Abstract: A method for cutting sheet material such as corrugated cardboard with a die cutter so as to reduce the amount of paper dust produced. The die cutter of the present invention utilizes a cutting rule having a base section and a cutting section. The cutting rule is characterized by a plurality of serrated teeth extending from the cutting section of the cutting rule. Each tooth terminates in a point and has a beveled side face. Formed between adjacent teeth is a semi-circular notch. The notches extend into the cutting section.