Contour and custom cuts

The cut line is part of the design.

See how custom silhouettes, borders and production-ready artwork turn an ordinary print into a sticker people recognize from across the room.

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  • Any silhouette
  • Cut lines reviewed
  • Waterproof film
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Premium illustrated Carrco stickers in eight distinct shapes

Brand art with a job to do

Make the package.
Make the keepsake.

The same visual system can move from the product label to a circle, square, oval, arch, badge, or completely custom die cut sticker. Every shape is printed to feel intentional, not templated.

  • 01Choose a stock shape or follow the exact edge of the artwork.
  • 02Match the finish to the product, surface, and handling.
  • 03Approve a human-reviewed proof before production.
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Upload the best artwork you have. Carrco will help turn it into the right shape, material, finish, and proof.

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Custom Contour-Cut / Laser-Cut Stickers: Everything You Need to Know

TL;DR: Contour-cut stickers are custom-shaped cuts around your design. They’re the best way to make your brand stand out. Prep files with a solid trim line and adequate bleed. What are contour-cut / laser-cut stickers...

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Custom waterproof labels across beverage, food, candle and cosmetic packaging
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Custom die-cut contour-cut stickers in a variety of shapes

TL;DR: Contour-cut stickers are custom-shaped cuts around your design. They’re the best way to make your brand stand out. Prep files with a solid trim line and adequate bleed.

What are contour-cut / laser-cut stickers?

  • Custom shape cuts around your art
  • Tight trim accuracy
  • Available in multiple materials and finishes

When should you choose contour-cut?

  • When brand shape matters
  • When you want premium perception
  • When simple circles/squares look too generic

How to prep files

  • Include bleed (~0.125”) if art touches the edge
  • Provide a high-res raster or vector file
  • Outline fonts and expand strokes

Common mistakes

  • Thin borders that disappear in trimming
  • Too many tiny details that don’t cut cleanly
  • Design placed too close to the edge

Comparison Contour cut vs die cut vs kiss cut

  • Contour cut: custom outline, premium look
  • Die cut: similar concept; terminology varies
  • Kiss cut: cut through top layer only (peel easily)

FAQs

  • Do I get a proof? Yes, review proof carefully before production.
  • Can you match Pantone? Provide exact references for best results.
  • Are small stickers possible? Usually, but tiny details may not cut cleanly.

Human proofing / every custom order

A real person checks the details.

We review artwork, shape, edge quality and production readiness before anything reaches the press. You approve the proof; we make it real. Start with your artwork ↗
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