QR Code Generator: How to Make QR Code with Silhouette CAMEO

QR code signs are one of those craft trends that seems to be sticking around so today we have a tutorial on how to make a QR code with Silhouette. 

Using a scannable QR code generator is the key which will allow you to take customization to the next level with your Silhouette projects!  This is a really special, but super easy, way to add even more sentimental value to your projects.  Here's how to do it!

How to Apply Vinyl to Glass Without Bubbles

Applying vinyl to glass (or other non-porous surfaces like tile) can be especially hard to avoid getting bubbles under the vinyl. 

The method shown in this tutorial can help you do just that, and all you're going to need, you probably already have in your kitchen - dish soap and a spray bottle.

When to Mirror Adhesive Vinyl for Silhouette Projects

Mirroring, simply put, is when you flip your design backwards in Silhouette Studio before cutting it out. This is most often done with heat transfer vinyl and usually not done when using adhesive vinyl (like Oracal 651).

Now of course there are always exceptions, like some patterned HTV that doesn't come on a carrier sheet that shouldn’t be mirrored, and believe it or not, there are actually some exceptions with adhesive vinyl as well.

How to Divide Images into Panels in Silhouette Studio (Knife Tool Tutorial)

Want to divide an image into panels or smaller pieces in Silhouette Studio? It's easy to do! 

In this tutorial, we'll show you how to turn a regular mandala into a 9 piece work of art using the Silhouette software. 

7 Tricks to Cleanly Cutting Tiny Script Fonts on Vinyl with Silhouette CAMEO

One of the biggest frustrations for Silhouette CAMEO users trying to cut very intricate designs and text is the more intricate and the smaller the design, the harder it is to get a clean cut.

The problem is some of the most beautiful designs are the most intricate ones with scrolls and flourishes and swooshes and sometimes you just need to cut them small!  That's when having a few tricks up your sleeve for cutting very small designs or text on vinyl can be the difference between a chewed up design and one that cuts perfectly.

Trick to Make a No Measuring Peel and Stick Vinyl Accent Wall (VIDEO)

A few years back I added vinyl decals all over an accent wall in an already-decorated room.  

Everyone asked me then how I did it and I've been saving this trick ever since.

Where to Buy 24" Adhesive Vinyl Rolls for Silhouette CAMEO Pro

With the launch of the 24" Silhouette CAMEO Pro...now the big question is where to buy 24" adhesive vinyl rolls and other wide format materials like stencil material.

In a survey of Silhouette School readers prior to the Silhouette CAMEO Pro launch, finding wide form materials for a 20 or 24" machine was the #1 concern. No need to worry - I have details on where exactly you can find 24" rolls of Oracal 651, 24" adhesive vinyl roll bundles and even longer 24" rolls of Oracal 651 and 631. 

Add Vinyl to Floor Tiles for a Cheap Upgrade: 7 Tips (Video)

If you're wanting to upgrade your boring wall or floor tile...vinyl may just be all you need! 

 

I recently added a farmhouse style tile design cut on vinyl to the tile in my low traffic guest room bathroom and it added a lot of personality to this otherwise kind of dull little space. I got a lot of questions about how I did this and where to find personal and commercial free tile SVG designs so I figured it was worth a tutorial on how to add vinyl to floor tile....so here are my seven best tips!

Vinyl Slipping When Cutting Without a Mat on Silhouette CAMEO? Do This

If you are cutting vinyl without a cutting mat and it's slipping as it rolls down the vinyl it can ruin your vinyl.

 
The roll feeder helps if you are cutting vinyl or heat transfer vinyl off a roll, but if you are cutting a sheet you can run into issues.

This quick fix will help make sure your vinyl does not slip out from under the rollers when cutting sheets of vinyl with your Silhouette CAMEO.

How to Save Vinyl When Cutting Offsets or Outlines (Silhouette Video Tutorial)

If you're looking for ways to stretch your vinyl stash and save some money - then this trick should help.

When cutting offsets or outlines for vinyl decals and heat transfer vinyl designs it can create a lot of waste in the middle area if you just weed it out and throw it away. Now you save save that vinyl and use it for another project.

What Vinyl to Use for Silhouette CAMEO Projects: Beginners Listen Up!

If all the options for vinyl have you confused on what to use when and where and on what - let's just get to the bottom of it today.

Between the numbers, the finishes, and the adhesive types it can be super confusing and overwhelming to figure out the best type of vinyl for your Silhouette CAMEO projects.

Silhouette CAMEO Plus: List of 15" Vinyl, HTV and More

Silhouette CAMEO 4 Plus owners are now on the hunt for 15" vinyl and other supplies to use with their 15" vinyl cutter.

Rolls and sheets of 15" HTV are a lot easier to find than 15" permanent vinyl and other materials so I thought it would be helpful to point you in the right direction for where to all kinds of materials in winder format for the CAMEO Plus.

Tips for Making DIY Doormats with a Vinyl Stencil (Video)

Last week I shared a tutorial on how to make a doormat with Silhouette using heat transfer vinyl and spray paint. Today I'm going to share another method using adhesive vinyl and craft paint.

The trick is to pull out your hair dryer!

How to Design for Wood Signs with Slats in Silhouette Studio

I love a good Silhouette hack and this one is perfect for wood sign vinyl projects.

A lot of wood signs have wood slats which means there's a space between each board where the vinyl basically bridges between the boards.  BUT did you know you can design a break in your vinyl design so the vinyl isn't stretched across. It's actually pretty easy.

How to Make Alcohol Ink Vinyl (Video)

I've shown you guys how to print your own DIY patterned vinyl, but this technique with alcohol inks on vinyl has my jaw on the floor!!

I would have never thought to put alcohol inks on vinyl - but the finished look is stunning and you can get so many different colors and looks.

How to Set Up a Foil and Cut in Silhouette Studio with Foil Quill (Free Practice Design)

Did you know you can add foil accents to your vinyl decals?!

The Foil Quill - which started shipping from certain retailers, including Swing Design, last week makes adding foil to adhesive vinyl - like Oracal 651 and 631 - very easy with the Silhouette.  While this foil and cut tutorial is geared toward vinyl, the foil and cut process works the same for other materials as well.

Silhouette Glitter Vinyl Tutorial for Beginners: Everything You Need to Know

A few weeks ago someone asked me if I had a tutorial on cutting glitter vinyl. I mean of course I do it's right...

Turns out of all the Silhouette tutorials on Silhouette School Blog I didn't have a beginner tutorial on glitter adhesive vinyl. You know like a basic "how to" with the best Silhouette cut settings for glitter vinyl, my favorite brand of glitter vinyl, tips for weeding it, and the best transfer tape for glitter vinyl. Until now...

Easily Fix a Silhouette Registration Mark Sensor Error

At least weekly I get an email from someone saying they're getting a Registration Sensor Error on their Silhouette CAMEO or Portrait.

Luckily this is one of the easiest and quickest Silhouette errors to troubleshoot.

What and When Can I Cut Without Silhouette Cutting Mat?

When it comes to cutting with a Silhouette Cutting Mat there are definitely differing opinions.

While it's not always necessary to cut with a mat, it is always necessary to cut certain materials with a mat. Today we're going to get to the bottom of when and what you can cut without the Silhouette cutting mat and when it's absolutely necessary.

Cutting Vinyl with Silhouette CAMEO for Beginners

Cutting vinyl with the Silhouette CAMEO or Portrait is arguably easier than cutting anything else on the machine.

You want to first start by making sure you have the proper type of vinyl - that in and of itself can be overwhelming. But don't worry - we'll get you covered in one of the most popular tutorials ever on the Silhouette School blog!