You are a totally awesome instructor. You go a just the right speed. You explain every step fully without giving useless info and jumping all around. You stay on track with allows me to stop video and take notes as needed. You are the best I've seen thus far.
I purchased my Black Cat Cougar cutting machine just 4 days ago. I quickly realised that I needed a designing program to work in conjunction with the cutter and purchased the Cuts A Lot Pro 4. Totally lost, I had no idea of it's capabilities until I came across your videos. While I have only seen Basic 1 & Basic 2 I am excited about the possibilities of what I can achieve. I would like to thank you for the generosity of your time in producing these videos and imparting your knowledge onto to all the newbies out there. Your teaching method is to be commended and I look forward to the other videos as I am able to comprehend and retain the information that they provide. Thank you again.
I have been putting off learning scal because it has intimidated me. I learned so much from the first video! I didn't realize I could cut directly from scal to my cricut. Thank you so much.
Thank you so much! I've been ready to scream with design space and it losing ,y work constantly. I had been putting off learning SCAL for months. You first two videos helped me make my slimline door frames with ease!!!! I was in business with two styles cut in less than two minutes!!! Thank you so much
Thanks Karin for your informative and inspiring videos. You make me think I can do that! I'm looking forward to more video's on SCAL 4. I just joined your facebook page too.. I'm a newbie with SCAL4 and the Silhouette Cameo v3.3. I messaged you on FB because the email was returned. Thanks again.
Tutorials are fantastic! Will you be covering how to use the rhinestone function? I have scal2 and can't find it on my own now for the last several days. Please thank you.👍
Thank you very much. I do have a basic rhinestone video at th-cam.com/video/5eTEewzEkB8/w-d-xo.html ... Let me know what you need help with and I can plan another rhinestone video, but note that I am now using SCAL 6.
@@SDIVADesigns yes I noticed when I zoomed in. I've looked and looked, but the "effects" icon isn't in the top menu. I so want to use all the supplies I have with the rhinestones. Thank you 🖖.
@@alexgutierrez5123 I wasn’t using version two when I filmed this, so that is probably the problem. I don’t remember which version it was but the current version is version six.
Hi - your videos are excellent, and your explanations are clear. One I didn't understand though, is what a shadow layer Is used for. Thanks in advance for your answer.
I would love if you could list next to the lesson exactly what you are covering in that particular lesson. That way when I need help I could view what is covered in the lesson and know exactly what lesson I need to view for specific help. Thanks
Hi ScrappyDiva, I am new to cutting and have jumped in with both feet to make Christmas Presents. I downloaded a demo of SCAL4 and stumbled across your lessons which are awesome. While I am only on Lesson 3 I have found them to be very detailed and thorough. Thank you so much for taking the time to prepare these. I tried to join your SCAL group on Facebook by clicking the below link but it was not showing up as a valid link. Is there an updated one which I can use?
You do a great job of explaining this program but the the outer most areas don’t show up so I couldn’t see where you were clicking. So I couldn’t see how you got the options for the texting or the top line where preview . Also, is there anyway you can bring in your design space projects?
I am so sorry it has been so long before I could reply. I did not receive a notification of your comment. I will create another video explaining the text tools, but I wonder why some areas were cut off. I will see what I can do. Yes, you can absolutely bring projects you make into Cricut Design Space. All you need to do is export your design from SCAL in SVG format. You can then open the project in Design Space by uploading it. I will also include this in the tutorial.
+Dorenda Johnson SCAL doesn't have a function for filling shapes with text. You would need to create your shape, type your text and then edit the nodes to make the text fill the shape. Here is a video on editing nodes th-cam.com/video/0y_9eDxGkT4/w-d-xo.html ... for software that has this capability, you would need to look at CorelDRAW bitly.com/1XsWKK3
Hi, I watched you Lesson 1 and 2 and I am looking forward to watching more but I was wondering if the method you are showing in the tutorial can be used with SCAL 4 or is what you showing just for SCAL Pro Thank you
There were a few things I was hoping to be covered in one of the two basics videos. 1) I would like to know what is the cut border for the cameo 3 mat? I generally set my x,y coordinates to .250 to leave a 1/4" margin around my designs. Doing this however makes anything near the top margin invisible to the cameo and it just doesn't cut it. 2) What is the drop down menu at the far right of the grey bar the holds the pages? When I click on it, it does nothing. 3) I also noticed on the Position & Size menu there was no explanation of how the relative position works.
I love your tutorials but the out lines don’t show up so I can’t see where in test you were able to to free form or preview on top. Also, is there anyway I can import my designs from design space so I can just print?
Joan Wiese DS is designed to be super easy so people don't have to spend hours on software. For those who want more, you can use 3rd party programs like SCAL and others and export as SVG.
I was wondering when you select the cut icon and then you select the medium that you are cutting, it does not have flocked, glitter, smooth vinyl options how do you know what setting and the depth needed for your cutter? I have a cameo and US cutter
Every machine will be slightly different so you will need to experiment a bit. I do have a settings document in my Silhouette group, but that is for using the Silhouette software with the machine. In any case, those are just starting points. You will still need to experiment. I don't have a US Cutter so I cannot help with that. The best would be to join my SCAL group. There are many members who have US Cutter machines and they will be able to help you. The group is here facebook.com/groups/vinyladdictions/
@@SDIVADesigns Does it completely replace all cartridges...meaning would there be no use for them anymore? I would like to buy the chalkboard fonts cartridge for $20 but am not sure if it will be useful if I also purchase scal?
@@A347baker You will still need at least one cartridge because the machine requires a cartridge which acts as a dongle (key). The designs you have on your cartridges are copyright protected and you will not have them if you don't have your cartridges, however, you can enjoy the beautiful world of free SVG designs and you will be able to design your own. You will be able to cut all the fonts installed on your computer. Join my SCAL group for more info. The link is in my pinned comment below.
Can I when using a 12x12 mat in SCAL 4, size indicate the area size of card that I am going to use, so I can plan out my design so it will fit the size of card I am going to use.
I am working with very large graphics and need to know if there is a way to “cut on pull”. That way the material is being pulled instead of pushed into the blade. Can you help?
@@SDIVADesigns I am really not trying to be a pain. With my cutter blade only moves left to right over the Teflon strip. The machine is like a plotter that feeds and pulls the material. Perhaps push was the wrong word choice. With my software I would like to be able to cut across and left only. That is to say, my cutter is positioned to the right. Materials roll out left. When this machine moves my more slick materials, it gets caught up even at low cutting speed, when the material travels into the blade. Wish I could send you a video🤷♀️ I appreciate your response and replies very much.
I cannot get the RC Merge on the very end of your video - when you have a shadow layer and to create an outline you said to right click and merge - the only merge I can find is to select and go to OBJECT merge - which seemed to do the same thing but I have played that part of video several times but again because the pointer is large its hard to see what you do quickly.
+ScrappyDIVA Crafting Tutorials Sure enough. I tried doing the same in Windows, and there is no Merge option in the choices when you right click. It doesn't matter whether you choose a function from the shortcut menu (right click) or from the menu options. It performs the same way.
+ScrappyDIVA Crafting Tutorials Thanks Karin - I will keep this in mind that in Windows there may be differences - was just intrigued as to why I could not do the same thing. Still not clear on why you have to Merge - used to Canvas but will try it different ways and will see the difference I am sure. Thank you again
+Cyndi Parker You would use pages to organize your project. You can have different versions of something, you can have components of a layout (title, shapes) or other type of project. It really is a way to organize different things that you want to keep separate for some reason. If you don't have the Pro version, you can put different things on different pages depending on the colour you want to cut (the Pro version has cut by colour). You may never need to use pages, but they can be very handy.
It has multiple functions that let you manipulate your pieces in a manner similar to the Slice function in Cricut Design Space, but they give you SO many more options.
Joan Wiese I worked in the computer industry for several years and then translated computer related texts for over 20 years. I also wrote some computer manuals. For those translations and manuals, I had to install the client's software and learn it inside out to be able to write about it. I also worked directly in software code at clients' sites so I really know my way around figuring things out in software. I taught myself WordPerfect 5.1 back in the days of DOS, just before Windows was first released. I could make that program do anything I wanted. People in my office came to me for computer help back then too ;) It all started when we received a computer from our head office and I was told to leave it packed until a technician came in to set everything up. I didn't listen and set it all up, never having touched a computer before. I discovered there was a game on the computer (Donkey Kong) and managed to play. Then I decided I'd better erase my tracks so I typed "del *.*" ... little did I know that meant EVERYTHING, including the emulation program the company had installed so we could use the head office's MAPICs system. DOS always asked if you were sure and I typed Y thinking "duh, why would I type it if I wasn't sure". Then I realized what I'd done. Luckily, there was a computer office next door to us and they told me not to worry. Erasing only marks things for erasure and that they would come over and take care of it for me. That's when I learned that computers were challenging and very cool, but not something to be afraid of!
Wow Karin I'm impressed. That is something that I would do. I started with the radio shack tandy and was connected to the tv. I was always ahead of the time and had such an interest in computers. Now it seems like everyone surpassed me. Love it. But unfortunately I'm a computer immigrant not a computer native. I look forward to more scal videos.
I have several circle svg font files. When I open they it shows 3 of the same letter. I can't figure out how to import and separate them in this program. When I try to add them to the font folder it says it's not a font. Any suggestions?
ScrappyDIVA Crafting Tutorials I'm extremely new to this. I bought the font from ETSY and for the life of me I can't figure out how to separate them. I love your videos btw!
Great instructions, I have SCAL 2. My working mat only shows 5x7, I want the 12x12 but nothing I do will change it. I went into the documents area tried changing there--but nothing worked--help please.
Love your tutorials! I have an out lined word that I brought into scal 4. My issue is. I want to fill in the letters with color. I tried to trace it 2 different ways. The break away confused me as the word has letters like a.e.q - (where the out line also out lined the inner letter)
Hello, I am using the software with my mh us cutter. Issue I am having there is a ghost image on my print area, my cutter cuts my image fine, but towards the end as it returns to its begging point, it puts down the blade and cuts across my newly cut vinyl, I saw a way to refresh my area it envolved highlighting the entire area ( I then saw the nodes, or nodels however you say it) I. Hit the delete button, and my page was clean to start a new vinyl session. Would you know where i go to complete that option to do this?
Sorry, I do not have a US Cutter. I would suggest joining my group and asking your question there. There are thousands of members and some do us US Cutter machines.
Scrappy DIVA I found it.. to the right of the Layer tool bar.. there are some little lines.. hard to see. If you click on them , there is the option to "move layer to page" I had seen this in a different video but could not find it. It is helpful when cutting out different colours of vinyl. You can create the design on one layer, add registration marks, move part of the design to a new page and it will be in the right location for layering the design later. Cut and paste will move the design but may not be in the right position for layering later.
I am using SCAL 4 pro. I notice when you change colours, a really cool set of crayons appears. When I change colours the usual colour gradient appears.. how can I change to the crayons?
Hi, I was wondering if you could help me I'm new to SCAL. Can you please explain me how do you open two projects at the same time? Every time I try to open a new one it makes me close the one I am working. I want to use an image I designed in one project for another project. Thank you very much
I chose not to use facebook for a reason. I love your very knowledgeable teaching and can only view your TH-cam lessons You are the bomb.com Are you going to upgrade to SCAL pro 5. I have had SCAL since version1. Version 2 was my last upgrade until I recently purchased SCAL pro 5. after many years of non use I jumped back into SCAL. From viewing your video I've found SCAL Pro v5 has a few significant differences from SCAL pro v4 and the information for SCAL pro v5 is very limited. The classes offer for SCAL pro v5 on the website is an additional $70 bucks. If I could purchase only the lessons I need I would consider going that route. In the meantime Thank you so much for your tutorials.
+Dorenda Johnson Here is my full SCAL playlist th-cam.com/play/PLLb64hnypU5jvp60SKc2jjbz30BtxMD-e.html ... it is updated whenever I post a new SCAL video. The video on cutting by colour is here th-cam.com/video/X3gsCt-HU0c/w-d-xo.html
It is great that you make these videos to help new users to scal but as a novice I get totally confused because you move so fast from item to item. It would be great if you could slow down so a novice could absorb exactly what you are teaching us. Thank you for all your help.
Hola, por favor me pueden ayudar, c'omo importar una imagen desde ilustrador, y en base a la imagen poder realizar cortes, dobles y dibujos. Le agradezco.
If you need help, you will need to join my group on Facebook at facebook.com/groups/vinyladdictions ... I usually ask you to post a screen shot of what you are doing so I can see what you see. This isn't possible on TH-cam.
You are a totally awesome instructor. You go a just the right speed. You explain every step fully without giving useless info and jumping all around. You stay on track with allows me to stop video and take notes as needed. You are the best I've seen thus far.
I purchased my Black Cat Cougar cutting machine just 4 days ago. I quickly realised that I needed a designing program to work in conjunction with the cutter and purchased the Cuts A Lot Pro 4. Totally lost, I had no idea of it's capabilities until I came across your videos. While I have only seen Basic 1 & Basic 2 I am excited about the possibilities of what I can achieve. I would like to thank you for the generosity of your time in producing these videos and imparting your knowledge onto to all the newbies out there. Your teaching method is to be commended and I look forward to the other videos as I am able to comprehend and retain the information that they provide. Thank you again.
I have been putting off learning scal because it has intimidated me. I learned so much from the first video! I didn't realize I could cut directly from scal to my cricut. Thank you so much.
Thank you so much for letting me know! If you need more help, join us here facebook.com/groups/SCALusers
Learning lots from your videos. Its so nice to see things clearly presented in a logical way!
Thank you Lesley!
Great job Karin you have a wonderful way of explaining things. Thanks for the lessons!
Thanks
Thank you so much Connie. I just saw this notification. You're very kind!
Thank you so much! I've been ready to scream with design space and it losing ,y work constantly. I had been putting off learning SCAL for months. You first two videos helped me make my slimline door frames with ease!!!! I was in business with two styles cut in less than two minutes!!! Thank you so much
Thanks Karin, a LOT of helpful information. Thank you
Really enjoying these lessons, looking at them before purchasing SCAL4, encouraged me to purchase the product,as you make it so easy to follow.
Thank you, Karin.
Thanks Karin for your informative and inspiring videos. You make me think I can do that! I'm looking forward to more video's on SCAL 4. I just joined your facebook page too.. I'm a newbie with SCAL4 and the Silhouette Cameo v3.3. I messaged you on FB because the email was returned. Thanks again.
Tutorials are fantastic! Will you be covering how to use the rhinestone function? I have scal2 and can't find it on my own now for the last several days. Please thank you.👍
Thank you very much. I do have a basic rhinestone video at th-cam.com/video/5eTEewzEkB8/w-d-xo.html ... Let me know what you need help with and I can plan another rhinestone video, but note that I am now using SCAL 6.
@@SDIVADesigns yes I noticed when I zoomed in. I've looked and looked, but the "effects" icon isn't in the top menu. I so want to use all the supplies I have with the rhinestones. Thank you 🖖.
@@alexgutierrez5123 I wasn’t using version two when I filmed this, so that is probably the problem. I don’t remember which version it was but the current version is version six.
I did find workspace change in SCAL 2--it is under Cutter tab
Hi - your videos are excellent, and your explanations are clear. One I didn't understand though, is what a shadow layer Is used for. Thanks in advance for your answer.
You can use shadows to make the top layers more visible or just add colour to something.
Thanks!
I find watching your video your red arrow is too large and it makes it hard to see where Ewe are clicking in the site
Thank you, great information!
I would love if you could list next to the lesson exactly what you are covering in that particular lesson. That way when I need help I could view what is covered in the lesson and know exactly what lesson I need to view for specific help. Thanks
Hi ScrappyDiva, I am new to cutting and have jumped in with both feet to make Christmas Presents. I downloaded a demo of SCAL4 and stumbled across your lessons which are awesome. While I am only on Lesson 3 I have found them to be very detailed and thorough. Thank you so much for taking the time to prepare these. I tried to join your SCAL group on Facebook by clicking the below link but it was not showing up as a valid link. Is there an updated one which I can use?
My earlier group was merged with this one facebook.com/groups/vinyladdictions/
So will the shadow become the new cut line?
thank you SO much for these videos!
Creating a shadow adds an additional cutting line.
You do a great job of explaining this program but the the outer most areas don’t show up so I couldn’t see where you were clicking. So I couldn’t see how you got the options for the texting or the top line where preview . Also, is there anyway you can bring in your design space projects?
I am so sorry it has been so long before I could reply. I did not receive a notification of your comment. I will create another video explaining the text tools, but I wonder why some areas were cut off. I will see what I can do. Yes, you can absolutely bring projects you make into Cricut Design Space. All you need to do is export your design from SCAL in SVG format. You can then open the project in Design Space by uploading it. I will also include this in the tutorial.
Hi! So excited to see tutorials for SCAL 4 PRO! Trying to figure out how to fill an object with text...any help is greatly appreciated!
+Dorenda Johnson SCAL doesn't have a function for filling shapes with text. You would need to create your shape, type your text and then edit the nodes to make the text fill the shape. Here is a video on editing nodes th-cam.com/video/0y_9eDxGkT4/w-d-xo.html ... for software that has this capability, you would need to look at CorelDRAW bitly.com/1XsWKK3
Thank you.
Will this program work with the cricut maker?
Which method are you asking about kath0257?
Hi, I watched you Lesson 1 and 2 and I am looking forward to watching more but I was wondering if the method you are showing in the tutorial can be used with SCAL 4 or is what you showing just for SCAL Pro Thank you
There were a few things I was hoping to be covered in one of the two basics videos.
1) I would like to know what is the cut border for the cameo 3 mat? I generally set my x,y coordinates to .250 to leave a 1/4" margin around my designs. Doing this however makes anything near the top margin invisible to the cameo and it just doesn't cut it.
2) What is the drop down menu at the far right of the grey bar the holds the pages? When I click on it, it does nothing.
3) I also noticed on the Position & Size menu there was no explanation of how the relative position works.
I love your tutorials but the out lines don’t show up so I can’t see where in test you were able to to free form or preview on top. Also, is there anyway I can import my designs from design space so I can just print?
I am working on putting another tutorial together
Would like to learn how to create rhinestone templates and designs with the software
Can you tell me what type of design you are interested in so I can plan a tutorial?
@@SDIVADesigns YAy Would like to see some layering with different colors
@@SDIVADesigns and how to import into SCAL5 and use the imported items
@@lisasmith1393 What format do you want to import from and what do you want to be able to do with those files?
I wish design space were like this or I wish you could cut directly from this program to the explore.
Joan Wiese DS is designed to be super easy so people don't have to spend hours on software. For those who want more, you can use 3rd party programs like SCAL and others and export as SVG.
Thanks Karin.
I was wondering when you select the cut icon and then you select the medium that you are cutting, it does not have flocked, glitter, smooth vinyl options how do you know what setting and the depth needed for your cutter? I have a cameo and US cutter
Every machine will be slightly different so you will need to experiment a bit. I do have a settings document in my Silhouette group, but that is for using the Silhouette software with the machine. In any case, those are just starting points. You will still need to experiment. I don't have a US Cutter so I cannot help with that. The best would be to join my SCAL group. There are many members who have US Cutter machines and they will be able to help you. The group is here facebook.com/groups/vinyladdictions/
Does sure cuts a lot 2 still work with the personal cricut? I would like to use this software but I would like to be sure.
Yes it will. Check it out here cjsales.ecwid.com/
@@SDIVADesigns Does it completely replace all cartridges...meaning would there be no use for them anymore?
I would like to buy the chalkboard fonts cartridge for $20 but am not sure if it will be useful if I also purchase scal?
@@A347baker You will still need at least one cartridge because the machine requires a cartridge which acts as a dongle (key). The designs you have on your cartridges are copyright protected and you will not have them if you don't have your cartridges, however, you can enjoy the beautiful world of free SVG designs and you will be able to design your own. You will be able to cut all the fonts installed on your computer. Join my SCAL group for more info. The link is in my pinned comment below.
Can I when using a 12x12 mat in SCAL 4, size indicate the area size of card that I am going to use, so I can plan out my design so it will fit the size of card I am going to use.
I am working with very large graphics and need to know if there is a way to “cut on pull”. That way the material is being pulled instead of pushed into the blade. Can you help?
I don't understand. Material is not pushed into the blade. The blade travels across the material and is pushed down to cut into the material.
@@SDIVADesigns I’m using a big US Cutter SC2
@@vickirae247 All of these types of cutters work in a similar manner.
@@SDIVADesigns I am really not trying to be a pain. With my cutter blade only moves left to right over the Teflon strip. The machine is like a plotter that feeds and pulls the material. Perhaps push was the wrong word choice. With my software I would like to be able to cut across and left only. That is to say, my cutter is positioned to the right. Materials roll out left. When this machine moves my more slick materials, it gets caught up even at low cutting speed, when the material travels into the blade. Wish I could send you a video🤷♀️
I appreciate your response and replies very much.
@@vickirae247 if you join my grou, you can post I tûtes and videos.
Is there a way to add score lines for projects like 3D boxes?
I cannot get the RC Merge on the very end of your video - when you have a shadow layer and to create an outline you said to right click and merge - the only merge I can find is to select and go to OBJECT merge - which seemed to do the same thing but I have played that part of video several times but again because the pointer is large its hard to see what you do quickly.
+Margaret Holdsworth Maybe the right-click options on a PC and a Mac are different. I will start up Windows and have a look.
+ScrappyDIVA Crafting Tutorials Sure enough. I tried doing the same in Windows, and there is no Merge option in the choices when you right click. It doesn't matter whether you choose a function from the shortcut menu (right click) or from the menu options. It performs the same way.
+ScrappyDIVA Crafting Tutorials Thanks Karin - I will keep this in mind that in Windows there may be differences - was just intrigued as to why I could not do the same thing. Still not clear on why you have to Merge - used to Canvas but will try it different ways and will see the difference I am sure. Thank you again
Can you please explain the function of the different pages? I understand how to create them but don't understand why?
+Cyndi Parker You would use pages to organize your project. You can have different versions of something, you can have components of a layout (title, shapes) or other type of project. It really is a way to organize different things that you want to keep separate for some reason. If you don't have the Pro version, you can put different things on different pages depending on the colour you want to cut (the Pro version has cut by colour). You may never need to use pages, but they can be very handy.
Does it have a slice feature?
It has multiple functions that let you manipulate your pieces in a manner similar to the Slice function in Cricut Design Space, but they give you SO many more options.
Karin, this is just what I was looking for. I just purchased scal4 and need training. How did you become so knowledgeable in this?
Joan Wiese I worked in the computer industry for several years and then translated computer related texts for over 20 years. I also wrote some computer manuals. For those translations and manuals, I had to install the client's software and learn it inside out to be able to write about it. I also worked directly in software code at clients' sites so I really know my way around figuring things out in software. I taught myself WordPerfect 5.1 back in the days of DOS, just before Windows was first released. I could make that program do anything I wanted. People in my office came to me for computer help back then too ;) It all started when we received a computer from our head office and I was told to leave it packed until a technician came in to set everything up. I didn't listen and set it all up, never having touched a computer before. I discovered there was a game on the computer (Donkey Kong) and managed to play. Then I decided I'd better erase my tracks so I typed "del *.*" ... little did I know that meant EVERYTHING, including the emulation program the company had installed so we could use the head office's MAPICs system. DOS always asked if you were sure and I typed Y thinking "duh, why would I type it if I wasn't sure". Then I realized what I'd done. Luckily, there was a computer office next door to us and they told me not to worry. Erasing only marks things for erasure and that they would come over and take care of it for me. That's when I learned that computers were challenging and very cool, but not something to be afraid of!
Wow Karin I'm impressed. That is something that I would do. I started with the radio shack tandy and was connected to the tv. I was always ahead of the time and had such an interest in computers. Now it seems like everyone surpassed me. Love it. But unfortunately I'm a computer immigrant not a computer native. I look forward to more scal videos.
I have several circle svg font files. When I open they it shows 3 of the same letter. I can't figure out how to import and separate them in this program. When I try to add them to the font folder it says it's not a font. Any suggestions?
When you have an SVG file, it is not a font file. You need to separate the letters and move them into position where you want them.
ScrappyDIVA Crafting Tutorials I'm extremely new to this. I bought the font from ETSY and for the life of me I can't figure out how to separate them. I love your videos btw!
Great instructions, I have SCAL 2. My working mat only shows 5x7, I want the 12x12 but nothing I do will change it. I went into the documents area tried changing there--but nothing worked--help please.
I don't know what options SCAL2 had. I'm working with the latest version (SCAL4).
Thank you--I just bought SCAL 4 and I'm trying to install now
Are you in my group? facebook.com/groups/SCALusers/
Love your tutorials! I have an out lined word that I brought into scal 4. My issue is. I want to fill in the letters with color. I tried to trace it 2 different ways. The break away confused me as the word has letters like a.e.q - (where the out line also out lined the inner letter)
Hello, I am using the software with my mh us cutter. Issue I am having there is a ghost image on my print area, my cutter cuts my image fine, but towards the end as it returns to its begging point, it puts down the blade and cuts across my newly cut vinyl, I saw a way to refresh my area it envolved highlighting the entire area ( I then saw the nodes, or nodels however you say it) I. Hit the delete button, and my page was clean to start a new vinyl session. Would you know where i go to complete that option to do this?
Sorry, I do not have a US Cutter. I would suggest joining my group and asking your question there. There are thousands of members and some do us US Cutter machines.
How do I move an object from one layer to another? How do I move it back to first layer? Thanks
Judith Woodworth Use pages for that. Just copy and paste between the different pages.
Scrappy DIVA I found it.. to the right of the Layer tool bar.. there are some little lines.. hard to see. If you click on them , there is the option to "move layer to page" I had seen this in a different video but could not find it. It is helpful when cutting out different colours of vinyl. You can create the design on one layer, add registration marks, move part of the design to a new page and it will be in the right location for layering the design later. Cut and paste will move the design but may not be in the right position for layering later.
Judith Woodworth Maybe there have been changes, but copy and paste puts it in the exact same place on the next page.
I am using SCAL 4 pro. I notice when you change colours, a really cool set of crayons appears. When I change colours the usual colour gradient appears.. how can I change to the crayons?
Judith Woodworth The various colour selection options appear because I am on a Mac. You don't have these choices with Windows.
Scrappy DIVA Oh Darn!! Maybe someday...
Do you do scal4 working with ScanNcut? I would like to make dealings with SCAL4 and cut & draw with ScanNcut? Your advise would be great. X
+Bee Bee I know many people use SCAL4 with their ScanNCut, but I don't have one yet.
Hi, I was wondering if you could help me I'm new to SCAL. Can you please explain me how do you open two projects at the same time? Every time I try to open a new one it makes me close the one I am working. I want to use an image I designed in one project for another project. Thank you very much
You cannot open two SCAL projects at the same time. Put the element you want on the clipboard, open the other project and then paste the element.
is your SCAL group still open?
never mind just saw your pinned comment LOL
Yes it is
I chose not to use facebook for a reason. I love your very knowledgeable teaching and can only view your TH-cam lessons You are the bomb.com Are you going to upgrade to SCAL pro 5. I have had SCAL since version1. Version 2 was my last upgrade until I recently purchased SCAL pro 5. after many years of non use I jumped back into SCAL. From viewing your video I've found SCAL Pro v5 has a few significant differences from SCAL pro v4 and the information for SCAL pro v5 is very limited. The classes offer for SCAL pro v5 on the website is an additional $70 bucks. If I could purchase only the lessons I need I would consider going that route. In the meantime Thank you so much for your tutorials.
Hi again! Also, how to cut by color...
+Dorenda Johnson Here is my full SCAL playlist th-cam.com/play/PLLb64hnypU5jvp60SKc2jjbz30BtxMD-e.html ... it is updated whenever I post a new SCAL video. The video on cutting by colour is here th-cam.com/video/X3gsCt-HU0c/w-d-xo.html
+Dorenda Johnson Be sure to subscribe so you don't miss new videos. Thanks so much for your interest.
how to remove the lines on the artwork
I went through my video again and cannot find the artwork with lines you are referring to.
I am loving these lessons Karin. How can I get in your secret SCAL facebook group?
Patricia Bowman Thank you Patricia. You can just go to facebook.com/groups/SCALusers/ and click Join.
It is great that you make these videos to help new users to scal but as a novice I get totally confused because you move so fast from item to item. It would be great if you could slow down so a novice could absorb exactly what you are teaching us. Thank you for all your help.
Will do. Thanks for the suggestion.
how to get on group?
I posted the link below
Hola, por favor me pueden ayudar, c'omo importar una imagen desde ilustrador, y en base a la imagen poder realizar cortes, dobles y dibujos. Le agradezco.
If you need help, you will need to join my group on Facebook at facebook.com/groups/vinyladdictions ... I usually ask you to post a screen shot of what you are doing so I can see what you see. This isn't possible on TH-cam.
Love all of your tutorials Karyn, however on this one your pointer sooooo big it's hard to see exactly what you are pointing to.
Buddy Smith Sorry. I won't use that again.
+ScrappyDIVA Crafting Tutorials Yes I found that too.
I made a comment below about listing what you cover in each lesson. I apologize i do see it below in comments. Sorry!
Why isn't my color selector crayons?? it's the basic color selector!
+Paige LaBorde Are you on a PC?
+ScrappyDIVA Crafting Tutorials yes I am. I have SCAL 4
More information on SCAL (Sure Cuts a Lot) is available here facebook.com/groups/vinyladdictions
Your lessons are great, but please turn off your phone.
your vedio is blurry
It's actually very clear and filmed in HD. Try choosing a higher resolution.