Cookie Cutter Operation Guide

No drawing needed—the app provides both the outer border and internal pattern. This template is mainly for demonstration purposes, helping users understand how the design translates into a physical mold.

Approximate dimensions after printing: longest side ~6 cm; border height ~2 cm.

This template offers a variety of standard-shaped borders. It is ideal for designs that only require a defined outer shape.

Simply draw your desired pattern within the border area to generate a complete mold.

Use this option when a standard border isn’t necessary.

Draw any custom shape freely, and the system will automatically generate a corresponding mold with an approximate outer outline.

2. Mold Design Page – Tools & Functions

Brush, Line, Circle, Rectangle, Text：

These tools can be freely combined to create custom patterns for your mold. Perfect for hand-drawn designs.

Move, Scale, Delete, Undo/Redo：

Allows for individual or overall adjustments to your design, making it easy to revise and optimize.

Tap the "Photo" tool, upload an image, and click "Next."

The system will automatically convert the image into a mold-compatible outline.

✅Recommended Image Types:

· Clear, high-contrast line drawings or vector-style illustrations.

❌Not Recommended:

· Images with large color blocks (lines may not be recognized)

· Complex photographs (may fail to generate clear results)

·  Ultra-thin lines (may break during printing or remain in the dough)

3. Workflow & Notes

Choose any template type and complete your design using the drawing tools.

Click “Next” to preview the 3D model, and click “Submit” to automatically generate the mold.

· For larger or smaller molds, use the Free Drawing mode.

· Maximum supported mold size: 85 mm × 85 mm. Designs beyond this size will not be generated.

· Standard border templates have fixed dimensions; parts of the design outside the allowed area may not be included.

4. Printing Instructions

Open the Temporary Model Library, find your generated design, and select Print.

Set print parameters according to your printer and filament material.

·   In custom settings, select "No Raft" to avoid the hassle of removing support layers after printing.

5. How to Use the Mold

①Prepare modeling clay, playdough, or cookie dough. Roll it out evenly on a flat surface.

②Gently press the inner pattern mold onto the dough to imprint the design.Light pressure is recommended for easy removal. Pressing too hard may tear the dough.

③Align and press the outer border mold to cut out the full shape cleanly.

This is a 3D-printed product. It is primarily intended for play materials such as modeling clay, playdough, and non-edible crafts. It is not recommended for direct food contact by default.

If you do plan to use it for food preparation, please follow these safety guidelines to ensure compliance with food-contact standards:

·  Thoroughly clean before use.

3D-printed surfaces have fine grooves that may trap flour, grease, etc. Use a soft-bristle brush to clean all crevices to avoid bacterial buildup.

·  Avoid stringing, debris, or fragile features.

Printed parts may have rough edges, small particles, or weak structures.Check carefully to ensure all surfaces are smooth. If you find sharp fragments or fragile parts, avoid using them with food.

·  Do not expose to high temperatures or hot water sterilization.

Common materials like PLA are not heat-resistant (may deform above 60°C / 140°F) and may release harmful substances. Even when used with dough or cookies, avoid high temperatures.

✅ If intended for food use, follow these additional tips for safer handling:

· Use food-safe materials.

Look for materials labeled “Food Safe” or “FDA-approved”, such as food-grade PLA or food-grade PETG.

·  Apply a food-safe sealing layer.

Use plastic wrap (cling film) as a barrier during use, or apply a food-safe silicone coating or epoxy resin to seal the layer lines and reduce contamination risks.

·  Use only for short-term contact.

Molds should be removed immediately after shaping to minimize direct contact with food.

For long-term or repeated food use, it’s safer to use the 3D-printed mold as a prototype to cast a food-grade silicone mold.