How to create a basic card cut out using the silhoeutte cameo.
Using 5x7 card how to place on cutting mat silhouette.
Lint rollers if you find your mat has lots.
Before you begin a die cutting project make sure your blade is sharp and your mats are properly prepared.
You would need a pixscan mat instead of a regular mat so your machine can find exactly the right place to cut.
Wipes you can use wipes to clean the map but make sure they are bleach free.
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I ve only had the machine for about three weeks and i haven t used it too much maybe 15 times at the max probably closer to 10.
But the cutting mat is already lost its sticky ness.
Step 6 load the mat into the machine and press the send button to start cutting.
Learn the basics of your silhouette cameo.
The mat has a regular adhesive level to hold most cardstock and general material types in place.
When using a new mat whether it be cricut or silhouette you will want to condition your mat first.
If your mat is a little older you can use masking tape to hold the edges of the felt in place but i was pleasantly surprised at how well my regular old cutting mat did without it.
When new the mats are too sticky to use without damaging your paper.
Wait for 15 minutes and scrape your mat i use an old credit card for my scraper.
That s a good question natalya.
The cutting mat is an essential part of your die cutting machine.
Rinse with water and let your mat air dry.
I found a tutorial here that might be helpful.
I just got one of the new silhouettes so i am not sure what to expect.
The silhouette cameo mat comes in several sizes.
This mat replaces is the regular cutting mat that is initially included with the curio machine.
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The curio cutting mat is intended for use with the silhouette curio to hold materials in place when sending jobs to the silhouette machine.
You can cut thin laminated sheets with a silhouette machine 3 mil is what i ve seen people use.
I have never had an issue with my pixscan mat leaving.
Rubbing alcohol also works too.
This video gives an overview of how the silhouette cameo cutting mat is set up and how to use it.
Use a soft cloth add the rubbing alcohol and scrub your mat.
Step 5 center a piece of felt onto the cutting mat and press it firmly in place.
The 12 12 inch cameo mat standard grip.
Whether you are new to the silhouette cameo or a long time user you just might learn something new.
