The die can go in the roller from either of the two sides of the machine. It's just up to you which way you want to turn the handle. You can layer the fabric on the die to get more then one shape cut. I would start with 2 layers and work up to more. Usually I do four layers, it's easier to turn I don't pay any attention the label on the die. Most of my older dies, the label has rubbed off anyway. If you have any old fabric or clothes, put a few layers on the die and cut. Don't fret about it so much.