For die-cutting and embossing with the Sidekick, use a pair (sold together) of 5" Sizzix Sidekick Standard Cutting Pads. These thick acrylic Cutting Pads create a "Sidekick sandwich" for easy die-cutting with Sizzlits or instant embossing with the Simple Impressions Sidekick Folders. (Sidekick, Sizzlits, and Simple Impressions Sidekick Folders all sold separately.)