Margin
A margin is an extra border or empty space around the edge of something.
Think of it like the blank, white space around the edges of a notebook page where you do not write.
In MST, adding a margin gives you extra room to work so you do not make mistakes on your final project.
Final Size: This is the exact, perfect size your finished project needs to be.
The 1 cm Margin: This is an extra 1 centimetre of material added to every single side of your shape.
Rough Size: This is the larger size you cut first, which includes your project plus the extra margin space.
Why use a margin?
It protects your project! If the edges of your boxboard get bent, dented, or cut a little crooked at first, it is okay. You still have plenty of room to trim it down to the perfect final size later.
Think of it like the blank, white space around the edges of a notebook page where you do not write.
In MST, adding a margin gives you extra room to work so you do not make mistakes on your final project.
Final Size: This is the exact, perfect size your finished project needs to be.
The 1 cm Margin: This is an extra 1 centimetre of material added to every single side of your shape.
Rough Size: This is the larger size you cut first, which includes your project plus the extra margin space.
Why use a margin?
It protects your project! If the edges of your boxboard get bent, dented, or cut a little crooked at first, it is okay. You still have plenty of room to trim it down to the perfect final size later.
Margin surrounding the bookmark