Partial Die Cutting

Partial die cutting, also known as hinged die cutting is an excellent way to get more use out of all of the dies that you own. Get the most out of the investment in your dies with this technique. And you can master this technique, even on the first attempt.

You can use it to create a decorative edge or create a focal point on your paper craft project. Think about creating dimensional sentiments and pieces that pop out of your card front. 

By using partial die cutting, you make an element that has part of the cut attached to the card (or hinged) while the other part is popped up from the base.

Partially Die Cut Borders

Creating A Circle Die Cut Card

Supplies

• White card stock between 90-110 lbs.,
• Die cutting machine and accessories.
• Scoreboard
• Bone folder
• Circle die in any size.

1. Use a piece of white cardstock vertically and score it at the 5 1/2 "
2. Fold it and strengthen the fold with a bone folder. 
3. Lay the edge of the circle die over the edge of the folded card.
4. Following the directions for your die cutting machine create the die cutting sandwich.
5. Make sure that the circle die is over the edge of the fold before cutting it. 
6. When you are done, you should have a circle with a small fold at the top.

Here are some additional partial die cutting projects and ideas to give your creative side more inspiration.

Create A Partial Die Cut Butterfly Placecard