Kiss cut stickers: the definitive guide – Sticker it

Are you wondering whether you should use kiss cut stickers for your next project? Or maybe you want to know what makes these stickers so special? And how are they different to a die cut sticker?

Then you have come to the right place. In this article, we will share everything there is to know about custom kiss cut stickers and how to get the best possible result when ordering them.

Are you ready to find out more? Then let us dive right in.

What is a kiss cut sticker?

Kiss cut stickers are custom stickers that can be cut into any shape. What makes them special is the added border around the custom shaped part of your sticker.

This is because your kiss cut sticker is cut through the material layer only, leaving the paper backing intact.

That leaves a border around your sticker. Now, the peelable part of your stickers can still be cut around the edge of your sticker design. The extra border does, however, allow for easy peeling.

You can see the different kiss cut lines in the design proof below. The magenta line indicates the edge of your sticker, whereas the green line depicts the outline of the peelable part of your kiss cuts.

Remember, kiss cutting only refers to the way your stickers are cut. It does not entail which material your stickers are printed onto. You can choose from any of our materials to create amazing looks.

Individually cut stickers vs kiss cut

As you can see in the image below, kiss cut stickers arrive individually cut.

If you want your stickers printed onto sheets, you can order sticker sheets or sheet labels. These will then be printed onto an A4 sticker sheet.

Sticker sheets come with all the advantages of a kiss cut sticker. Through the extra material, they are easy to peel. Plus, the sheet is super easy to store.

If you are looking for stickers without any border, check out die cut stickers. These are cut through the sticker material and the paper backing.

For a deep dive into this, read our post what is a kiss cut sticker or learn about the difference between die cut and kiss cut stickers.

What are the best sizes for kiss cut stickers?

There is no one-fits all size when it comes to custom stickers. You can choose any sticker size to make your stickers fit the area you want them to cover.

Your perfect kiss cut sticker size depends on a) the size of the surface you want to stick your stickers to and b) how much space you want your stickers to cover.

Remember that your kiss cut sticker will come with a border. When ordering your stickers, the size you enter refers to the entire sticker; the peelable area, and the border.

If there is no specific area you want to cover, or you are looking to sell your stickers, stick to the most popular size ranges for kiss cut stickers.

These range from 5 to 10 cm, which makes them perfect for applying to laptops and phones.

Do you want to learn more about the different sizing options? Then we have the perfect video for you. Watch our ultimate guide to sticker sizes below:

How small can I get kiss cut stickers?

While there is no standard kiss cut sticker size, we do have minimum and maximum sticker sizes.

The smallest stickers we can print and cut is 2x2 cm small. At this size, we can still ensure top-of-the-rage print quality and a precise cut.

Our largest option is a 70x70 cm sticker. Perfect for branding vehicle fleets and windows.

What are kiss cut stickers good for?

Now that we know what kiss cut stickers are and which size we should get them in, it is about time to figure out what we can use them for.

Kiss cut stickers are incredibly flexible, and you are by no means tied to the suggestions below. Explore your options and get inspired by the most popular ways of using kiss cut stickers.

Extended branding options

The broader around your custom sticker shape is the perfect place to create visibility for your brand.

Add a message for your customers, a discount code for their next order, and include your business information, social media handles and website address.

Be sure to keep all the information legible by choosing a white border, a transparent background or other easy-to-read options.

Intricate designs

If you have a delicate design with very intricate cut lines or edges that could get folded, kiss cut stickers offer the exact amount of protection that your sticker needs.

On top of that, the extra sticker paper makes it a lot easier to peel your stickers.

Giveaways

Individually cut kiss cut stickers make the perfect branded giveaway. Print your business logo, fun slogans or more great designs onto them and start handing them out to customers.

Everybody loves a freebie, and this is a great way to get customers to engage with your brand. If you want to learn more about this, read our article on the secret power of stickers.

Where can I order kiss cut stickers?

Are kiss cut stickers just what you were looking for? Then head over to our kiss cut stickers page.

Simply enter your sticker size, choose your material, pick your quantity and upload your artwork.

You can also create your own sticker artwork in minutes using Graphic, our free online design tool.

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