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Before you Begin Series #8: Opening the box and getting to know the machine (Cameo 4)

April 28, 2020 By Cindy Eckhoff Leave a Comment

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...]

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Time-saving tip for AutoBlade users

May 16, 2019 By Cindy Eckhoff 12 Comments

cameo autoblade

If you have a Cameo 3 or Portrait 2 machine, or are looking with longing at the new models coming in the fall (more on that in an upcoming post), you have the option to use the AutoBlade. While it's nice that the machine adjusts the blade for you, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Cutting, Tips Tagged With: autoblade, blade, cameo 3, portrait 2, tools

Cut Doctor: Lesson 3 — Tools

November 1, 2018 By Cindy Eckhoff 2 Comments

silhouette blade settings

What would happen if your surgeon used a chain saw to remove your appendix? That would most likely not be a very successful surgery. You'd probably come out feeling much worse. It's important for a doctor to choose the right instrument for a … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Cutting, Tools and Accessories Tagged With: autoblade, blade, cut doctor, cut settings, deep cut, embossing, etching, fabric blade, pen, pen holder, premium blade, ratchet blade, stippling, tools

How to assemble a Silhouette pen holder

October 30, 2018 By Cindy Eckhoff Leave a Comment

silhouette pen holder

The first time I looked at the Silhouette brand pen holder, I was completely confused. There are 5 different pieces in the package, and the instructions made no sense to me. I had to have someone else show me. So I'm going to return the favor and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Tools and Accessories Tagged With: draw, pen, pen holder, Sketch, Text, tools, words

Before you begin series #8: Opening the box and getting to know the machine (Cameo)

September 25, 2017 By Cindy Eckhoff Leave a Comment

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It's an exciting day! You’ve got your software and materials ready to go so it’s finally time to set up your machine. I’m going to walk you through each step of unboxing everything and getting ready to cut. Note: This post contains affiliate links. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Machines, Tools and Accessories Tagged With: arrows, bluetooth, Cameo, cords, crosscutter, cutting strip, firmware, lcd screen, machine, mat support, motor, packing tape, roller bar, rollers, serial number, springs, storage, tools, warranty

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