We've all had it happen. You send a job to cut on your Silhouette and something goes wrong during the cut. It could be that your mat is no longer sticky enough and so isn't holding your material. Or maybe your blade number or force is too high so the … [Read more...]
How to use the autoload feature on Cameo 4 machines
First, there was the AutoBlade -- no more forgetting to turn your ratchet blade to the right number. Then came the feature where the machine gets your mat or no mat selection from the software and rolls in your mat or material the correct amount … [Read more...]
How to cancel a job on a Cameo 4
Have you ever sent a job to cut on your Silhouette machine and then realized you needed to stop it? There are many reasons this may happen, so it's good to know how to pause and cancel the job if you need to. It's also important to know how to … [Read more...]
Tuesday quick tip: how the middle rollers help
Today's quick tip is for owners of Cameo 3 and 4 machines. I'm going to explain how the middle rollers on the silver bar can help you in both loading and cutting. NOTE: This post contains affiliate links. That means if you click the link and … [Read more...]
Etched acrylic shoe tags
This past weekend I attended a family wedding. The bride is well known for wearing Converse tennis shoes constantly. So, we decided to wear regular shoes to the ceremony and then change to our own Converse for the reception. Most of the females wore … [Read more...]
Tips for using the crosscutter on Cameo 4 models
One of the advantages to the new Cameo 4 models is an improved crosscutter. The crosscutter is designed for use with materials such as adhesive vinyl or HTV that come on a roll and are often cut without the mat. Rather than unloading at the end of … [Read more...]
Before you Begin Series #8: Opening the box and getting to know the machine (Cameo 4)
It’s an exciting day! You’ve got your software and materials ready to go so it’s finally time to set up your Cameo 4 machine. I’m going to walk you through each step of unboxing everything and getting ready to cut. Go ahead and lift the machine out … [Read more...]
Attention Windows computer users with an older Silhouette machine
If you use one of the earlier machine models with a Windows 10 computer, you may have noticed recently that you can't get your software to recognize your machine through the USB cord. You get a message such as "Connect a machine," "Could not … [Read more...]
Cameo 4 Launch Party Review and First Look at the Machine
Yes, Silhouette America knows how to throw a party! Last week I attended the Launch Party for the Cameo 4 near Silhouette America headquarters in Lindon, Utah. I saw lots of friends, had some treats and did some make-n-take projects. Most … [Read more...]
Cameo 4 Pre-order: Limited Number Next Week! (And a FREE SHIPPING code)
I just got some exciting news! In case you didn't know, the Cameo 4 will launch on Tuesday, September 10, 2019. I will be attending a special Launch Party that day and will sharing pictures and videos of the new machine in action. Note: This post … [Read more...]
First Steps in Acrylic Etching: Curio
One of the coolest things about a Curio machine is that it can etch materials. Initially, it was created to etch metal. Some super innovative folks have been finding other materials to etch. In particular, my friend Cindy Pope uses it to etch leather … [Read more...]
Silhouette Summit 2019: Recap of new machines and products
Silhouette Summit wrapped up recently, which is the event Silhouette America holds each year to announce what's coming in the next year. There are LOTS of new things coming -- new machine models, new products and new software features. Here's a recap … [Read more...]
Cut Doctor: Lesson 23 — Bad cuts part 1
Welcome back to the Cut Doctor's office! We've been learning to diagnose cutting issues and prescribing remedies. So far we've looked at things that can happen before or during the cut. Today, we're moving into the realm of looking at a completed cut … [Read more...]
Cut Doctor: Lesson 22 — Problems with incomplete cuts or at the end of the cut
Some diseases you get as a baby, some as an adult, some as a senior. Basically, you can get sick throughout your entire life. In the same way, you can run into cutting woes at any point in the process. Today, we're going to focus on problems that … [Read more...]
Cut Doctor: Lesson 20 — Noises and what they indicate
Picture this: It's a dark night and the wind is shrieking. You're driving on a deserted road when you hear the familiar thump of a flat tire. You pull over, tires kicking up the gravel. There's a faint light in the distance and you walk toward it, … [Read more...]