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*Within Canada and the contiguous US
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PLEASE NOTE: All prices are listed in Canadian Dollars.
Current Exchange Rate: $1 CAD = $0.75 USD
Current Exchange Rate: $1 CAD = $0.75 USD
ABOUT MY COOKIE CUTTERS
I did a lot of research into 3D printed cookie cutters at the start of this year! All my cutters are printed with PLA, which is a plastic made from biodegradable and compostable materials, and it is generally considered “safe for contact with food”. However, in my research I discovered that, even if the PLA is certified food-safe, there is a chance that the 3D printer (in particular, the metal extruder) MAY contaminate the plastic with trace amounts of heavy metal as it is printing. Of course, I flipped out. But, then I discovered that, even if there is a transfer of trace contaminants, the cookie cutter likely won't ever come into contact with food for long enough for it to contaminate the food (for example, drinking water from a 3D printed cup would be riskier because the water is in direct contact with the cup for much longer.) Eventually, I decided I would seal [some of] of m ycutters with food-safe, non-aerosol, BPA-free, permanent coating. This means that any risk of heavy metal contamination is gone, and those nooks and crannies (which are breeding ground for bacteria!) found in all 3D printed objects are totally sealed off! The sealant also improves durability and makes the cookie cutter much more resistant to heat. My store will also have PLA cutters that do not have a sealant coating and these cutters will be at a lower price point! I truly think knowledge is power and I want everyone to have the same information I do so we can all make the best decisions for ourselves!
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Check out the video here! The cutter on the left is PLA that has been coated in sealant, and the cutter on the right is plain PLA. I blast both cutters with a heat gun, and by the end, the unsealed PLA cutter is totally ruined, while the sealed PLA cutter is soft, but still holds its shape! Once it cooled off, the plastic was once again hard and only had a very slight warp to one cutting edge.
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COOKIE DESIGN TEMPLATES + REFERENCE GRAPHICS
DESIGN TEMPLATES:
Use the image templates with your projector to pipe the design on your cookie! Alternatively, you can use the digital files to create your own stencils!
Please note: I use the Pico Pocket Projector for projecting images on my cookies. I do not have a cutting machine for making stencils; please ensure you have the proper equipment if you plan to make your own stencils with the files!
PROJECTOR + REFERENCE GRAPHICS:
The digital file is a high-res JPG graphic for use with your projector, or to print as a reference picture while decorating your cookies! They can also be used for printing on sugar paper. These files are not set up for creating stencils.
Use the image templates with your projector to pipe the design on your cookie! Alternatively, you can use the digital files to create your own stencils!
Please note: I use the Pico Pocket Projector for projecting images on my cookies. I do not have a cutting machine for making stencils; please ensure you have the proper equipment if you plan to make your own stencils with the files!
PROJECTOR + REFERENCE GRAPHICS:
The digital file is a high-res JPG graphic for use with your projector, or to print as a reference picture while decorating your cookies! They can also be used for printing on sugar paper. These files are not set up for creating stencils.
STL CUTTER FILES - WHY DO THEY COST MORE THAN A PHYSICAL CUTTER?
The .stl file is the original file for the 3D object; once you have the file, there is no way I can limit the number of cutters you print and/or sell, nor can I truly prevent the digital file from being further distributed.
Professionally-created design can be surprisingly pricey. The cost of design is determined by who is creating the design; for example, you could design a logo yourself or with a friend and it would be free. Or, you could hire a professional and it might cost hundreds, if not thousands, of dollars. It’s not necessarily the final result you are paying for (although, the final result will likely reflect the skills of the designer), it’s the designer’s PROCESS! There is extensive research, concept development, and refinements that go into a design project. I’m a professional designer with a Bachelor's Degree in Design (majoring in Graphic Design & Marketing) and have years of full-time work under my belt. All my cookie cutters are created using professional design software: I digitally illustrate the cutter as a 2D shape, then build the pieces into a 3D form. There are certain specifications required for this process, such as determining an appropriate size and thickness for the cutter, and if any supports will be needed to keep it sturdy. Once I’m satisfied with how it’s looking on-screen, I print and test it!
There’s no question you can find inexpensive or free .stl files in other online shops, and if you do find free files that you like, I seriously encourage you to use them!! However, as a professional designer by training, I simply cannot offer my files for sale at a low price.
To put this into perspective, another example of design that comes in a wide range of prices is fonts. Some fonts may be free to download, and others may cost an incredible amount of money! You can find lots of free fonts at dafont.com, or you can purchase them through myfonts.com. The font designer may have spent countless hours designing each letter, perfecting the kerning, among other technical details - a free font may not have had such time put into it. Take a look at some of price tags on the fonts below:
Professionally-created design can be surprisingly pricey. The cost of design is determined by who is creating the design; for example, you could design a logo yourself or with a friend and it would be free. Or, you could hire a professional and it might cost hundreds, if not thousands, of dollars. It’s not necessarily the final result you are paying for (although, the final result will likely reflect the skills of the designer), it’s the designer’s PROCESS! There is extensive research, concept development, and refinements that go into a design project. I’m a professional designer with a Bachelor's Degree in Design (majoring in Graphic Design & Marketing) and have years of full-time work under my belt. All my cookie cutters are created using professional design software: I digitally illustrate the cutter as a 2D shape, then build the pieces into a 3D form. There are certain specifications required for this process, such as determining an appropriate size and thickness for the cutter, and if any supports will be needed to keep it sturdy. Once I’m satisfied with how it’s looking on-screen, I print and test it!
There’s no question you can find inexpensive or free .stl files in other online shops, and if you do find free files that you like, I seriously encourage you to use them!! However, as a professional designer by training, I simply cannot offer my files for sale at a low price.
To put this into perspective, another example of design that comes in a wide range of prices is fonts. Some fonts may be free to download, and others may cost an incredible amount of money! You can find lots of free fonts at dafont.com, or you can purchase them through myfonts.com. The font designer may have spent countless hours designing each letter, perfecting the kerning, among other technical details - a free font may not have had such time put into it. Take a look at some of price tags on the fonts below:
Same goes for photography. There are countless ways to obtain an image nowadays - you can search Google or download it from a Free Stock Image website. But most stock images can cost a chunk of money, and that's because there is a professional photographer behind the camera trying to make a living, while protecting the rights to their work.
Purchasing the rights to use an image can costs a few bucks, or hundreds. Check out the price range I’ve found on these images from professional stock image sites:
Purchasing the rights to use an image can costs a few bucks, or hundreds. Check out the price range I’ve found on these images from professional stock image sites:
That being said, should you purchase one of my .stl files, you are also obtaining the rights to use my intellectual property for your own personal AND business use. Where fonts and images can be used by companies to promote their own brands and make money, you too can use my .stl files to print as many of a cutter as you’d like! You can also gift those cutters to friends and family or sell them at your own pop-up shops to help offset the initial cost. However, similar to fonts and stock photos, the one major restriction is that my .stl file (the cookie cutter design file) is NOT for resale - the .stl file (or files containing/relating to it) cannot be sold or redistributed to others.
It’s important to note that design is worth whatever someone is willing to pay for it, but also, what the designer is willing to release it for. If you ever have an issue with one of my files, please feel free to reach out with any troubleshooting questions! I’m always willing to help!
It’s important to note that design is worth whatever someone is willing to pay for it, but also, what the designer is willing to release it for. If you ever have an issue with one of my files, please feel free to reach out with any troubleshooting questions! I’m always willing to help!
SHIPPING & PICKUP
Orders will be shipped within 2-5 business days of purchase.
Shipping is FREE within Canada and the contiguous USA for orders over $40.00 CAD.
TRACKING IS INCLUDED FOR ALL CANADIAN AND AMERICAN ORDERS.
CANADA: shipping will take 3-7 days Business Days.
USA: shipping will take 6-16 Business Days.
INTERNATIONAL: shipping will take 10-20 Business Days.
Orders for LOCAL PICK-UP can be collected at Oak & 14th.
When your order is ready, we can arrange a pick-up time!
Shipping is FREE within Canada and the contiguous USA for orders over $40.00 CAD.
TRACKING IS INCLUDED FOR ALL CANADIAN AND AMERICAN ORDERS.
CANADA: shipping will take 3-7 days Business Days.
USA: shipping will take 6-16 Business Days.
INTERNATIONAL: shipping will take 10-20 Business Days.
Orders for LOCAL PICK-UP can be collected at Oak & 14th.
When your order is ready, we can arrange a pick-up time!
