Cutting Stickers By Hand

Downloading:

  1. Locate your sticker files. These are likely downloaded to your device's Files folder or a designated Downloads folder.

  2. Pick which stickers you would like to print. You will receive both stickers with a white outline and stickers without a white outline. When printing and cutting on a Die Cut machine (like a Cricut or Silhouette), we recommend using the outlined version of the file.

Printing:

  1. Transfer files to your computer (optional): If you prefer printing from your computer, transfer the sticker files to your desired location using a cable, Bluetooth, or cloud storage service.

  2. Open a printing program: This could be your photo editing software, a basic image viewer with print functions, or your printer's own software suite.

  3. Select the sticker file(s): Choose the sticker you want to print, or select multiple files for a sticker sheet layout. You may need to setup your stickers in a document to print (ie. Word or Google Docs).

  4. Adjust print settings: Set the paper size, printing quality, and number of copies according to your preference. You can also choose to print with or without a background depending on your sticker sheet design.

  5. Print: Send the file(s) to your printer and enjoy your physical stickers!

Printing Tips:

  • Use high-quality sticker paper for best results.

  • Print a test page first to ensure proper sizing and layout before printing the entire sheet.

  • Consider using a paper trimmer or craft knife for clean cuts around your individual stickers.


Using a Cricut or Silhouette

Before you begin:

  • Ensure your machine is compatible with Print and Cut functionality.

  • Download and install the latest software for your cutting machine (Design Space for Cricut, Silhouette Studio for Silhouette).

General Workflow:

  1. Import your sticker files: Open your cutting machine's software and import the sticker file(s) you downloaded from our shop. These files should be in a format compatible with Print and Cut, such as PNG with a transparent background.

  2. Separate Print and Cut Layers (if needed): Some pre-made sticker files may already have separate layers for printing and cutting. If not, you may need to create them yourself within the software.

    • Print Layer: This layer should contain your sticker image with desired colors and any text.

    • Cut Layer: This layer should be a simple outline shape that defines the cut edge of your sticker.

Specific Instructions (Software may vary slightly):

For Cricut Design Space:

  1. Separate Layers (if needed): If your sticker file doesn't have separate layers, use the "Ungroup" function and isolate the sticker image from the outline. Convert the outline to a separate "Cut" layer.

  2. Set Layer Operations: Set the operation for the sticker image layer to "Ignore" and the cut layer operation to "Cut."

  3. Calibrate Print and Cut (Optional): For best results, perform a calibration within Design Space to ensure precise alignment between your printed image and cut lines.

  4. Print and Cut: Follow the on-screen prompts in Design Space to print your stickers on your printer and then load the sheet onto your Cricut for cutting.

For Silhouette Studio:

  1. Separate Layers (if needed): Similar to Cricut, if your sticker file lacks separate layers, use the software's tools to isolate the image and create a separate outline for the cut layer.

  2. Configure Print Layer (if applicable): If your sticker file has a colored background you want printed, set the layer properties to "Registration" and choose a bright, contrasting color for the lines.

  3. Add Registration Marks (if needed): Within Silhouette Studio, locate the "Registration Marks" function and add them to your design canvas if your sticker file doesn't already have them.

  4. Configure Cut Settings: Choose the appropriate material settings for your sticker paper within Silhouette Studio.

  5. Print and Cut: Print your sticker sheet and then load it onto your Silhouette machine's cutting mat, aligning the registration marks (if present) with the machine's sensors. Initiate the cutting process.

Additional Tips:

  • Refer to your machine's specific user guide for detailed instructions on Print and Cut functionality and calibration processes.

  • Search online for tutorials specific to your machine model and software version for visual demonstrations.

  • Experiment with different sticker paper types to find what works best for your needs.