Explore Our Collection of Die Cutting Dies

If you love clean, professional finishes on your handmade cards, gift tags and craft projects, metal dies are a must-have in your stash. This section is dedicated to all our stand-alone die cutting dies, perfect for use with your favourite die-cutting machine.

We stock a wide range of high-quality dies from trusted brands including Spellbinders, Creative Expressions, Hunkydory, Woodware, and more. From everyday shapes to elegant sentiments and layered florals, these dies are made to deliver crisp, clean cuts every time.

What You’ll Find in This Section

This category includes all of our stand-alone die sets, with designs to suit every style and occasion:

• Sentiment Dies – words and phrases for birthdays, weddings, thank yous, sympathy and more
• Shadowed Word Dies – perfect for layered effects and standout greetings
• Nesting Shapes – circles, squares, ovals, tags and decorative frames
• Themed Dies – florals, animals, hearts, foliage, and festive sets
• Character & Scene-Building Dies – great for storytelling cards or scrapbooks
• Border & Edge Dies – to finish off your designs with a creative touch

Every die in this section is compatible with standard die-cutting machines such as the Sizzix Big Shot, Spellbinders Platinum, and Gemini, and we include sizing details in each listing so you can be sure of the fit.

Why Crafters Love Our Die Cutting Dies

• Reusable and versatile – use them again and again for different projects
• Precise cutting – achieve clean, neat shapes without hand-cutting
• Mix and match friendly – many dies coordinate with stamps, stencils or toppers
• Great for layering – ideal for creating depth and dimension in your designs

If you’re just starting out, we recommend a simple sentiment die and a nesting shape set – two staple items that you'll use often. More experienced die-cutters may enjoy the more intricate layered dies, shadow sentiments, and themed sets perfect for building a card scene or focal point.

What Can You Make With These Dies?

• Handmade cards for all occasions
• Layered scrapbook layouts
• Custom gift tags and boxes
• Decorative journal pages
• Home décor and framed pieces

You can use these dies with plain or patterned card, metallic finishes, vellum, or even adhesive foam for added lift.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a specific machine to use these dies?

Most of our dies are compatible with standard manual die-cutting machines like the Big Shot, Platinum, Gemini and similar models. Always check the product size to be sure it fits your plates.

Are these dies suitable for beginners?

Yes – we have lots of dies that are easy to use and suitable for new crafters. Sentiments and nesting shapes are especially beginner-friendly.

Do your dies come with matching stamps or stencils?

Some do! If there’s a coordinating product, we’ll usually mention it in the product description or list it as a related item.

Can I use these dies for other crafts besides cardmaking?

Definitely – our dies are great for journals, home décor, gift wrapping, memory books, and more.

Are shadow dies included in this section?

Yes – many of our word dies come with a matching shadow for layering. They're a great way to make your sentiment pop.