Silhouette CAMEO 4 Beginner Tips! Do's And Don'ts to Get Started! (CAMEO Plus too!)

[@texanandes]

This video was SO HELPFUL to me. I cannot thank you enough for doing a walkthrough on the absolute basics.

[@SilhouetteSchool]

Glad it was helpful!

[@BernieSpearman]

I am a new beginner and I greatly appreciate you for being so thorough you seem to be a very good instructor. Thank you so much.

[@SilhouetteSchool]

Glad it was helpful!

[@imperfecttocrafting6255]

I just got a cameo 4 for Christmas. Never done anything like this before. Perfect timing on your video. I don't believe I heard you say the name of the PURPLE blade that we should get. Thanks for all your videos.

[@SilhouetteSchool]

It's a 1mm Premium Blade. www.silhouetteschoolblog.com/2021/04/silhouette-cameo-4-premium-blade-how.html

[@kia12345671]

Thank you for this. My husband just got this for me for Christmas. Definitely will be following to learn more.

[@SilhouetteSchool]

That's great! I also suggest starting here www.silhouetteschoolblog.com/p/new-start-here.html

[@Crafts-and-cocktails]

Love this. I’m getting my Cameo 4 Pro next week and I need to learn this.

[@SilhouetteSchool]

Have fun!

[@lenellscreations6484]

She had me at 1:40!! 😂 I’m like how does she know what projects I’ve saved 🤦🏽‍♀️ New Cameo 4 Tuesday! New subbie!

[@BernieSpearman]

I’m new at this myself sis, we all learning, at first I was a little intimidated. I didn’t open my box for weeks I think almost about a month. 😂 Thank the LORD for her tutorials.

[@ohyetgalicia2489]

Wow! Thank you so much for the tutorial I just got my Cameo Plus.

[@SilhouetteSchool]

Glad I could help! Be sure to check out my blog SilhouetteSchoolBlog.com for thousands of free tutorials :)

[@chelsealane6363]

Thank you! This video has been so helpful! I have watched so many videos, but none have even come close to being this informative.

[@SilhouetteSchool]

Glad it was helpful!

[@MandyTerry-n2c]

Thank you so much i was so lost!!

[@chanra267]

Thank you so much for the tutorial...I took a break bc I kept wasting vinyl, but I will change the force to a 14. Thank you 😊

[@SilhouetteSchool]

Glad it helped!

[@michaeldequatro1012]

Great video. I couldn't figure out why my machine wasn't cutting the stencils all the way through. My blade wasn't in all the way. Thank you so much.

[@SilhouetteSchool]

You are welcome!

[@albertagrebe2470]

Thank you for the helpful tips on why the machine wouldn't cut my htv (blade settings). My question is.....why doesn't silhouette fix this issue with an update? It sure would help us newbies trying to learn and cut down on waste and frustration.

[@ellenbeliveau4606]

Thank you so much for the tutorial. It was very informative and helpful.

[@diamondrosestarot]

I got your book and signed up for trial Sil U . This was so easy to follow thank you!!!!!’

[@SilhouetteSchool]

Awesome!! Thank you

[@donnagarner4282]

I got a lot of info from this video thank you!

[@SilhouetteSchool]

Glad it was helpful!

[@imsewnavy]

This is so helpful! I mentioned on a different video that I needed Silhouette for dummies! 😄 this helped so much!!

[@SilhouetteSchool]

I'll just leave this right here ;) www.ultimatesilhouetteguide.com/

[@imsewnavy]

@@SilhouetteSchool Thank you so much!

[@LadyMocha]

I'm going to be a full time student. Didn't even realize I had a gap in the blade feeder...I plan on watching more of your videos and I am a new subscriber as well....

[@SilhouetteSchool]

That's great!! Welcome!

[@bettypierce8050]

Great video. Glad I found you.

[@SilhouetteSchool]

Thanks for watching!

[@AnaSilva-ux6us]

Hi Melissa, I just got my cameo 4 and I've been watching all your videos trying to learn to use it, so thank you so much for sharing your knowledge with all of us!!! I have a quick question, as I was trying to cut some stickers I am trying to select the cut edge option. But, It won't let me select it. Do you happen to know why that is and how I can fix it? Thank you so much!!!

[@SilhouetteSchool]

Hey there! That really depends on what you mean that it won't let you select it. I'd check out this blog post and then reach out if you still have trouble!

[@anthonykirkendhall4344]

Awesome! You saved my machine!

[@SilhouetteSchool]

Glad I could help!

[@autoweldandpaintingfabrication]

Hi sis, i am your new subscriber keep it up a good work idol!

[@SamVa94]

I'm making a switch. Is there anyway to transfer cricut projects over to silhouette?

[@SilhouetteSchool]

Hey there, only if they're SVGs that you've imported from a third party. Unfortunately, you cannot export native Cricut files.

[@Jeannie37412]

I really appreciate you!

[@arvzprintingexpress7488]

100% of the time, only carriage 1 is useful. I hope silhouette will release blade similar to deep point blade for carriage 2. Cricut has it, so much better than kraft blades.

[@AndrewTAustinMetaphors]

Awesome, thank you!!

[@SilhouetteSchool]

You're welcome!

[@creamnation7531]

Will it 13x19 ? ThNks for showing

[@SilhouetteSchool]

If you are asking if you can cut 13x19 on the 12" CAMEO 4, no as it's only a 12" wide cutter.

[@elizabethk8938]

Right now, I've had my machine for a month and hate it. I've played with, done SilhouetteU tutorials and watched every video I can find. I've gone through help with customer service and I still can't get a good cut. I want to toss it out the window. I'm still trying and still watching your videos to see if there's something I missed.

[@SilhouetteSchool]

Hey there! Please email the Silhouette U inbox or take advantage of the 1:1 chat hours so we can help!

[@Purebeachlove]

Do I still need to change force to 14 for HTV and adhesive vinyl if I just purchased the cameo 4?

[@SilhouetteSchool]

I still recommend this, yes.

[@Purebeachlove]

@@SilhouetteSchool thank you! I have a cricut air 2 but I’m so excited to test my new cameo! Thanks for all the tips!

[@elizamaynor394]

When would you use a mat and when would you not?

[@SilhouetteSchool]

You don't need to use a mat for lined materials. But you can as an option

[@kennethkyamanywa3894]

Thanks for the tutorial. Just wondering if its possible to cut 3mm thick and what settings and blade i can use for the silhoutte 4 cameo

[@SilhouetteSchool]

Hey there! Check out this blog post: www.silhouetteschoolblog.com/2019/11/silhouette-cameo-4-3mm-kraft-blade-beginner-first-cut.html

[@BillieLee-dg3pq]

How do you unstick your cameo blades?

[@SilhouetteSchool]

You could try cleaning your blade: www.silhouetteschoolblog.com/2022/08/how-to-clean-cutting-mats-and.html

[@anthonylee5003]

Hey Melissa, great video as always. I've now moved up to a new cameo 4 plus from my portrait 3. For some reason it is cutting in a entirely different location on the matt ? Do you know why ? I've made sure the blade is in correctly as you have shown us. Thanks Tony

[@SilhouetteSchool]

Hey there! Make sure that you have your mat turned on in the page set up and that your firmware is up to date.

[@anthonylee5003]

@@SilhouetteSchool Thank you, yes I've done that and selected the page size, is there anything else you can think of ?

[@bathtimeboutique2594]

I just bought Cameo 4, I have Cricut Maker know that machine well. Just wanted to branch out, they say cameo hard to learn. I love making tshirts and sweatshirts. They say cameo hard to learn, but going to watch all your videos. Thank you!!! I do need a heat press I 've been using easy press ready for heat press. Can you recommend one?

[@SilhouetteSchool]

Welcome to the Silhouette world! I wouldn't say hard to learn but you'll definitely get out of it, what you put into learning! This is my current go-to heat press: www.silhouetteschoolblog.com/search?q=8+in+1

[@bahmchiq]

Hello, I am new at buying the silhouette cameo. I picked the cameo 4 plus because of the 3mm. Which blade is best for cutting custom corrugated boxes? Thank you in advance.

[@SilhouetteSchool]

Hey there! It is really going to depend on how thick the material is. Check out this blog post: www.silhouetteschoolblog.com/2019/11/silhouette-cameo-4-3mm-kraft-blade-beginner-first-cut.html

[@Ririsdiaries08]

i just bought my cameo 5 and still cant use it. it wont cut. i badly need help to get started

[@alma.702]

Can you please make more videos using the cameo pro 🙏🙏

[@laurenbanks9521]

Can you use this machine with only the auto blade plugged in? I just bought this machine off ebay and realized I didn't research enough lol

[@SilhouetteSchool]

Yes you can use it with just the autoblade. I have a lot more tutorials on SilhouetteSchoolBlog.com as well to help you get started

[@laurenbanks9521]

@SilhouetteSchool I can't get it to cut so I was just wondering if it is because there are setting for the 2nd cartridge even though there isn't one installed? Or is it because I need to purchase a new 1mm blade

[@susanneward4204]

How do i place Siser Easyweed on the mat?

[@SilhouetteSchool]

You want the matte side up, shiny side down. The shiny layer is your transfer mask.

[@wildcatz42743]

What was the purple blade called again? I probably need one of those.

[@SilhouetteSchool]

1MM blade You can find it here www.amazon.com/shop/silhouetteschool/list/MOVDRDD6SM6W

[@moniquerubio3456]

Can the purple top blade cut through faux leather and chunky glitter leathers? Or do you recommend a different blade?

[@SilhouetteSchool]

Yes it can!

[@crystalbee7654]

what is the name of ur heatpress ?? I also love ur videos and the way you explain the “how to” thank u

[@SilhouetteSchool]

Hi there! It's the 8-in-1 from Swing Design, check out the blog posts we have on it here: www.silhouetteschoolblog.com/search?q=8+in+1

[@ZERAMM]

What can i do to get my license key for my machine? i bought a new laptop and contacted the company i bought it from three times and they will not help me. Do you know who i can contact about this?

[@diamondrosestarot]

OMG I love you❤❤❤❤❤

[@laurahatfield736]

Can you give us the link for the purple blade?

[@SilhouetteSchool]

Hey there! Check out this blog post for links :) www.silhouetteschoolblog.com/2021/02/new-silhouette-cameo-4-blades-first-look.html

[@kadianbarker4648]

Can the Bluetooth be used with a phone or tablet

[@SilhouetteSchool]

You can use the Silhouette Go mobile app but it's not nearly as robust as the desktop app.

[@melaniedonaldson3724]

Thank you so much for all of the knowledge you share I have learnt so much! Can you please help me with a problem? My machine will not register the top left registration mark. I’ve tried recalibrate, putting the censor over the mark, moving the placement of sticker paper on the mat and it’s still cutting way off. I’ve wasted so much material and so frustrated, please help!

[@SilhouetteSchool]

Hi MELANIE DONALDSON, it would be easier to provide you the help you are requesting if you could please send an email with some additional information. Please provide as much info (including cut settings / exact material / screen grabs) as possible when emailing. My email can be found through the contact page on Silhouette School Blog www.silhouetteschoolblog.com/p/blog-page_9.html

[@clendonrobinson6867]

I've had the 4plus since it's introduction. I still haven't tried to teach myself

[@SilhouetteSchool]

No need to! That's what I'm here for. Start here: www.silhouetteschoolblog.com/p/silhouette-cameo-first-cut-and-beginner_14.html

[@clendonrobinson6867]

@@SilhouetteSchool how can I cut out a photo in silhouette cameo 4

[@shellyscholting4443]

Your video's are awesome for learning, even though I still have a hard time, but that is due to a different reason. I wanted to know if you would tell me the exact name of the blade you recommend other than the auto blade. I went looking, but didn't realize there was so many different ones. Thank you.

[@SilhouetteSchool]

1 mm Manual Blade :) Check out this blog post for a great look at the blades you can use with the Cameo 4 www.silhouetteschoolblog.com/2021/02/new-silhouette-cameo-4-blades-first-look.html

[@tinasimaika]

Do I need ince and a white to use oil?

[@SilhouetteSchool]

I'm sorry I am not understanding the question you are asking.

[@richellefiscus9309]

I worked with Cricut for years. Struggling with the silhouette…

[@SilhouetteSchool]

I would recommend starting here www.silhouetteschoolblog.com/p/new-start-here.html and here www.silhouetteschoolblog.com/p/silhouette-cameo-first-cut-and-beginner_14.html

[@carmenoswald2868]

Where can we find the hummingbird file? I love it!!

[@carmenoswald2868]

I just found it! I should have known it would be on so fontsy!

[@beccacarroll918]

What’s the link to make the decal that you have on the side???

[@SilhouetteSchool]

Hey there! You can find it here: sofontsy.com/collections/free-silhouette-templates

[@beccacarroll918]

@@SilhouetteSchool schweet thank you!!

[@mistyzavala5388]

Mine has been in the box for over a year.

[@SilhouetteSchool]

You need to get it out!!

[@belindaprescott4753]

I just print and cut for the very first time today using the tutorial you did with your daughter…… thank you 😊 Hubby got me a cameo 4 for Christmas ❤️ I wanted it specifically to cut planner stickers 😁 Okay, a little off topic, but where did you get that sweater? I LOVE it 🥰

[@SilhouetteSchool]

That's great you were able to do it!! The sweater I'm wearing in this video is VICI. www.vicicollection.com/

[@belindaprescott4753]

@@SilhouetteSchool thank you 😊

[@laniwiens6574]

I'm glad you asked that question about the sweater, it caught my eye, too! :)

[@dickydedaye9586]

Looking to buy a machine was looking at this or the cricut maker 3 have no idea which to buy and get started with , please help thanks

[@SilhouetteSchool]

We have a blog post about switching from Cricut: www.silhouetteschoolblog.com/2021/03/is-it-cost-and-time-effective-to-switch.html You should be able to get some valuable information about the pros and cons!

[@SilhouetteSchool]

This should help you and if you have any further question feel free to email me melissa(AT)SilhouetteSchoolBlog.com ! www.silhouetteschoolblog.com/2021/03/is-it-cost-and-time-effective-to-switch.html

[@nelsonfelix6701]

Hi! I'm from Brazil and I'm looking for a video on how to use foil quill on the machine Cameo 4. I saw it on Pinterest

[@SilhouetteSchool]

Hey there, check out this blog post: www.silhouetteschoolblog.com/2019/11/how-to-use-foil-quill-in-silhouette.html

[@laurenekendrick4928]

whats the actual name of the purple topped blade that is NOT the autoblade?

[@SilhouetteSchool]

It is the 1mm manual blade! Check out this blog post for all Cameo 4 blades: www.silhouetteschoolblog.com/2021/02/silhouette-blade-name-changes-in-send.html

[@xeniaendris3010]

Omg I have my cameo plus for 3 plus years and haven’t used it 😢I scared 😱 lol

[@SilhouetteSchool]

You can do it! I would start here! www.silhouetteschoolblog.com/p/new-start-here.html If you find that you need extra help we'd love to see you over at Silhouette U where we have in depth videos, and office hours for 1:1 help! www.silhouetteu.com

[@pursellgroup]

I want to join silhouette u but it will not pull up in my computer browser, only on mobile. Any reason why?

[@SilhouetteSchool]

@Jill Pursell www.silhouetteu.com should work on both mobile and desktop. I just confirmed it does. If you have an issue shoot me an email: [e-mail]

[@CrystalChristianStore]

I need the link for the purple blade😪

[@SilhouetteSchool]

It's linked in this post: www.silhouetteschoolblog.com/2021/04/silhouette-cameo-4-premium-blade-how.html

[@CrystalChristianStore]

@@SilhouetteSchool thanks ☺️

[@mannymoreno299]

I cannot remove the auto blade in tool 1

[@mannymoreno299]

The auto blade is not low enough.

[@SilhouetteSchool]

Hey there, I'm not totally sure what you mean. I'd check out this blog post to make troubleshoot your autoblade: www.silhouetteschoolblog.com/2019/11/silhouette-cameo-4-autoblade-wont-cut-5.html

[@bigblynd]

I started with small letters the vinyl got wrinkled and I quit

[@SilhouetteSchool]

Hey there! Check out this blog post: www.silhouetteschoolblog.com/2017/02/7-tricks-to-cleanly-cutting-tiny-script.html

[@robinwaltz5037]

What is her Facebook and Blog called?

[@SilhouetteSchool]

facebook.com/silhouetteschool and the blog can be found at www.silhouetteschoolblog.com

[@jenniferbouhana193]

Mine is still in the box…..😩😂😳

[@SilhouetteSchool]

Just take it out! You'll be glad you did. If you want something structured with in depth videos, opportunities for 1:1 help and more check out Silhouette U! silhouetteu.com/pages/silhouette-videos-help

[@thedustytrail-e7m]

why does the print and always fail? on the cameo 4

[@SilhouetteSchool]

Usually there's something that's been set up incorrectly that causes it to fail. Follow this tutorial exactly and it should work fine. www.silhouetteschoolblog.com/2021/04/print-and-cut-silhouette-cameo-4.html