Die Cut Stickers VS Kiss Cut Stickers

 
Kiss Cut stickers have backing, whereas die Cut stickers are cut exactly to sticker design shapeImage via camaloon

Kiss Cut stickers have backing, whereas die Cut stickers are cut exactly to sticker design shape

Image via camaloon

Die Cut Stickers. Kiss Cut Stickers…

What do these terms mean? And what kind of stickers should you order for your next brand promotional activity?

In this post, find answers to what are die cut stickers and kiss cut stickers and the difference between the two. This will help you pick the right kind of stickers for your custom sticker needs.

What are Die Cut stickers?

Die Cut stickers for Sentosa Island, Singapore by Gumtoo Stickers

Die Cut stickers for Sentosa Island, Singapore by Gumtoo

Die Cut Stickers are:

  • Cut to the exact shape of the sticker design. The sticker backing on die cut stickers is precisely the shape of the sticker, there is no extra backing.

  • Attention grabbing and have a premium appearance. When you hold up a die cut sticker, you can visualize exactly how it will look when adhered to a surface. There is no border to interfere with the visual effect.

  • Individually cut and delivered in stacks.

When should you opt for Die Cut Stickers?

  • You want your brand logo, custom message or custom design to be cut in an appealing sticker shape.

  • You want to use your customized sticker as swag (giveaways) at promotional events, for fundraising, at trade shows, and at artistic events.

  • You want to sell the stickers as merchandise.

What are Kiss Cut Stickers?

Kiss Cut Stickers for a client by Gumtoo Stickers

Kiss Cut Stickers for a client by Gumtoo

Kiss Cut Stickers:

  • Have an additional sticker backing, apart from the custom-cut of the sticker

  • Can be easily peeled out of the backing material

  • Are delivered as sticker-sheets, with one sticker or multiple stickers

Those sticker sheets that kids love so much are an example of the kiss cut sticker method. With kiss cut stickers, the backing is not cut, only the sticker i...

Check our Kiss Cut Stickers in action!

When should you opt for Kiss Cut Stickers?

  • Your sticker design has subtle cuts and shape-the extra backing will protect the stickers.

  • You want to hand out sticker sheets with multiple designs as swag at your events

  • You or your customers need to quickly peel off a lot of stickers for sticking on surfaces. With the extra backing, peeling off kiss cut stickers is easier.

  • You want to hand write special messages on the extra-backing material or want to print extra design details or information.

Hary’s Fun Fact!

Peeled sticker for both die cut sticker and kiss cut sticker is exactly the same-no outline.jpg

Now that you know the difference between die cut and kiss cut stickers, which type would you use for your next custom sticker needs? Die Cut or Kiss Cut?

Remember, choosing both types is also an option!