Paper craft tools: paper cutter/paper cutter (origami/paper quilling/three-dimensional cards, etc.)
Under what circumstances would a paper cutter be used? Many times, when making many paper art works, especially origami production, you need to prepare a square piece of paper. However, if you do not purchase special square paper for origami, you need to use a paper cutter to cut the paper into a square shape. (Of course, each of us knows some simple ways to prepare square paper)
How to cut paper
The easiest way to cut paper is to use a pair of scissors. Of course, you can also use a sharp paper cutter to cut along the inside edge of the square section you'll be removing. Both methods run the risk of leaving unpleasant burrs.
You can also take your paper to the printing department or copying department. There are business-use machines there that can easily open a stack of paper. Generally, there is only a small fee, or no charge at all. It is recommended to go when the two pieces are relatively large.
Cutter
If you have very high requirements for paper when making origami, then you need to consider buying a paper cutter. There are two common types of paper cutters on the market: blade type paper cutters and roller type paper cutters.
The guillotine cutter has a handle that you press down and it will cut the paper. This paper cutter is very convenient to use, but the handle will loosen over time. Therefore, it is recommended to manually adjust the handle before each use so that it is as close to the edge of the paper cutter as possible.
 | Deli 8014 steel paper cutter A4/ | |
| 62.0 yuan |  | |
 | Steel A4 paper cutter knife | |
| 65.0 yuan |  | |
The roller cutter has a sharp blade, which can cut the paper when you move the blade. Over time, the blades will become dull and you will need to purchase replacement blades.
 | Rolling paper cutterRolling paper cutter | |
| 49.5 yuan | | |
 | Rolling paper cutter, dotted line cutting, easy tearing line, paper cutter, paper cutter, paper cutter | |
| 163.5 yuan | | |
The third option is to buy a self-healing backing plate (which is more commonly used in sewing). This pad is made of a composite material, so its difficult to scratch with a knife. This kind of backing board usually has 1-inch or 1/4-inch grid lines, but it is recommended to use a ruler and a good utility knife to cut.
 | Taiwan CKS cutting board A4 2230 cutting pad engraving knife board | |
| 19.0 yuan | | |
 | ToyPort-Toy Port Toy Model TAMIYA Tamiya 74076 CUTTING A3 Cutting Board | |
| 140.0 yuan | | |
Security Issues
Guild-type paper cutters can be very dangerous, especially to children or other minors. Generally, it is easy to cut your fingers with it... while the roller cutter seems safer, but it can also scratch the skin. Of course, utility knives are more dangerous and generally should not be given to children! !
Some other issues to be explained
Generally, paper cutters are very expensive, so it is recommended that you choose according to your own needs when purchasing. Of course, there is another sentence that needs to be reminded, Good things will not come cheap!
