Silhouette CAMEO 4 Cross Cutter Tutorial

One of the new features of the Silhouette CAMEO 4 is the built in roll trimmer or cross cutter. It's a great addition to the new CAMEO - but it's only useful if you intentionally set up your vinyl and HTV cuts to use it - BEFORE you cut.

Rather than your having the material feed back out the front of the machine, when the cut is complete, you want the vinyl to feed through the back.

Silhouette CAMEO 4 Pro Review: Pros and Cons of the 24" CAMEO

The Silhouette CAMEO 4 Pro is finally here...and so is my first 24" CAMEO Pro review!

As I always do, I'm here to give you guys all the information - pros and cons -so YOU can make an educated decision on if the new Silhouette CAMEO Pro should find a spot in your craft room! 

Silhouette Sheet Feeder: Everything to Know

Silhouette America announced the upcoming release of the long-awaited Silhouette Sheet feeder today and with it the first look at the add-on accessory and the opening of pre-orders.

The two different size sheet feeders are compatible with the CAMEO 4 machines and the Portrait 3 and allow for up to 20 printed sheets to be stacked and then automatically fed into the cutting machine for cutting. 

How to Load Vinyl in Silhouette CAMEO 4 Pro

The process to load vinyl in Silhouette CAMEO 4 Pro is slightly different than all other Silhouette CAMEO machines. 

 

This is true whether you're using a Silhouette CAMEO 4 Pro cutting mat or cutting vinyl without a mat. 

How to Load Vinyl Into Silhouette CAMEO 4 So It Cuts Straight

The best way to load vinyl or a cutting mat into a Silhouette cutting machine is to use both hands to ensure it loads - and then cuts - straight.

This was much more challenging to do prior to the still little known mat sensor on the Silhouette CAMEO 4, CAMEO 4 Plus, and CAMEO 4 Pro.  Using this relatively new feature you can more easily load the mat and/or materials into the Silhouette CAMEO 4 machines so they cut straight! Read on for how...

Silhouette CAMEO 4 Premium Blade: How and When to Use It

The new purple 1mm Silhouette CAMEO 4 Premium Blade is now available as an Autoblade alternative...but how and when should you use it? 

This Silhouette tutorial will explain everything you need to know about the new CAMEO 4 Premium Blade aka 1mm manual blade. 

How to Print and Cut on 24" Silhouette CAMEO 4 Pro

It's possible to print and cut on the Silhouette CAMEO 4 Pro just like all other Silhouette CAMEO and Portrait machines. 

However, there are some things to keep in mind to get the best possible and most accurate cut around your design. 

How to Print and Cut with CAMEO 4 Like a Pro When You're a Newbie!

Silhouette Print and Cut is one of the most popular - but intimidating - ways to use the Silhouette cutting machines. 

It's possible to print and cut on all Silhouette machines, including the Silhouette CAMEO 4, CAMEO 4 Plus, and CAMEO 4 Pro. This beginner Silhouette print and cut tutorial will walk you through all the steps.

How to Cut Vinyl Rolls of All Sizes with CAMEO 4 Pro

The Silhouette CAMEO 4 Pro can cut rolls and sheets of material between 9" and 24" wide.

In order to cut various size materials you simply need to move the roller along the roller bar. If you are using the roll feeder a quick adjustment allows the machine to accommodate 9", 12" 15", 20" and 24" size vinyl rolls. 

Silhouette CAMEO Autoblade Won't Cut? Use this WorkAround

If you’re having trouble cutting with your Silhouette CAMEO Autoblade - there could be multiple reasons why. 

If you have exhausted all of the troubleshooting - including making sure your blade is installed correctly and there is no debris under the cap, you may just have an Autoblade that is acting faulty.  But there's a workaround that should help so you can still use your Autoblade!

Eeek!! Ultimate Silhouette Guide for CAMEO 4 is Here!! (Early Reviews!!)

You guys I could not be more excited to finally release my 13th book...the Ultimate Silhouette Guide for CAMEO 4 (Plus and Pro!)

It's been a labor of love and I'm glad it's done..and judging from the early response, many of you are too!! And if you're wondering if I have a version for the CAMEO 3...2...1 (YES! The USG Second Edition is what you want). 

24" Silhouette CAMEO 4 Pro Dimensions and Specs

There are always a lot of questions about the dimensions and specifications of a new Silhouette cutting machine, but none more so than the CAMEO 4 Pro. 

The size of the 24" Silhouette CAMEO 4 Pro has a lot of people wondering if they have room for the machine.  If you have a question about the size, dimensions or specs of the CAMEO 4 Pro..you'll find the answer here. 

24" Silhouette CAMEO 4 Pro ORDER NOW! Everything You Need to Know! (& Unboxing)

The 24" Silhouette CAMEO Pro is finally here...and it's 4" larger than Silhouette America initially promised - a secret I've been keeping for what feels like an eternity now!  I'm soooo thrilled I can finally tell you that following MONTHS of delays due to the pandemic, you can now pre-ORDER the 20" Silhouette CAMEO Pro 24" CAMEO Pro or a Silhouette CAMEO Pro Bundle from Swing Design with FREE shipping. 

Unlike the change to the width, the Silhouette CAMEO Pro price has not increased above the initial $499.99 price tag which was announced in May 2019. To find out more about the largest CAMEO machine including changes from the CAMEO 4 and CAMEO Plus vs CAMEO Pro, what comes in the box, Silhouette CAMEO Pro set up, and where to find 24" vinyl rolls... read on! 

Best 24" Silhouette CAMEO Pro Bundles

Silhouette 24" CAMEO 4 Pro bundles are now available for pre-order and there are so many to pick from it can be overwhelming to know what's the best Silhouette CAMEO Pro bundle. 

 

As I did with the Silhouette CAMEO 3 Bundles and Silhouette CAMEO 4 Bundles I'm going to try to help you narrow down which bundle is best for you.

Silhouette CAMEO 4 Blade: How to Use the Ratchet Blade Instead of Autoblade

Silhouette CAMEO 4 autoblades are becoming increasingly more difficult to find, but that doesn't mean you can't cut with your machine. If the CAMEO 4 Autoblade is sold out, switch over and use the Silhouette ratchet blade instead.

This manually adjustable blade can be used in any and all Silhouette cutting machines - including all Silhouette CAMEO 4 machines.

Silhouette CAMEO Pro Price, Release Date Update, and New Details (Sept 2020)

New info on a Silhouette CAMEO Pro release date...as we get closer to the launch.

The Silhouette CAMEO Pro is months delayed, but as the release date inches closer we are learning some additional info about the largest Silhouette machine.

Silhouette Mobile App 2020: How to Make Your First Cut with Silhouette Go (Video)

There's a new Silhouette mobile app for iPhone and Android that will allow you to open and cut designs right from the palm of your hand with a Bluetooth Silhouette machine.

This Silhouette tutorial will take you step by step to make your first cut with Silhouette Go, the new Silhouette Studio app.

Can the Silhouette Rotary Blade be Used in CAMEO 3

The Silhouette Rotary Blade is hands down one of my favorite Silhouette accessories.

The ease of use in cutting fabric, felt, tissue paper, and other difficult to cut materials has made it extremely popular. It's so popular the rotary blade is often difficult to find....and highly intriguing to users with older model Silhouette machines as well who are left hoping and wondering: "Can I use the rotary blade in Silhouette CAMEO 3?

15" Silhouette CAMEO Plus on PRE ORDER Now!

For the first time ever a Silhouette machine with cutting capabilities wider than 12" is on pre order!

The 15" Silhouette CAMEO Plus pre-order is open and available exclusively at Swing Design NOW!

If you are waiting on updates and pre order for the 20" Silhouette CAMEO Pro, click here to sign up for email alerts so you're among the first to know!

Silhouette CAMEO 4 Tools: What Blades are Included?

New Silhouette CAMEO 4 blades and tools are now available to pre order!

But what tools are included with the Silhouette CAMEO 4 and what must be purchased separately?