ScanNCut: Getting Started

[@barbarachapman6754]

Thank you! Your tutorial was the clearest best one I’ve seen. I am totally new to scan n cut even though I have had one for a long time.

[@shireenmccambridge1296]

Ta te ta for your Great video, really a go-to for all newbies like me. I have just bought a CM900 and this video is invaluable and I'm crafting along with you.

[@craftwithmay]

Glad it was helpful! ❤️

[@ellenhofer3343]

This is a GREAT video. I learned more than at the class I took at my dealer's store! I've had my SNC2 for a year and cut a few things but all of the other video's I've found were too fast and really assumed viewers were already acquainted with their machines. And, now SNC2 videis are few & far between since the new models have come out. Thank you!

[@joylane5560]

I am learning my new toy and loving it. Fussy cutting stamps is a breeze and done in seconds. No more cutting off cats whiskers and tails!

[@beauti60]

Thank you so much for sharing your very easy for myself to follow as having a Brain Injury wondered if you do regular video's.

[@craftwithmay]

Glad you liked the video- yes I post new videos every week.

[@beauti60]

Thank you for your reply is it any particular day.

[@butubuta]

You are a great teacher! You really know what is being clueless. I can't thank you enough for this video. Could you please, make videos working with different fabrics? I checked your videos and they are mostly paper. I really do appreciate your tutorial.

[@wendyw4235]

i wonder how we can better figure out if we should adjust the blade pressure, the cut pressure and the cut speed. I do test cut all the time. It seems ok when it just cut the small square, triangle etc. Then when it start cutting the project with e.g. big or small circle, shapes, it screws. I'm not able to capture the right number of the three when it comes together. Besides, I found out SNC unable to capture the JPEG well unless in way high resolution. strange enough that even it can see what it supposed to cut but when switch to draw, the thing completely disppeared.

[@dianemontavon5670]

This has been the most useful demo. I bought mine a month ago and haven't used it. I will try this...thanks.

[@sheilarogers2608]

I am very, very new t the Brother machine and I just want to say THANK YOU for helping me understand how to get started. This is the bet video I have found!

[@patforrest319]

Just got my machine and watched your video. I'm ready to go and play. Feeling very confident I can do this because of your great video. Thanks so much !!!

[@joylane5560]

Just unpacking mine so thanks for clear instructions to get started!

[@emilyharding-poole4737]

May, this video is very helpful to me. Thank you so much. I will now bring out my machine out of the box to use it.

[@melissanoble1621]

Thank you. This video was most helpful. Just got mine for Christmas! Hope u have more beginner type videos!

[@triciamcfarland8823]

Thank you for the video. Just rec'd my machine yesterday and am looking forward to getting familiar with it.

[@oldbat1982]

May, great video for a first timer. Do you have videos on cutting fabric for appliques? I cant seem to find one. t

[@norinemueller4588]

I know I’m late to the game but just got a scan n cut 2 your video was so helpful thank you

[@esthernance6205]

Thank you i havent used my scan & cut in an year. u made it look so easy, thank you again God bless you for sharing. would like to know how to load vinyle and how to do fabric.

[@craftwithmay]

Esther Nance in a general sense, all materials are the same. Place on mat, cut. But there is some prep I do to some materials and I will be sharing that in a video next month actually!

[@debbiewhite1323]

Great video. Thank you.

[@lynnmartin7123]

I know this is an older video, but it’s so good, really informative, Subscribed, Thank you so much xx😀💚

[@craftwithmay]

Lynn Martin thank you! 💕

[@dianamay6017]

I just received my new scan and cut and I know eventually, we are going to become great friends. I would have appreciated a ‘test mat as I cut right through it several times just getting used to settings and I felt quite de motivated

[@craftwithmay]

Diana May I have a test mat- it’s a mat I cut through! I used packing tape creatively on the back and I use it when doing tests. What I’ve learned is when in doubt- start light. Better to cut a second time then cut up a mat! Good luck to you as you enjoy getting to know your machine!

[@dougroby1420]

May be a dumb question, but do you have to do anything to set the machine up? Such as with a computer or Wi-Fi

[@craftwithmay]

Not dumb at all- and no you do not to begin using

[@dougroby1420]

@@craftwithmay thank you ma'am. Thinking of making shirts. 123 flex and the brother scan n cut is all I need?

[@karenwoolsey6430]

May, I just asked on another video a bunch of questions but if I had looked further,I wouldn't have had to ask. lol. This was very helpful. tyfs

[@elishamckeown9384]

Can I use magnet on my scanning cut

[@parsellart7805]

Thanks for getting back to my question.

[@AnnityVol]

Can I cut faux leather vinyl or ribbon with the scan and cut? Thank you

[@craftwithmay]

The newest model (scanncutDX) cuts up to 3mm including leather, plastics, etc. so yes the materials you mention should absolutely work! You may have fraying issues with your ribbon depending on material, but you can stiffen/add stabilizer. Both of those are probably workable on the old model (SNC2) that you are commenting on as well depending on thickness.

[@BornAgainFarmGirl]

I purchased mine and now the fun begins 😆.

[@sylviagould1624]

if the mats no longer sticky is there a paste you can use to make the mat sticky again ..thanks

[@craftwithmay]

No, once cleaning no longer works it will be time for a new mat. I get soooo many projects out of each mat and blade, at the point of losing stickiness they generally are fairly beat up and it makes sense all around.

[@colgatetoothpaste4865]

Use spray glue

[@te7931]

Alandra craft videos have a few vids to get your mats back to usable

[@monicayates8243]

Just opened my bro again after having it sit for a year. I found your video it is very helpful but I still can’t get this thing to work. It keeps spitting mat out before it “cuts” so it never cuts anything. Going to all Brother helpline. I love yiur style of teaching. Hopefully I will watch another and NOT trash this thing!

[@craftwithmay]

Monica Yates go online, find your model, and update the software. Then check and see before contacting support. That could be all it is. ❤️

[@monicayates8243]

Online at Brother? I think this thing is over a 2 yrs old? Maybe I should buy a cricut maker or explore and use it right away?

[@craftwithmay]

Monica Yates yes online on the brother support website, there IS software updates for Scanncut models, and it WILL help! ❤️

[@chicsuperhousewife]

Thank you for your video. Never thought I would get this machine. My friend gifted me and I am struggling to use it. Its scanner keep picking up the wrong lines to cut even after I press the "outline only" button. It still detect the inside lines and cut all of them. Do you know how can you help me on this please? Many thanks.

[@craftwithmay]

Chic Super Housewife a few thoughts- first make sure you have the software updated. Sounds silly, but sometimes that’s a thing! Secondly make sure whatever you are scanning has an even strong line. Assuming it does, you should be able to see on screen and make adjustments to where it cuts/move the cut outline to be more or less. Hope that helps!

[@jimandcynthiawilkerson810]

Julie, I primarily will be cutting, my own computer made graphics. I need to convert jpegs or PNGs to cutting files, understanding the size adjustment on JPGs will distort. What is a safe way to convert them, or is it just easier to scan a printed example and then have the machine cut it?

[@jiswtlat46]

Can you cut on 1.5milimeter thick magnetic paper with this machine?

[@jayneburt3335]

Hi May, great tutorial! Im thinking of investing in the Scan and Cut, I want to cut 3mm felt. Will this machine cut shapes and fonts without problem?

[@craftwithmay]

Hello! The video you are commenting on is an older model, one that does not cut that deep. The newer model (DX) has both auto blade and capacity to cut up to 3mm, yes. I have dozens of videos on the DX model as well, and often cut thicker materials such as felt.

[@Homestead-nb7dk]

I just about sent my machine back until I found your video, thank you

[@ellenhofer3343]

I felt the same way!

[@deenster808]

Hi!! Thank you for this!! I'm trying to convince my pocketbook that I *need* this....it looks great!! Here's my question: if I want to cut out a stamped image of a word, such as THANKS, can I keep that image in the scan n cut so I can just cut that word out next time without stamping and scanning the image. Hope that makes sense. Thanks!!

[@mayflaum3985]

Yes you can scan + save file and cut anytime on anything. resize it even. However! Should you want to stamp onto that cut file, it's far easier to scan it in and cut each time vs cut outline then try to stamp on it.

[@deenster808]

Thank you so much!! I'm new to your channel and loving your vids. Excited to learn more about this machine!! Thank u!!

[@elizabethgrindal9114]

Deenie Young laawawawaweD

[@bevkennedy5170]

Hi how do you do an aperture card using the scan and cut?

[@craftwithmay]

Hello, I am not sure what that is or why/how you would use such a thing.

[@wnepooh99]

What are all the different materials that the scan and cut will cut?

[@craftwithmay]

There is not a finite list, because it cuts so much! The general rule is, it has to fit in thickness wise and be "cut-able" meaning if I put a sheet of heavy uncuttable metal in... well that wouldn't work! Fabric, paper, wood veneer sheets, felt, chipboard... I've cut a LOT! And I swear every few weeks someone shares another idea. Shrink plastic, vellum... you get the picture!

[@theresachilders7501]

Does the cut and scan able to cut eatable sheet

[@parsellart7805]

Does both scanning mat and cutting mat come with the machine?

[@craftwithmay]

Parsell Art it depends on the machine and bundle- there are different options so check what the retailer is offering - there should always be a listing of what they are including for price.

[@BornAgainFarmGirl]

May , I'm studying the machine first but I'm getting close!

[@Kathy-ju1hy]

A year later I hope you can answer: I just got the S&C2. I stamped leaves in oranges and yellows, no black edges. Its not cutting. Do there have to be black edges to cut? 2: will it cut on watercolor 140lb paper???

[@craftwithmay]

Kathy I regularly cut 140lb just fine, though watercolor paper is hard on any blade or scissors it does cut. Yes. Also no the color black isn’t a requirement. It does need enough contrast to be able to clearly pickup or see what you want cut out making dark or bright colors on white the most obvious of good examples for what is easy. If you have solid stamped shapes clear for cutting you may need to play with settings and adjust things once scanned for sensitivity- when I scan I often adjust the # of colors and/or other settings on screen to try and pick up my best cut.

[@zacsgran1]

My scan and cut came with a black and white mat not a blue mat and not a fabric transfer. What is an I supposed to get a blue mat all the videos I’ve watched everyone uses the blue mat even those with the scan and cut 2 350

[@craftwithmay]

Sue Ross Redmon different machines come with different bundles/options. The mat you’re describing sounds like the new (best) mat that you see me use in more current videos. Double check the box and/or if you ordered online what was supposed to be included but sounds like standard mat/package.

[@introvert22]

This was helpful. TFS.

[@Kathy-ju1hy]

ISNT THERE SOME KIND OF MEDIUM TACKY SPRAY ONE COULD APPLY TO AN OLD MAT CUZ THESE MATS ARENT CHEAP FROM WHAT i HAVE SEEN.

[@craftwithmay]

Kathy possibly. Mine last 3-6 months depending on how much cutting and what materials just with regular cleaning so I have had no need to do anything else.

[@Cards4Cancer]

Can you please give me a bit of assistance. I am using the scan n cut canvas with my tablet, so the screens are not like on the computer. Are there tutorials showing how to use Canvas with a tablet? I truly appreciate any assistance.

[@craftwithmay]

Karla Bostic I don’t have a tablet. I would check out balzerdesigns or the ScanNcut channel for possible videos but I am not sure what specialized tutorials there are.

[@colgatetoothpaste4865]

Use a computer or laptop tablets sucks i dont like them

[@lindadonley1903]

Can you do a video on scanning in a pattern and then making multiple of the same pattern on one sheet? I'm helping a store owner get ready for a shop hop and the make and take cards

[@craftwithmay]

Linda Donley I’m not sure what you mean? Can you clarify exactly what you’re trying to do? Once scanned + saved you can add (on edit screen) to make as many as can fit. Might already have a video or yes can make one but want to make sure I know what you’re looking for specifically. Thanks!

[@colgatetoothpaste4865]

Probably u have to first Make the design in corel draw and Make copies of the Same design using (control + c ) one and Make it for in 1 sheet, then export it to the scan and cut software !!

[@friedapartlow]

Thank you

[@mikepjolds7240]

what is the correct way to place Glitter HTV. does it go up or down

[@craftwithmay]

the matte finish/back side should be UP. The shiny/glittery side is the transfer sheet and you do NOT want that cut, therefore it should always be placed down/against the mat. This goes for all materials with a backing/transfer/stabilizing sheet. You want that part against mat vs against blade. Hope that helps!

[@lyntharp2649]

Helpful but very long winded lol