22 More Silhouette CAMEO Tutorials You Need to Read

It's the end of another month and that means it's time for a look back at the Silhouette CAMEO (and Portrait and Curio and Mint) tutorials you missed while enjoying the last days of summer and the first days of fall. September was a huge month for Silhouette School! We hit 50,000 almost 52,000 Facebook followers and celebrate with a giveaway like no other - thank you for all 80,000+ entries!!

We also shared a whole slew of free cut files from a CAMEO2 control panel template to a chalkboard printable.  If you're a new Curio users there's a 101 tutorial for you and details on how to cut stencils for cookies with Silhouette. And always there was a whole bunch of project inspiration from string art to 3D swinging doors...so be sure you don't miss a thing and check out all of these Silhouette School tutorials!

• Welding Text and Shape Outlines in Silhouette Studio
• Silhouette Curio vs CAMEO (or Portrait)
• Silhouette Mint Studio Software Released Ahead of New Stamping Machine
• The Best Heat Transfer Vinyl on Dri Fit and Other Athletic Gear
• Set of Pumpkins Free Silhouette Studio Cut File
•  How to Gradient Fill a Multi Piece Design in Silhouette Studio
• How to Make a Rhinestone Decal with Silhouette
• Turn Anything into a Silhouette Studio Pattern
• Chevron Circle (Free Silhouette Studio Cut File)
• Silhouette Curio for Beginners: A Great First Curio Project
• How to Add HTV on Towels
• Silhouette Studio Mobile Release Date and Function Details Announced
• How to Make String Art Patterns with Silhouette
• September 11 Never Forget (Free Silhouette Studio Cut File)
• Silhouette Studio Library: Adding Keywords for Easier Searching
• Silhouette CAMEO 2 Control Panel Shape (Free Silhouette Cut File)
• One Click Trick to Cutting Tiny HTV and Vinyl Designs
• Door Photos Shadow Box with Silhouette Studio
• Chalkboard Printables Template: Free Silhouette Studio Cut File
• Silhouette Hack for Easy Glitter HTV Weeding (It's All About the Sketch)
• A Commercial Font Deal with Something for Everyone
• Cutting Cookie Stencils with Silhouette

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Silhouette Curio vs CAMEO (or Portrait)

I've had my Silhouette Curio now for several weeks so I'm slowly beginning to see more and more major (and minor) differences between it and the CAMEO and Portrait.  If you read my first impressions of the Curio (not quite a review) you know we got off to quite a rough start.

This post, however, isn't about what I like and don't like about the Curio, it's just about straight up facts so you can decide if you need to add a Silhouette Curio to your crafting tool belt.

Silhouette Mint Studio Software Released Ahead of Stamping Machine: First Look and Free Download!

Silhouette America released the new software required for the soon-to-be released Silhouette Mint late Monday. Unlike the Silhouette Curio, which uses the existing Silhouette Studio software with a few new functions, the Mint stamping machine, requires an entirely new software program known as Mint Studio.

Mint Studio is available for download now even though the Mint won't be available for purchase for several more weeks.

A few things I noticed right off the bat - and please keep in mind I haven't had ANY time to play with the software yet.  

The Best Heat Transfer Vinyl on Dri Fit and Other Athletic Gear is....

I'm pretty sure you guys are all talking behind my back telling each other to email me and ask what kind of heat transfer to put on Dri Fit.  No? Well it feels like I've been getting a ton of questions about the best type of HTV for athletic apparel so I figured I'd just do a tutorial on it.

You can certainly try the less expensive Siser Easyweed HTV, but I would really recommend you instead go for the Premium Heat Transfer vinyl from Expressions Vinyl.  It has super stretchability, an ultra-matte finish and a soft, thin texture that almost melts into the fabric. There's no stiffness or bulk at all.

I sacrificed one of my favorite (perfectly good) black workout tanks for this project. I even asked my 4 year old what design I should put on it and he said a skull.  And so...you're welcome!

Set of Pumpkins Free Silhouette Studio Cut File

It's pumpkin-everything season...and it's also Freebie Friday!!! So this week Silhouette School is combining the two and sharing a set of 9 pumpkin cut files that you can use in your fall and halloween crafting!

How to Gradient Fill a Multi Piece Design in Silhouette Studio

If you've ever used the Silhouette Studio gradient fill tool you may have noticed it has one big draw back: when you add a gradient to a multi-piece design or text it puts the gradient on each individual piece or letter instead of across the entire design.   The good news is there is a work around for this.

Welding Text and Shape Outlines in Silhouette Studio (Home State Decal Tutorial)

Way back in April I made some coasters with a vinyl design on them, as a gift, that you all went wild about on Instagram...I got tons of questions about how I designed the home 'state' design.  The Silhouette tutorial has been on my to do list for months now...but fortunately for you Silhouette School contributors Becky and Glenna from My Paper Craze had the same idea and are here today to explain exactly how to design your own home state design in Silhouette Studio! 

How to Make a Rhinestone Decal with Silhouette

So you're not a Rhinestone wearing-kinda girl (or guy)? Rhinestone decals, though, that's something you can get behind? I'm right there with you.  Now that me and rhinestones are back on good terms, I'm going to show you how to make a rhinestone decal that you can put on your car, laptop case, wall, windows, mirrors....or Silhouette. So fun!

Turn Anything into a Silhouette Studio Pattern (for Print and Cut, Custom Paper, & Mockups)

I know I can't be the only one who has stacks and stacks and stacks of scrapbook paper, but never the design I need at the right time.  Happens every.single.time. Well, guess what - you can make your own patterned paper using Silhouette Studio.

You will need Silhouette Studio Designer Edition for this - but believe me if you don't have it already - you'll want to get it after you see this. This is so cool...okay so I was in need of some cupcake paper because I was working on a cupcake inspired pocket letter (more on that in another tutorial). Anyway, of course I had no cupcake paper on hand...but (light bulb moment here) my daughter has a cupcake pillow case.

Chevron Circle (Free Silhouette Studio Cut File)

It's time for another Freebie Friday! Today I'm sharing a Chevron Circle design that I created.

All you have to do is add a design to the middle and cut! Think a single letter monogram or maybe a three letter monogram. Or maybe you want to cut it just like it is.

However you decide to use it, just remember it's free for personal use only. That means the design can't be sold and it can't be used on items that are sold. Thanks for understanding!!

Download Chevron Circle (V2) 

Download Chevron Circle (V3)

 Note: This post may contain affiliate links. By clicking on them and purchasing products through my links, I receive a small commission. That's what helps fund Silhouette School so I can keep buying new Silhouette-related products to show you how to get the most out of your machine!

Thanks for coming to class today at Silhouette School.  If you like what you see, I'd love for you to pin it!

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Silhouette Curio for Beginners: A Great First Curio Project

I know all you new Curio owners have been waiting for a Silhouette Curio beginners tutorial so today I'm happy to share one with you!  Weekly Silhouette School contributors and my go-to paper girls, Becky and Glenna from My Paper Craze are here with an intro to the Curio.

How to Add HTV on Towels

I'm answering a reader question today - one I've been asked many times - about how to add heat transfer vinyl to towels.   I sacrificed a small hand towel for this little experiment in case things went sour. But they didn't! It actually worked nicely.

Silhouette Studio Mobile App Release Date and Function Details Announced

Silhouette America announced Tuesday in a live Periscope that the beta version of the highly anticipated Silhouette Studio Mobile app will be released on Monday, September 28.

Here's what was confirmed today and what we know so far...

The free Silhouette Studio Mobile app will be available for Apple and Android users and can be used on phones and tablets.

The beta version of the Studio mobile app will include limited editing functions.  Users will be able to open designs, rotate, group, ungroup, add cut lines and access their libraries and cloud storage from the mobile app.

How to Make String Art Patterns with Silhouette

I've been wanting to make string art for some time and I knew that my Silhouette would make it so easy.  Using the rhinestone feature you can make DIY String Art Patterns with just the click of a button in Silhouette Studio.

To use the rhinestone feature you will, of course, need Silhouette Studio Designer Edition. However, you can follow this tutorial on making polka dot shapes and get the same end result if you don't have DE.

Silhouette School's 50k Thank You's Giveaway (The Biggest Ever)

The giveaway is now over. See below for winners.

We're celebrating like we've never celebrate before here at Silhouette School! Just this week Silhouette School's Facebook page hit 50,000 likes and that's cause for some major celebrations...like how about $1500 prizes and gift cards and goodies, oh my!  Think a one of a kind CAMEO, a brand new Curio, and a hot off the press Hot Pink Heat Press, mounds of HTV, tons of blanks, commercial fonts galore, and a $100 vinyl shopping spree!

Along with the Facebook page's popularity, Silhouette School recently hit some other major milestones: the blog passed the 5.5 million views mark, more than 13,000 Sil users are following along on Instagram, Periscope has been hugely popular right out of the gate, and the YouTube channel is gaining popularity fast!

Silhouette Studio Library: Adding Keywords for Easy Search

It's back to basics today on Silhouette School!  Weekly contributors Becky and Glenna from My Paper Craze are here with some tips on how to save designs to your Silhouette Studio library so you can find them fast!

Saving files created in Silhouette Studio is nothing new; it's a fundamental step that we learn in the beginning. But have you ever created a design and not been able to remember what file name you saved it under? If your hand is raised - we've got some tips for you today to save your time and sanity!

Silhouette CAMEO 2 Control Panel Shape (Free Silhouette Studio File)

A few months ago I share a Silhouette tutorial on how to customize the control panel on your Silhouette CAMEO and I got a million follow up questions about doing something similar for the CAMEO 2. Unfortunately, unlike the original CAMEO it's not nearly as easy because there's no CAMEO 2 control panel shape in the Silhouette Studio library.  However...using the power of PixScan and tracing I have created one so no one will be left out and everyone can customize their machines - even a CAMEO 2! Woop Woop!

Door Photos Shadow Box with Silhouette Studio (How to Design and Print and Cut)

I got the idea for this project while in Barcelona this spring, where the doors and architecture are stunning. You certainly don’t need to go to a foreign city to do it though.  I’m sure you can find some inspiring scenes in your own hometown. Or find a cute graphic design that has a door and use the same technique as I did here with a little camper that I turned into a retirement card. 

This Silhouette Studio has quite a few steps, but they're all pretty easy and straight forwards so just follow along and you'll be making 3D door photos in no time!

Chalkboard Printables Template: Free Silhouette Studio Cut File

It's freebie Friday and this week I'm sharing a free chalkboard printable template with you! These are popular for the beginning and end of the school year and since it's Back to School time I thought you could use it - even if the first day of school has already happened.  Don't worry in 15 years no one will know that the third grade 'first day' picture happened during the second week of school. ;)

Funny, too, right?!

Silhouette Hack for Easy Glitter HTV Weeding (It's All About the Sketch)

If you've ever cut Glitter HTV you know it can be extremely difficult to see the cut lines which can sometimes lead to mistakes when weeding.  Well today Silhouette School contributors, Becky and Glenna from My Paper Craze are here to share a genius Silhouette hack they came across recently to make easy work of weeding intricate glitter HTV designs.

A Commercial Font Deal with Something for Everyone! (Plus: How to Open .EPS files in Silhouette Studio)

Another month and another font deal that is just too good to pass up - the thing I like about this one is there's something for everyone whether you like handwritten fonts, stencil fonts or graphics! The Huge Font Deal from The Hungry JPEG includes 49 fonts with commercial license, plus lots of bonus graphics, dingbats and ornaments - all for just $29. As always the deal is only good for one month - so jump on it!

This is a sponsored post, but as always all opinions are my own.

Cutting Cookie Stencils with Silhouette

The Silhouette is becoming increasingly popular with cookie and cake decorators. I've shared a few lessons in the past about how to cut sugar sheets with Silhouette CAMEO and how to sketch and cut with Silhouette and food safe markers, but today we're going one step further to create perfect cookie stencils with Silhouette.

I have no skills in the cookie baking department, so today I'm teaming up with the extremely talented Laura from Cadillac Cookies.  When I say extremely, it's pretty much an understatement if you go by her mad skills displayed on her drool worthy Instagram page!