I absolutely love all your videos. I have watched you for years now. You give information perfectly and you have helped me a lot in my crafting journey. 🎉
I can't even tell you thank you enough for this video. I just got a cameo pro to help me be able to cut more for my retreats. The mat kept sliding and all kinds of problems to the point that I am in tears and ready to send it back. After watching your video, I am having no problems. I really cannot thank you enough!
Omg!!! thank you! this is the 3rd-4th video I've seen and the only one that actually told me what I was lookin for. Press the load mat then load the material!! Brilliant. I was about to return my pro. Giving it a go to cut vinyl today.. Thanks again for being so clear on directions..
I just got my pro, waiting to take it out of the box, as hubby needs to clear his stuff off of my crafting tables. Watching videos is helping to ease my stress
Received a Pro for Christmas. First cutter I've ever seen or used. I LOVE it! It's been and continues to be a learning experience. One fear I have is the material not loading far enough into the machine. Can you please show this? Does the material stop under the roller bar, does it just meet the cutting strip, does it cover the cutting strip, etc?.... I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE your videos!!! Thank you so much for educating me and making me comfortable with my machine!!!!
Thank You Sooo Much for making this video. I was about to quit and throw this machine out of a window! I can't wait to try these tips when I get home today! Thanks! You are the best!
Hello!!! I just got a cameo pro and I’m trying to cut something my my mat keeps moving and it’s locked where you said to lock it. Are you able to help me please? I’m so overwhelmed.
I got the impression that the cameo pro 24" was a huge waste of time and energy and material but since they fixed the loading feature and I am having some hope. I would like to cut 3mm sand blast media but last I tried it slipped all over the place and maybe I need to do several cuts with that. I especially hope to cut Upholstery leather as well. If I had my way I would have a 6 x 4 cutting table that also used peizio ink printing. It seams to me the only media that will actually cut right would be tracker feed media with holes on the edges
im trying to cut a letter size 8.5x11 vinyl, however the machine keeps feeding a little too much to the point that it loses grip of the paper and then the roller would keep on rolling trying to roll the paper in during the registration mark locating stage. How to fix this? Im setting the paper size exactly 8.5x11 in sillhouette studio.
Do you recommend always using the mat for fabric? I know there is a matless feature but I feel like the fabric would be easier to slip around. I’ve not bought this yet, just kind of researching, but it’s looking like the silhouette cameo 4 is the best option for me. I’ll mainly use only for fabric, do you have recommendations on which would be best also?
Hey there, yes, you would always use a mat for fabric. I'd take a peek at our blog posts about cutting fabric here: www.silhouetteschoolblog.com/search?q=fabric As far as which machine, that is going to depend on the size. The Cameo 4, the Plus and the Pro are all the same machine, just getting progressively bigger.
Very Nice video. It helps à lot! I just have a question witch line do you use when you are Cutting a smaller pièce (ex 12 inch) without a Cutting mat. The right line or the left one? Thx
I’m having a tough time with cutting matless htv...it tends to sag / bunch as it’s cutting. I’ve tried all the suggestions that I can find online, but none seem to work. I’ve emailed silhouette, but haven’t got a response yet. It seems like the roller bar isn’t lowering enough for the rollers to grab the htv. Any suggestions?
I swear we live in a information less world. I have a sheet. A 24 inch sheet of stickers. Can this be used to cut? How would I get those registration marks on the sheet paper?
@@SilhouetteSchool I am trying to figure this out. HP designjet with adhesive roll. A massive 24 inch wide 36 foot long roll. Can i cut that with this?
Now I’m actually considering selling my cricut maker and buy a silhouette cameo 4, the matless cutting is not limited to a material brand like the cricut, it is noisy but I’m going to setup mine on a room with a laser cutter and 3d printer. I liked the video👍🏻
We have a whole section of the blog dedicated to switching from Cricut www.silhouetteschoolblog.com/2021/03/is-it-cost-and-time-effective-to-switch.html Check it out!
I find the Silhouette software superior to Design space, but I find the cameo very hard to use. it is not very intuitive. tells you to do test cut. when that fails and you try again - it cuts in the same spot. using the autoblade won't properly cut. cuts one side and not the other and then you have to rip your test cut out of the backing. very frustrating. for now I'll have to save my design to SVG and then use my cricut maker til I can figure this thing out.
The test cut will always cut in the same default spot unless you tell it to cut somewhere else using the directional arrows. I have more than 3k free tutorials on www.SilhouetteSchoolBlog.com that you might want to check out.
Hey there, check out this tutorial and make sure that your rollers are in the correct spot: www.silhouetteschoolblog.com/2020/11/first-cut-with-24-silhouette-cameo-pro.html
Hey there! I would check out this blog post: www.silhouetteschoolblog.com/2020/11/silhouette-cameo-4-pro-set-up-and.html There is a graphic with where your rollers should be for certain materials. Make sure they're correctly placed.
I just purchased the cameo pro, the 24 inch matt shoots right out the back of the machine. ive tried searching all over to find a solution. Im ready to take it back...please help...lol
I just made the mistake of taking a print and cut job with my cameo 3..It is literally chewing up all this expensive paper. im not sure if it is my machine or what but the blade is getting stuck woodpecking...or its not reading the reg marks....like one thing after another...im ready to pull my hair out!
It sounds like you may need to make sure that your blade is clean or use a brand new blade. You could also power cycle your machine (turn it off, unplug, turn it back on).
@@SilhouetteSchool which blade do you recommend for extra heavy cardstock...? Its #110 lb. My cricuit can handle it was 3 cuts over. But it keeps getting stuck on my silhouette...which j would do it all with my cricuit if i have not printed 35 pages for the silhouette...
Can you cut cardstock without a mat I am so new to this I have had my pro for a few weeks now and haven't made one cut cause I don't wanna mess it up lol
Just incase anyone checks this and is wondering if you can you can but its very tricky it's done with the pop out or auto pop out feature here is the video I found it on. th-cam.com/video/pgQGetq4UO8/w-d-xo.html
@@alphacat4927 Thank you for posting this! The cardstock crunched up when I tried it (new machine as well) but I suspect this can be fixed with a bit of trial and error.
I tried to cut a 8ft vinyl, but my machine throws the vinyl out from under the far roller at the 6ft area every time, 30ft vinyl later 100 videos and I'm clueless still. I even moved far the roller to nearly the center and still threw it diagonally and ruined its plotting sequence. So confused at what I'm doing wrong
Check out this blog post for some helpful tips: www.silhouetteschoolblog.com/2021/05/how-to-load-vinyl-into-silhouette-cameo.html. Also make sure that your vinyl is supported so it doesn't have weight pulling against it.
My friend and I desperately need help importing sewing patterns into Silhouette so it can cut our fabric. Using the help through the website is an utter failure. I don’t think the guy who is helping me understands what I’m trying to do. Would you be able to help us?
Hey there! It really depends on the file type. If you'd like extra help - like in-depth video tutorials or 1:1 help via email or chat for your projects - please consider joining Silhouette U (www.silhouetteu.com). We hope to see you soon!
The manual did not say to keep the matt out of the area before pushing the button. Also when they say line it up with the line, the video does not say what SIDE of the line. So both of those things are confusing
I want to correct you on one thing, I listened to where you place the material and ended up cutting my mat. The material needs to be placed 1 line over into the non adheasive area on the mat not just on the sticky or you will cut your mat. So you should see the numbers but you'll have a small strip that's not on the sticky I haven't had any issues loading that cutting mat, but I'm having issues with the vinyl, I don't know if its the blade or what but all my small pieces end up lifting and sticking to the blade which I never had happen with the cameo 3. I have 94 decals to cut and this is getting aggravating lol
Hey there, no. You just need to make sure that you have the rollers in the right spot. Check out the graphic in this blog post: www.silhouetteschoolblog.com/2021/07/how-to-load-vinyl-in-silhouette-cameo-4.html for roller placement.
@@SilhouetteSchool no - I'm used to a cricut design space panel and didn't realize you had to turn on the cut lines. I did turn them on and then it did cut, but the material got skewed going thru and rippped it, wrinkled it etc until I hit the pause button. thanks for your help but that was the last straw for this one. I'll try with the smaller version and see if it's any better. I was surprised how loud those machines are compared to my cricut. I wish cricut would get on board and make a machine that cut larger.
I love this video and have watched it several times. I love my machine and everything it's done for me so far. However, every time I try to cut a larger project (which was the point of me buying the larger machine) my vinyl starts straight but then about half way through (12" or so) it starts rolling through crooked. I have tried adjusting the rollers to different positions, loading it differently, adjusting speeds...nothing seems to be working.. I can't find any videos or tips on how to stop this from happening.. starting to wonder if it's truly something I am doing wrong because no one else seems to be having this problem. Maybe you, or someone here could help me? Anybody else struggling with this issue?
Hi there! I'd make sure that your rollers are seated all the way down and that there is nothing in front of or behind your machine that the material could be hindered by.
Will pay for your time. I need help. Customer service sucks. Doesn’t aren’t to exist anymore. I have cameo 4 pro. Trying to use Kraft blade to cut fabric w a stabilizer. Many many problems. Please help
Hi - if you are trying to cut fabric, I would use the Rotary blade not the Kraft Blade. I offer 1:1 help through my website SilhouetteU.com. www.silhouetteu.com
She didnt show us if she load the material and cut atleast 24*24 perfectly. Because this machine gives me a lot of frustration. If we want to use a mat. We need a backup mat but it is not available.in the market
HI there! If you want more in depth videos and instructions, check out Silhouette U, our premium membership site! silhouetteu.com/pages/silhouette-videos-help
The machine is terrible. I bought it last Christmas. Used it twice and it ruins every single cut. I've been in the silhouette family since the very 1st one and naturally I was so excited about it but it is terrible 😕
Hi there! I'd check out this tutorial that has troubleshooting tips to see if any of these help your cuts! www.silhouetteschoolblog.com/2019/11/silhouette-cameo-4-autoblade-wont-cut-5.html
Hi there. If you do not care for the way I deliver content there are millions of other videos on youtube you can watch. Just click the stop botton and carry on.
I absolutely love all your videos. I have watched you for years now. You give information perfectly and you have helped me a lot in my crafting journey. 🎉
Thank you so much! I'm glad you've found my videos helpful!
I can't even tell you thank you enough for this video. I just got a cameo pro to help me be able to cut more for my retreats. The mat kept sliding and all kinds of problems to the point that I am in tears and ready to send it back. After watching your video, I am having no problems. I really cannot thank you enough!
Glad I could help!
Omg!!! thank you! this is the 3rd-4th video I've seen and the only one that actually told me what I was lookin for. Press the load mat then load the material!! Brilliant. I was about to return my pro. Giving it a go to cut vinyl today.. Thanks again for being so clear on directions..
I just got my pro, waiting to take it out of the box, as hubby needs to clear his stuff off of my crafting tables. Watching videos is helping to ease my stress
Received a Pro for Christmas. First cutter I've ever seen or used. I LOVE it! It's been and continues to be a learning experience. One fear I have is the material not loading far enough into the machine. Can you please show this? Does the material stop under the roller bar, does it just meet the cutting strip, does it cover the cutting strip, etc?.... I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE your videos!!! Thank you so much for educating me and making me comfortable with my machine!!!!
Thank you so much! I was having difficulties with aligning the Print and Cut. I tried it without the mat, and it was perfect! THANK YOU!!
I preordered this sooo long ago and it just showed up!!! Thx for the help! 🥰
Thank You Sooo Much for making this video. I was about to quit and throw this machine out of a window! I can't wait to try these tips when I get home today!
Thanks! You are the best!
Glad I could help!
I’m so excited to get my pro !! hopefully be here this month 😍
great viveo!i just got the cameo 4! thank you
I didn't know about this machine, so thanks for putting it out there and explaining how it work.
This was very helpful.. thank you
Hello!!! I just got a cameo pro and I’m trying to cut something my my mat keeps moving and it’s locked where you said to lock it. Are you able to help me please? I’m so overwhelmed.
I got the impression that the cameo pro 24" was a huge waste of time and energy and material but since they fixed the loading feature and I am having some hope. I would like to cut 3mm sand blast media but last I tried it slipped all over the place and maybe I need to do several cuts with that. I especially hope to cut Upholstery leather as well. If I had my way I would have a 6 x 4 cutting table that also used peizio ink printing. It seams to me the only media that will actually cut right would be tracker feed media with holes on the edges
Hi Melissa, where can I purchase the pink scissor with big handle that you have?
im trying to cut a letter size 8.5x11 vinyl, however the machine keeps feeding a little too much to the point that it loses grip of the paper and then the roller would keep on rolling trying to roll the paper in during the registration mark locating stage. How to fix this? Im setting the paper size exactly 8.5x11 in sillhouette studio.
This blog your talking about - not sure what link is the blog for the 24" caveats ? But please let me know thank you !
My blog can be found at www.silhouetteschoolblog.com
You may have this somewhere else but I couldn't find it. Where did you get the table the machine is on?
It's from Amazon amzn.to/3uUzYWU
@@SilhouetteSchool Thanks so much!!
Do you recommend always using the mat for fabric? I know there is a matless feature but I feel like the fabric would be easier to slip around. I’ve not bought this yet, just kind of researching, but it’s looking like the silhouette cameo 4 is the best option for me. I’ll mainly use only for fabric, do you have recommendations on which would be best also?
Hey there, yes, you would always use a mat for fabric. I'd take a peek at our blog posts about cutting fabric here: www.silhouetteschoolblog.com/search?q=fabric As far as which machine, that is going to depend on the size. The Cameo 4, the Plus and the Pro are all the same machine, just getting progressively bigger.
Very Nice video. It helps à lot! I just have a question witch line do you use when you are Cutting a smaller pièce (ex 12 inch) without a Cutting mat. The right line or the left one? Thx
Check out this blog post: www.silhouetteschoolblog.com/2021/07/how-to-load-vinyl-in-silhouette-cameo-4.html
So helpful thanks
No problem!
I’m having a tough time with cutting matless htv...it tends to sag / bunch as it’s cutting. I’ve tried all the suggestions that I can find online, but none seem to work. I’ve emailed silhouette, but haven’t got a response yet. It seems like the roller bar isn’t lowering enough for the rollers to grab the htv. Any suggestions?
A reply to this would be great I'm having the same issue. I already go mattless on the sticky vinyl.
Hey there! Check out this blog post!
www.silhouetteschoolblog.com/2020/06/vinyl-slipping-when-cutting-without-mat.html
I also have issues with the vinyl sliding with no mat on the 4 pro! The video you suggested is not with the 4 pro, and it has different rollers!!
Me too.
I swear we live in a information less world. I have a sheet. A 24 inch sheet of stickers. Can this be used to cut? How would I get those registration marks on the sheet paper?
Are you trying to cut registration marks for layering vinyl or are you trying to print and cut?
@@SilhouetteSchool I am trying to figure this out. HP designjet with adhesive roll. A massive 24 inch wide 36 foot long roll. Can i cut that with this?
Now I’m actually considering selling my cricut maker and buy a silhouette cameo 4, the matless cutting is not limited to a material brand like the cricut, it is noisy but I’m going to setup mine on a room with a laser cutter and 3d printer. I liked the video👍🏻
We have a whole section of the blog dedicated to switching from Cricut www.silhouetteschoolblog.com/2021/03/is-it-cost-and-time-effective-to-switch.html Check it out!
I find the Silhouette software superior to Design space, but I find the cameo very hard to use. it is not very intuitive. tells you to do test cut. when that fails and you try again - it cuts in the same spot. using the autoblade won't properly cut. cuts one side and not the other and then you have to rip your test cut out of the backing.
very frustrating. for now I'll have to save my design to SVG and then use my cricut maker til I can figure this thing out.
The test cut will always cut in the same default spot unless you tell it to cut somewhere else using the directional arrows. I have more than 3k free tutorials on www.SilhouetteSchoolBlog.com that you might want to check out.
So what would the speed be at? I'm cutting a little bit thicker blue vinyl for stenciling
3 or 4 should be ok!
How do you get your silhouette matless vinyl to not move, it's starts out fine and slowly moves as it's cutting.
Hey there, check out this tutorial and make sure that your rollers are in the correct spot: www.silhouetteschoolblog.com/2020/11/first-cut-with-24-silhouette-cameo-pro.html
I just got my pro today and I can't load. It seems to only pull the left side. I have tried everything. Any suggestions?
Hey there! I would check out this blog post: www.silhouetteschoolblog.com/2020/11/silhouette-cameo-4-pro-set-up-and.html There is a graphic with where your rollers should be for certain materials. Make sure they're correctly placed.
I just purchased the cameo pro, the 24 inch matt shoots right out the back of the machine. ive tried searching all over to find a solution. Im ready to take it back...please help...lol
See if there's a firmware update that you need to do or change software versions
Where can you purchase the pro?
How small can you go with a cameo 4 pro?
I am lookikg for an upgrade for my brother scan'n cut cause the small detail performance is really bad.
Hi there! Check out this blog post: www.silhouetteschoolblog.com/2017/02/7-tricks-to-cleanly-cutting-tiny-script.html
I just made the mistake of taking a print and cut job with my cameo 3..It is literally chewing up all this expensive paper. im not sure if it is my machine or what but the blade is getting stuck woodpecking...or its not reading the reg marks....like one thing after another...im ready to pull my hair out!
It sounds like you may need to make sure that your blade is clean or use a brand new blade. You could also power cycle your machine (turn it off, unplug, turn it back on).
@@SilhouetteSchool which blade do you recommend for extra heavy cardstock...? Its #110 lb. My cricuit can handle it was 3 cuts over. But it keeps getting stuck on my silhouette...which j would do it all with my cricuit if i have not printed 35 pages for the silhouette...
Can you cut cardstock without a mat I am so new to this I have had my pro for a few weeks now and haven't made one cut cause I don't wanna mess it up lol
Just incase anyone checks this and is wondering if you can you can but its very tricky it's done with the pop out or auto pop out feature here is the video I found it on. th-cam.com/video/pgQGetq4UO8/w-d-xo.html
Looks like you're on your way! Happy crafting!
@@SilhouetteSchool Thanks it is pretty cool machine.
@@alphacat4927 Thank you for posting this! The cardstock crunched up when I tried it (new machine as well) but I suspect this can be fixed with a bit of trial and error.
@@anightin Your welcome and so did mine I haven't used the machine since but I think a little more tries at it I can get the settings correct.
I got 3 12*24 mats off Amazon, and they folded them in the box, are they still OK with a bend in them?
Yes they should be okay - leave them out or hanging and they should unfold
I don't know why Cameo 4 is not using Roller Bar/wheels similar to Graphtec and other inexpensive plotters
I tried to cut a 8ft vinyl, but my machine throws the vinyl out from under the far roller at the 6ft area every time, 30ft vinyl later 100 videos and I'm clueless still.
I even moved far the roller to nearly the center and still threw it diagonally and ruined its plotting sequence. So confused at what I'm doing wrong
Check out this blog post for some helpful tips: www.silhouetteschoolblog.com/2021/05/how-to-load-vinyl-into-silhouette-cameo.html. Also make sure that your vinyl is supported so it doesn't have weight pulling against it.
My friend and I desperately need help importing sewing patterns into Silhouette so it can cut our fabric. Using the help through the website is an utter failure. I don’t think the guy who is helping me understands what I’m trying to do. Would you be able to help us?
Hey there! It really depends on the file type. If you'd like extra help - like in-depth video tutorials or 1:1 help via email or chat for your projects - please consider joining Silhouette U (www.silhouetteu.com). We hope to see you soon!
The manual did not say to keep the matt out of the area before pushing the button. Also when they say line it up with the line, the video does not say what SIDE of the line. So both of those things are confusing
will this be he same for the 15"
This is applicable for all Cameo 4 models.
I want to correct you on one thing, I listened to where you place the material and ended up cutting my mat. The material needs to be placed 1 line over into the non adheasive area on the mat not just on the sticky or you will cut your mat. So you should see the numbers but you'll have a small strip that's not on the sticky
I haven't had any issues loading that cutting mat, but I'm having issues with the vinyl, I don't know if its the blade or what but all my small pieces end up lifting and sticking to the blade which I never had happen with the cameo 3. I have 94 decals to cut and this is getting aggravating lol
You may want to slow down your cut!
@@SilhouetteSchool I have but the 651 was still peeling things up with it. I had to reverse weed and it was a nightmare. I'm trying StarCraft now
Is it true that you can not cut more than cut 12" wide without a cutting mat?
Hey there, no. You just need to make sure that you have the rollers in the right spot. Check out the graphic in this blog post: www.silhouetteschoolblog.com/2021/07/how-to-load-vinyl-in-silhouette-cameo-4.html for roller placement.
I still don’t get it why we need 24 inches wide while we could make sections of the area and put it together? It’s huge mat!
Go for it! Some people would prefer not to piece together :)
my plus will do a test cut but won't cut the design.
Are the cut lines turned on in the Send panel?
@@SilhouetteSchool no - I'm used to a cricut design space panel and didn't realize you had to turn on the cut lines. I did turn them on and then it did cut, but the material got skewed going thru and rippped it, wrinkled it etc until I hit the pause button. thanks for your help but that was the last straw for this one. I'll try with the smaller version and see if it's any better. I was surprised how loud those machines are compared to my cricut. I wish cricut would get on board and make a machine that cut larger.
Someone have troubles wtih the press of the bar of the machine??
Hi there! I'm not entirely sure what you mean. Let us know so we may be able to guide you!
I love this video and have watched it several times. I love my machine and everything it's done for me so far. However, every time I try to cut a larger project (which was the point of me buying the larger machine) my vinyl starts straight but then about half way through (12" or so) it starts rolling through crooked. I have tried adjusting the rollers to different positions, loading it differently, adjusting speeds...nothing seems to be working.. I can't find any videos or tips on how to stop this from happening.. starting to wonder if it's truly something I am doing wrong because no one else seems to be having this problem. Maybe you, or someone here could help me? Anybody else struggling with this issue?
Hi there! I'd make sure that your rollers are seated all the way down and that there is nothing in front of or behind your machine that the material could be hindered by.
I got my machine for 🎄 and having the same issues. Never had this happen with the 3 or regular 4
Will pay for your time. I need help. Customer service sucks. Doesn’t aren’t to exist anymore. I have cameo 4 pro. Trying to use Kraft blade to cut fabric w a stabilizer.
Many many problems. Please help
Hi - if you are trying to cut fabric, I would use the Rotary blade not the Kraft Blade. I offer 1:1 help through my website SilhouetteU.com. www.silhouetteu.com
She didnt show us if she load the material and cut atleast 24*24 perfectly. Because this machine gives me a lot of frustration. If we want to use a mat. We need a backup mat but it is not available.in the market
HI there! If you want more in depth videos and instructions, check out Silhouette U, our premium membership site! silhouetteu.com/pages/silhouette-videos-help
There is a video from silhouette teaching the proper way to work at the mat. Hmmm
Who liked the video I want it to be at 404 likes
The machine is terrible. I bought it last Christmas. Used it twice and it ruins every single cut. I've been in the silhouette family since the very 1st one and naturally I was so excited about it but it is terrible 😕
Hi there! I'd check out this tutorial that has troubleshooting tips to see if any of these help your cuts! www.silhouetteschoolblog.com/2019/11/silhouette-cameo-4-autoblade-wont-cut-5.html
YOU TALK A LOT YOU TALK TOO MUCH
Hi there. If you do not care for the way I deliver content there are millions of other videos on youtube you can watch. Just click the stop botton and carry on.