Saturday, we are releasing this beautiful piece, of a couple dancing together. This could be used for engagement cards, wedding cards, dance party invitations, a gala invite and much, much more!

Such a beautiful piece, at only £2, we know what we'd love to do with it, but we want to see what you do too!

As always, we love seeing the work that you create with our products, so if you would like to see your projects featured on our channels, then feel free to get in touch with sarah@craftallday.co.uk, via our Facebook page, via our Twitter page, or via our Instagram page.

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While we can't show you what it is yet, here's a sneak peek of a part of these wonderful pieces we'll be making!

Just by using some simple embellishments and some new techniques, you can make something really unique and special, so watch this space to see what's been made on Tuesday!

As always, we love seeing the work that you create with our products, so if you would like to see your projects featured on our channels, then feel free to get in touch with sarah@craftallday.co.uk, via our Facebook page, via our Twitter page, or via our Instagram page.

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If you look closely, you'll see a whole variety of flowers, frames, pots, fountains, birds, hearts, clocks and even more! Just have a look at what we have available on site at www.craftallday.co.uk and be prepared to be as excited as we are!

As always, we love seeing the work that you create with our products, so if you would like to see your projects featured on our channels, then feel free to get in touch with sarah@craftallday.co.uk, via our Facebook page, via our Twitter page, or via our Instagram page.

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This piece can really bring out the main features of your projects, and you'll be amazed at what you can do with it. Just imagine how beautiful it could look with card pieces cut like vines, weaving in and out!

As always, we love seeing the work that you create with our products, so if you would like to see your projects featured on our channels, then feel free to get in touch with sarah@craftallday.co.uk, via our Facebook page, via our Twitter page, or via our Instagram page.

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More and more resins are going to be added in the coming days, so keep your eyes peeled and happy crafting!

As a treat, we've even put together a brief video to show you how they look and how they can be used!!

As always, we love seeing the work that you create with our products, so if you would like to see your projects featured on our channels, then feel free to get in touch with sarah@craftallday.co.uk, via our Facebook page, via our Twitter page, or via our Instagram page.

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We have a fantastic item for you to enjoy, a beautifully made cupcake stand that you can use to frame and display your beautiful creations!

This can be used time and time again, and you'll never run out of great looks for your makes!

Also, knowing it's from Sizzix means you know you're getting high quality goods!

So you can see, this is a beautiful put together kit that you can use time and time again, and decorate over and over again if you wish!

As always, we love seeing the work that you create with our products, so if you would like to see your projects featured on our channels, then feel free to get in touch with sarah@craftallday.co.uk, via our Facebook page, via our Twitter page, or via our Instagram page.

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Very soon we will be listing a large bundle of paper products that we think you will LOVE.

Top quality one sided A4's @ 250 gsm papers, Collection Sets of 12" x 12" 200 gsm papers, and more!

And as we like to give a little teaser before we launch or release some new products, take a gander at some of what's coming your way soon!

Stay tuned for more coming your way later today...!

The slick and witty Spider-Man head, easily paint-able and affix-able! Brilliant resin!

This Batman head really is the business, showing great detail in the facial area!

Now, a personal favourite of our marketing manager, the Superman shield, and the House of El logo! They can be painted in the traditional colours, or with others to give it a enough feel! For example, maybe your Superman is someone who works in the military, and so you decide to do a camouflage paint job, you can rest assured it will look perfect on here!

As always, we love seeing the work that you create with our products, so if you would like to see your projects featured on our channels, then feel free to get in touch with sarah@craftallday.co.uk, via our Facebook page, via our Twitter page, or via our Instagram page.

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Just look at these beautiful pieces:

They are so simple and yet so elegant, you might want to grab yourself a few before they all sell out as these are hot hot hot!! A beautiful embellishment piece can really bring out the project you're working on and bring it to life, let these do that for you!

It's a lovely and friendly atmosphere of like minded people and so our marketing manager has put together this video to showcase our lessons:

We hope you like what you see, and we'd love to have you with us one day!

Today, we are launching and adding a new kit/bundle to our collections ready and waiting for you to customise them!

Using Dovecraft products and some altered art and mixed media, you can make absolutely stunning images! Of course, your imagination is the main ingredient here!

As you can see from the image above, the contents are very varied and will allow you to create very unique projects knowing that no one else will have the same style, as the possibilities are quite literally endless with this goodie bag!

The value of the bag is just over £15 and we are selling then at £7.99, just over half price! We are expecting these to be sold and moved on very soon, so if you're interested, please let us know!

As always, we love seeing the work that you create with our products, so if you would like to see your projects featured on our channels, then feel free to get in touch with sarah@craftallday.co.uk, via our Facebook page, via our Twitter page, or via our Instagram page.

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As always, we love seeing the work that you create with our products, so if you would like to see your projects featured on our channels, then feel free to get in touch with sarah@craftallday.co.uk, via our Facebook page, via our Twitter page, or via our Instagram page.

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They say men are the most difficult to make cards for, so we've made it a little easier by creating these car resin shapes which will add depth and detail to your project for that petrol-head in your life!

They can be left blank, coloured by hand by us for 20-40p depending on the colour you choose, or painted by yourself to have the effect you desire.

The beauty of this set is that they are two very different styles of car, which means you'll be able to keep things looking different and unique! Available for only £1.49 (uncoloured):

By clicking the image you will be taken to our Facebook page dedicated purely to the resin range we produce @ www.facebook.com/theresinshop!

As always, we love seeing the work that you create with our products, so if you would like to see your projects featured on our channels, then feel free to get in touch with sarah@craftallday.co.uk, via our Facebook page, via our Twitter page, or via our Instagram page.

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Today we are going to show you some techniques and effects you can use with your Distress Oxide Inks, aka Distress Inks, to make three very different styles of card.

Firstly we will show you how to make a crackled type of effect with your inks, followed by a watercolour effect, ending with a blended chalk-like effect! Each has their own unique style and looks stunning in every way!

Firstly we will show you the effects you can create using the different techniques regarding the inks...

Then we will show you how to combine different elements to create beautiful finished cards!

Combining these different techniques such as using inks or pastes to create backing card stock, adding distress inked embellishments and then a sentiment result in stunning effects!

By speckling the finished pieces, you can add that extra little something to make your cards stand out even more!

Now, the moment you've all been waiting for, the video tutorial:

As always, we love seeing the work that you create with our products, so if you would like to see your projects featured on our channels, then feel free to get in touch with sarah@craftallday.co.uk, via our Facebook page, via our Twitter page, or via our Instagram page.

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If you like what you see, feel free to click on the image and be taken to our Facebook page where you can purchase these directly.

As always, we love seeing the work that you create with our products, so if you would like to see your projects featured on our channels, then feel free to get in touch with sarah@craftallday.co.uk, via our Facebook page, via our Twitter page, or via our Instagram page.

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It's Friday!!!

So while it's a bit depressing that we're still stuck in work, the weekend is nearly here so we're here to brighten up your life today with some wonderful coloured resin beads that are in the shape of ornate flowers.

We have two sets available, the bold colour set and the muted colour set, each holding 25 pieces (5 of each colour) and every bead is pre-drilled with a side hole so that you can even turn it into a necklace or other piece of jewellery if you wanted!

If you're interested in these products, either contact us at sarah@craftallday.co.uk, visit our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/theresinshop, or click on the images to be taken to the pages directly!

As always, we love seeing the work that you create with our products, so if you would like to see your projects featured on our channels, then feel free to get in touch with sarah@craftallday.co.uk, via our Facebook page, via our Twitter page, or via our Instagram page.

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Here are just a few of the wonderful products we have under the PaperArtsy label:

So as you can see, even with just this little preview, the wide variety we have available for you to use in any way you'd like. You can make things more vintage, more antique, more unique, and as personalised as you'd like!

The fantastic thing about these ranges is that depending on the colours you can really make a card for anyone, as men are notoriously difficult to make cards for, but there's something for everyone here!

As always, we love seeing the work that you create with our products, so if you would like to see your projects featured on our channels, then feel free to get in touch with sarah@craftallday.co.uk, via our Facebook page, via our Twitter page, or via our Instagram page.

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These are just a tiny fraction of the Altered Art and wooden pieces we have for sale, that really bring out your cards and your craft projects, giving them a 3D feel, and also a bit of a rustic feel to the bigger pieces! There are things that every member of the family could enjoy, from painting, to decorating, to building, to even making your own sorting box!

A huge variety of items, with endless possibilities, will keep you (or your whole family) busy for quite some time creating their own masterpieces!

As always, we love seeing the work that you create with our products, so if you would like to see your projects featured on our channels, then feel free to get in touch with sarah@craftallday.co.uk, via our Facebook page, via our Twitter page, or via our Instagram page.

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Here are a few examples of what you can do with these amazing pads!

As always, we love seeing the work that you create with our products, so if you would like to see your projects featured on our channels, then feel free to get in touch with sarah@craftallday.co.uk, via our Facebook page, via our Twitter page, or via our Instagram page.

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