Silhouette Studio V4.2: Sneak Peek of Library Updates

Silhouette Studio V4.2 remains in closed beta but a new closed beta version was just rolled out to the small group of beta testers so now I can give you guys a sneak peek of some of the updates to the Silhouette Studio Library.

Many of the changes are new features that have long been requested by users. There's also one that's returning after a year-long hiatus in V4.0 and V4.1.

How to Put Vinyl On Painted Wood Signs (So It Actually Sticks)

This is more of a tip than it is a vinyl tutorial and it's a pretty easy one. I've been making some painted wood plaques and instead of stenciling the names and personalization on, I've actually been using vinyl.

I like how crisp and professional looking it looks.   If you're going for a more rustic look, vinyl's not going to do it so get your paint and sand paper out...but in those cases when you want fresh and crisp this is a really easy way to get the look. 

Free Silhouette Design Set: 12 Spider Webs (Free Commercial Use License Available)

Happy Freebie Friday! This week I'm sharing twelve free Spooky Spider Web Silhouette Studio designs with you!!

With twelve different cut files, there are so many different ways that you can put these spider webs to work!

Lock In Silhouette U Rates Now Before Memberships Increase

Big news today and a fair warning about Silhouette School's premium membership site, Silhouette U.

We're doing something that we've never done in the two years since launching Silhouette U - we're raising membership rates to be more in line with the tremendous value the members-only site offers. BUT...you have a last minute chance to lock in the current monthly, 6 month, or yearly rate before they go up on October 1.

VIDEO TUTORIAL: Are Silhouette Studio Software Upgrades Worth It? (& 2 Day SALE!)

Since Silhouette Studio Software upgrades are on sale right now for just two more days, it's good time to answer the question I must get once a day: Are Silhouette Software Upgrades worth the money and what features do you get with Designer Edition, Designer Edition Plus, and Business Edition? 

Check out the Silhouette video below - which originally aired as a Facebook Live on Silhouette School Blog's Facebook page - to find out more about Silhouette Studio software upgrades and then pick your software upgrade before the sale ends on Thursday September 13 at midnight EST!

Cutting Without a Silhouette Cutting Mat: 3 Steps to Set Up Silhouette Studio and CAMEO

There are several reasons why you may want or need to cut without a Silhouette cutting mat.

Maybe you prefer to cut vinyl without a Silhouette cutting mat or maybe the material you're cutting is too long to fit on a cutting mat.  Whatever the reason, both Silhouette Studio and your Silhouette CAMEO need to be set up correctly to cut without a mat.

Glass Etching Tips: 5 Ways to Get a Better Etch

Lots of Silhouette users use their machines to cut stencils to etch glass. But lots of crafters also struggle with getting a consistent and even etch that doesn't come with bubbles which cause bleeds. 

So today as a follow up to my original tutorial on How to Etch Glass 101 I thought I'd share a few tips and tricks that I've picked up along the way to get a better etch.

Free Silhouette Studio Designs: Worms with Apple Set

It's Friday here at Silhouette School and on Fridays it means that it's time for another Freebie Friday!  This week I have not one, but four adorable Worms with Apples!!

Increased Tariffs Driving Silhouette CAMEO and Craft Supply Prices Up

The price of the Silhouette CAMEO and Portrait machines - along with other craft machines, supplies and accessories - is going up.

The price increase is due to increased tariffs - an import tax - imposed on imported goods from China.

3 Reasons Fonts Aren't In Silhouette Studio Font List

It's not uncommon to download and install a font, and yet still not be able to find it in your Silhouette Studio Text Style list - where all fonts are listed.

There are a few reasons why a font would not appear in your Silhouette font list. This Silhouette tutorial will focus on the three big reasons why...and how to troubleshoot when fonts aren't appearing in Silhouette Studio.

9 Silhouette Studio V4.2 Tutorials to Get You Ready for the Upcoming Release

Silhouette America will be releasing a big new update to Silhouette Studio soon.  There's still no firm release date for when Silhouette Studio V4.2 will be available in open beta, but when it is released I want you to be ready! 

I've been sharing some tutorials on Silhouette Studio 4.2 features for the last few months, but today I'm putting them all in one spot so they're easy to find!