Die cutting uses a sharp steel blade as a die to cut multiple pieces of paper and cardstock into various uniform shapes or patterns. Die cutting is a relatively inexpensive way to customize and enhance a printed piece by adding unexpected shapes, contours, flaps, and cut-outs throughout the design.
Laser die cutting involves using a high-speed laser to cut through substrate. Lasers can be used to make a variety of cuts and do not require any contact with the material.