Looking for a new addition to your card making supplies? Framelits Dies are an essential for any crafting kit! Framelits are slightly different from Sizzix Thinlits dies with their simplistic design, Framelits are perfect for die cutting beginners to experts. Whether you're after a solid or hollowed out shape to act as a frame, this die set has you covered. Metal cutting dies like Sizzix Framelits produce a precise, clean cut, so you won't need to tidy any edges when this is removed from your die cutting machine. Compatible with a wide range of Sizzix die cutting machines such as the Sizzix Big Shot, Sizzix Big Shot Plus, Sizzix Big Shot Foldaway, Sizzix Big Shot Pro and Sizzix Big Shot Express. All perfect die cutting machines for card making, so you won't be short on projects you can utilise this die set for! What is die cutting? Die cutting is a quick and easy way of producing individual, or mass shapes from paper, foil, cardstock or even chipboard using a machine and die, instead of cutting by hand. What cuts my material? A die cutting machine will always be necessary in order to die cut, though it's not the machine itself that physically cuts your material. Your chosen die (for example a Sizzix Bigz, Thinlits or Framelits die), is responsible for cutting the design... the machine just applies the pressure. So if you're ever unsure if you can die cut a certain material, check the compatibility of your die rather than your machine! How do I use a Framelits die? It's easy! Grab your Big Shot Machine (660200) and Standard Cutting Pads (655093) to get started. Firstly, take one cutting pad and place your Framelits die on top. Then, place your chosen material on top of the die. Complete your sandwich with your second cutting pad placed on the top of the Framelits die and chosen material and it's ready to go! With one roll through your die cutting machine, your design will be revealed. Note: An Adapter Platform (658992) will be required when using Thinlits dies with any of our Sizzix Big Shot machines. Simply place this under the sandwich you've created and you're ready to go! If you've already purchased a one of our Big Shot machines, your adapter is included! If you're unsure, have a look through our ‘From the Manufacturer' section or head over to our Brand Store, where we have plenty of educational videos! Are Sizzix dies compatible with non-Sizzix machines? We always advise use of our dies with Sizzix machines for best results. If you do have any questions relating to the compatibility of Sizzix dies with alternative machines, please get in touch with the manufacturer of the machine.