Recommended Roland BN2 Workflow for Mac Users

If you’re using a Mac to run your Roland BN2 there’s a new (yes already) recommended workflow for creating cut lines.

The issue is that license version of Flexi Designer that comes free with the BN2 series does not work on MACs. In addition the one built-in cut line tool Roland Mac users did have in DG Connect’s Designer has frustratingly been removed.

I won’t even get into here why both of these facts are so frustrating and feel like two steps forward and one back…

But I will share my recommended Roland BN2 workflow for Mac users. 

Roland Discontinuing Lowest Priced Entry Level Printer and Cutter | Stock Limited!

If you're looking to jump from a desktop cutter like a Silhouette, Cricut, or Siser to a wider format printer and cutter in one - listen up! 

Roland is discontinuing what is currently the lowest priced 20" printer and cutter on the market and it will soon be a lot more expensive for those at the entry level looking to jump start a business. 

Understanding the Roland DG Connect Hub for MAC

If you're running your Roland BN2 from a MAC thanks to Versaworks 7, the DG Connect Hub looks different than you may be used to. 

In this tutorial we'll go over where to find different settings and functions in the new DG Connect Hub and what those buttons mean. 

Best Stand for Roland BN2-20A or BN2-30 (And Why I Bought Two!)

Two years after purchasing it, it's time I answered some questions about the workbench I've been using as my Roland BN2 stand. I purchased this workbench with my own money in June 2023 and loved it so much, I bought a second one.  

Now I'm teaming up with Polar Aurora for this sponsored post to answer your questions and tell you why it's been such a game changer for me. I'm sharing my affiliate links for you to grab it too - at the same great low price. 

Roland Not Printing? Here's the Secret Fix - Video Tutorial

Your Roland BN2 or BN20A isn't printing? I'll show you the exact error to look for!

Picture this: You've got your design perfectly prepped, you hit "send" on your Roland BN2 or BN20A, and then... nothing. Crickets. Your machine just sits there, looking pretty but doing absolutely nothing. Ugh! 

Which Roland Machines Are Mac Compatible?

If you've been looking for Mac friendly small business equipment to scale your business, Roland just opened a big door!

Roland recently released Roland Versaworks 7 and it's compatible with both MAC and PC.  It doesn't, however, work with all Roland equipment. Read on to find out which machines and printers are MAC compatible. 

Roland Versaworks 7 Mac Users: It's Not All Good News

Roland released VersaWorks 7 for Mac users in March 2025 and while it seems like a major win for MAC users who want to run a print and cut vinyl and HTV machine -  it's a bit of a mixed bag.  

As a MAC girl myself, there's one big issue that made me take pause and why I might still be using my PC when it comes to printing on my Roland BN2-20A. 

No More Wasted Material With Roland BN2 or BN Jobs

Are you a Roland BN-20 or BN series user who's tired of seeing precious vinyl end up in the scrap bin? 

 Do those extra margins and unnecessary cuts leave you feeling frustrated and like you're throwing money away? You're not alone!

Free Roland Cut Line Creator in New Versaworks 7!

Roland Versaworks 7 is here and it includes a hidden gem that you'll easily miss if you don't know where to look!  

Buried deep within Roland DG Connect there's a new Roland cut line creator that's totally free for Roland users to use to create cut lines and perf cut lines. Read on for how to find and use the browser-based tool. 

Building Roland Gang Sheets Doesn't Have to Cost: Here's the Free Way - Video Tutorial

Stop Wasting Material! Learn the Easy Way to Gang Multiple Roland Jobs in Flexi Designer.

Want to maximize your materials and print multiple Roland jobs at once? Building a gang sheet is the way to go, and Flexi makes it easier than ever!

OMG!!! Roland Print and Cut Machines Now Compatible with MAC (And PC)

If you've been waiting for Roland print and cut machines to be compatible with MAC - it's your lucky day!! 

With Roland's new Versaworks 7 software release, the 20" printers and cutters now work with both MAC and PC. This is such a game changer for sticker and t shirt shops. Read on for more details including how to install Roland Versaworks on MAC to run a Roland BN2-20A or BN2-20.

How To Make Transfers For Dark Shirts - Video Tutorial

Tired of the light-color, poly-only limitations of sublimation? Finding DTF maintenance a bit much? There's another way! 

Discover how the Roland BN2 print and cut machine lets you create vibrant transfers for dark shirts and even cotton.

Easily Add Roland Cut Lines Inside Letters - Video Tutorial

Say goodbye to frustrating inner letter cuts and hello to perfectly finished lettering projects! 

Are you a Roland BN2 user finding yourself wrestling with adding cut lines to the inside of letters?

How To Print Ready To Press Transfers - Video Tutorial

Want to create professional-grade, ready-to-press heat transfers from home?

Creating your own heat transfers at home gives you complete creative control and allows you to produce high-quality, professional-looking designs. 

Free Vinyl Sticker Pricing Calculator: Stop Underpricing Your Work

If you're wondering how much to sell vinyl stickers for, you're not alone! One of the biggest challenges for sticker businesses is knowing exactly what to charge.

Too often, small sticker businesses and Etsy sticker shops end up underpricing their stickers, not accounting for all their costs, and actually losing money on orders! Read on to learn more about my free pricing calculator and how to use it!

How to Make Ready to Press Heat Transfers You Can Sell

It's one thing to make ready to press transfers, it's another sell them. 

A lot of places sell DTF transfers, but if you don't want to deal with a DTF printer and you still want to sell t shirt transfers - I have an alternative for you that you can still print at home!

How to Print T Shirt Transfers at Home (Full Color and No Layering)

If you're tired of layering HTV and registration marks..I'm going to show you how to print t shirt transfers at home!

These are full color, ready to press transfers you can print and cut with a single machine! Read on for the details. 

How to Add Roland Cut Lines Inside Letters with One Click (BN2 and Flexi)

If you're struggling to get Roland cut lines inside your letters or on internal parts of a design, it's actually very easy. 

This is probably one of the top questions I get from Roland beginners and it's super easy. Read on to learn the one step you need to take to add cut lines for Roland BN2-20A or BN2-20 inside letters. 

Why I Only Perf Cut Sheet Cut on my Roland BN2-20A

If you want to save material when printing on your Roland BN2-20A or BN2-20 you can take advantage of the Perf Cut Sheet Cut option. 

This setting will allow you to clearly tear away the printed material you have already printed, while leaving the bare minimum lead material for the next print - avoiding waste. Read on for how to set up this option.

HTV Transfers: Why Using a Cold Laminator is Key

Want to avoid bubbles when you're masking HTV transfers? The key is a cold laminator.  

Read on for how I use a cold laminator to avoid bubbles in my HTV transfers!