How Do I Set Up Custom Die-Cut Shapes for Stickers?
Meta Description: Upload your design with clear cutlines or specify your desired shape. Vograce uses precision cutting to create custom die-cut stickers in any shape.
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Die-Cut Defined
Die-cut stickers are cut to the exact outline of your design rather than standard shapes like circles or rectangles. This creates stickers that match your artwork's silhouette --- a cat-shaped sticker for cat art, a logo-shaped sticker for branding.
How to Prepare Files for Die-Cut
Method 1: Transparent background (recommended)
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Create your design in PNG format with a transparent background
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The visible artwork becomes the sticker shape
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Vograce cuts around the visible edges
Method 2: Specify shape in notes
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Upload standard format (JPG, PNG)
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Leave detailed order notes describing desired cut shape
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Vograce interprets your instructions
Method 3: Provide cutline file
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Create a separate layer or file showing exact cut path
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Use a contrasting color (typically magenta or red) for the cutline
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Submit both artwork and cutline files
File Specifications
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Requirement |
Specification |
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Format |
PNG (preferred), PSD, AI, PDF |
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Resolution |
300 DPI minimum, 1000+ pixels longest side |
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Color mode |
CMYK |
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Background |
Transparent for shaped cuts |
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Bleed |
2mm bleed for full-bleed borderless designs |
Important Notes
Borderless limitations. Holographic film stickers and matte film stickers currently cannot do borderless designs. The cut edge will show a thin border.
Minimum dimensions. Very thin protrusions (less than 2mm) may tear during cutting or application. Design with sturdy shapes in mind.
Complex shapes. Extremely intricate outlines with many small islands or holes may require simplified versions for reliable cutting.
Full-Bleed Stickers
For edge-to-edge color without visible borders:
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Add 2mm bleed on all sides of your artwork
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Do NOT add cutlines --- Vograce handles this
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Specify "full-bleed" in your order notes
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Ensure your design extends fully into the bleed area
Production and Pricing
Die-cut stickers start at 10 pieces per design (sold in sets of 10). Pricing depends on size, material, and quantity. Multiple designs can be combined in one order with quantities specified per design.
Conclusion
Die-cutting transforms standard stickers into custom-shaped brand assets. The preparation is straightforward --- transparent backgrounds or clear cutlines guide Vograce's precision cutting. Just respect the technical limitations around thin areas and borderless holographic materials.
