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News: "Direct Engraving" Technique!



Laser engraved "bridge" by Galina Mechtovich	"Mother Ram", 12"x19" by Kate Morgan
Laser engraved on black #80 stock	Laser engraved on brown #80 stock

Papyrus Cutters has developed a new technique of "Direct Engraving" photographic quality images on the surface of colored papers. This amazing technique removes small particles of paper from the surface of the paper revealing beautiful monochromatic images. This is accomplished by using a "bi-directional" engraving method which results in a crisp, elegant image. This creates a beautiful indelible mark that you will enjoy for years to come.

Can a piece of paper be art?

Laser Cutting Shapes makes it easy to produce customized laser cut art from paper and board fast and easy. After representing ourselves with a booth at “The Supply Side” during the “National Stationery Show” this past May at the Javits Center in New York City, we were inspired to focus more on paper and board cutting for designers and artists. We recently received a custom built laser (specifically for paper cutting) from a company in Italy, and are currently the only company in the US with this system! We see the need for artistically sensitive paper and board cutting and will help you with your custom paper projects. Please read below for more details.

We offer customized paper cutting for many different applications:


	- wedding cards / invites - greeting cards / note cards - commercial art applications - fine art applications - custom projects
custom laser cut paper invitation sleeves

wedding cards, invites, & more...

stand out!

Whether you want a traditional wedding invitation with text or a very intricate modern card, we can help you achieve the aesthetic you need for your special day. We can cut anything from paper such as invitations, placemats, napkin rings, or reply cards. We can use your own artwork, or we can help design something for you. Don’t settle for the norm... stand out on your special day.



custom laser cut paper placemat	custom laser cut paper napkin holder


custom laser cut paper invitation card	custom laser cut paper designs for wedding invites


• greeting cards / note cards	customized looks

We offer the most intricate and most unique laser cut greeting cards in the world. We have many designs to choose from and are constantly expanding our library of challenging designs. We can also personalize a greeting card with your design.


very delicately laser cut peacock feather greeting card	deluxe zoom dot greeting card


unique shadow couple greeting card	beautiful flower pattern greeting card


• commercial art applications	unique solutions

We offer many different laser cut paper solutions for the commercial art field. Whether you need a custom annual report, special product packaging, unique pop-up card, box wrap, or a custom holiday greeting card, we are the solution for you! We accept all vector and raster based artwork for laser cutting paper and board.


custom card for Millcraft paper supplier	custom pop-up card for architectural firm in Spain.


box wrap for Fascinare bakery	custom laser cut tree card for Sicily Eason


• fine art applications	extremely fine detail

In the spirit of the ancient craft of paper cutting, we also offer custom paper and board cutting for fine artists. Our sensitive designers can help you with your paper art cutting whether it’s a sculpture or a two dimensional piece. If you have an extremely detailed idea that seems impossible to accomplish with an e-xacto knife, or you just need the most precise cuts possible, we are the perfect solution! We can take your hand drawing, painting, print, photograph, or conceptual idea and make it happen. Challenge us!


custom laser cut chipboard art piece	detail of laser cut paper art


• custom projects	overnight delivery available

Laser Cutting Shapes is well versed in helping many different types of clients with their custom paper and board cutting projects. No project is too crazy for us here. If you can imagine it, we can cut it. We also offer very quick turnaround times to meet your tight schedule. In general, our lead time is 3-5 days. We also offer rush services as well and will overnight your project to you.


custom cardboard cutting for David Stark	custom paper cut design

Take your work to the next level...

1,500,000 paper letters for Cate Roman sculpture

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