Hi. I am using the 813 to make stencils for ceramic and glass. When I put it through my Cricut Explore 2, it picks up the film and even cuts down into the mat. I am using the blade the cane loaded in it. It has been so frustrating I’m ready to throw the whole thing out the window. And then when I unroll my 813, it’s full of bubbles that need to be flattened out on the mat. The most annoying part is that when it’s printing, it lifts the middle of letters that I need to stay there, as in A, P, B, D, etc... THEN when I try to peel the backing from the mat, the backing sticks and tears and doesn’t want to come off. I’ve had to throw away 2 mats in a week and they aren’t cheap. Again, I’m using the blade that came pre-loaded and then the custom setting on the dial. When it asks me to choose a medium, I’m using construction paper because there really isn’t anything as thin as this film listed. This whole Cricut experience is so much more difficult than I ever thought it would be.
Hi Vanessa. I am feeling the same way and having the same issues too :( I just want to make a stencil for a sign. It's so frustrating. I'm starting to think I got a defective machine or something. I just want to give up.
Yolanda moreno great question! I use the regular vinyl setting. Depending on the sharpness if you blade, the default pressure would be just fine. If your blade isn’t very sharp, I recommend changing the pressure to more.
Great video! What have you found the difference to be between 813 stencil vinyl and 631? Is it easier to use for stencils? Are you able to reuse it? Thank you!
At 3:27 you would have less trouble if you were removing the backing from the stencil, rather than the stencil from the backing. Keep the stencil and premask unbent.
I just got Oramask 813 in for the first time. before I could even get it off the roll it started to bubble. Once I finally got it on the sticky mat it started just bubbling for no reason. Then I tried to remove the oramask from my mat the back stuck so bad! I was picking pieces of paper off my mat. Is there something wrong with my produced? Am I handling it wrong?
5bcarr hi there! I’m so sorry to hear this. Did the roll yours came on have a small center or a large center? If the roll has a small center, I have heard of the bubbles happening due to it being wound too tight. If it had the large center that definitely should not happen.
@@5bcarr I had the same problem with my Oramask I currently have it stretched out trying to flatten it. Otherwise It's useless! Thanks for the tutorial
Anita Ramirez great question! I prefer the stencil vinyl over other vinyl because it's thicker and provides a better seal. When using other oracle vinyls I have to seal it prior to painting to prevent the paint from bleeding past. Using the stencil vinyl, I don't have to seal it and I rarely have paint bleed. I hope this answers your question. Thanks for watching!
Great vid! How sticky is the 813?? I've been using 631 or Silhouette Brand Stencil Vinyl and It either bleeds or it pulls the base paint off my sign 😑 (even when I let the paint fully dry) I'd love to find an alternative to what I've been using just doesn't seem to be working :/
Thank you! I find that the 813 has a much better seal than other stencil brands. I only have issues with bleeding if I’m using it on a non sanded surface and don’t take my time painting. If you ever have trouble with you paint being pulled up, I recommend using mod podge or another sealer before applying the stencil.
Whitney Ormsby great questions! No you do not need to flip the image before cutting. The paint I am using is Waverly Matte Chalk Paint from Walmart. It's my favorite chalk paint by far and very reasonably priced!
What transfer tape do you use? I’ve been using Oracal vinyl transfer tape but I’ve had a lot of trouble with the smaller pieces on my stencil but sticking to it when I peel the backing off my stencil
Hello, we are wondering what kind of paint you used on the base white coat. We have used chalk paint and the 813 is leaving adhesive behind when we peal it off. Thank you for any advice.
The regular vinyl setting does not weed well for me. Tried vinyl+ and it wasn’t much better. I ended up using light cardstock setting and it worked the best even tho it went thru the backing in some areas. I am going to try another setting tomorrow. Maybe iron on? Not sure. I hate that I’m having such trouble with it but I know all machines differ.
Taylor Dunn I’m so sorry for the delay. I must have missed a notification for your message. So what I discovered with my machine when the settings didn’t seem to be working right, was that I needed a new blade. I hope that helps!
Heather Laing I would start with removing the blade and cleaning it to make sure there is no build up. If it's clean and still tearing, try going down one setting so it cuts lighter. As far as the bubbling goes, I have never had that happen when laying it on the sticky mat. I'm sorry I can't be of more help on that issue. Maybe contact the company you purchased it from. Perhaps you received a bad sheet.
Sarah Calvin Hi Sarah! I usually order it in bulk so it’s on a roll, but I have also used the flat sheets when the rolls are out of stock. I’ve never had a problem with either type.
Sarah Calvin oh no that’s terrible! Did you contact the company? Maybe it was a bad roll. I’ve heard of people using a heat press (turned off) to flatten rolled sheets. Maybe that would help get the bubbles out too? I’m sorry that happened to you.
Julee Elliott Hi Julee! Is your wood sanded smooth? If you’re using it on a rough surface it does have a harder time sticking. If that is the case, you can still use it but will have to peel it off the transfer tape slowly and then paint carefully.
Great tutorial! Love the step by step instruction...your very good...you should do more! Thank you!!
CarlottaART thank you so much!
Dopfel Designs - You're very welcome!
Great thanks! Very clear instruction. Now I get how it works.
Hello! Thanks for your training... Looking to learn how to make stencils for screen printing… and this technique is the same... Thanks a bunch...
Thank you. This demo answered a couple of questions.
Thanks for sharing! Great video. :) Love your chevron wall too!
My Vinyl Direct Thank you!
Excellent job, clear tutorial.
good job
Hi. I am using the 813 to make stencils for ceramic and glass. When I put it through my Cricut Explore 2, it picks up the film and even cuts down into the mat. I am using the blade the cane loaded in it. It has been so frustrating I’m ready to throw the whole thing out the window. And then when I unroll my 813, it’s full of bubbles that need to be flattened out on the mat. The most annoying part is that when it’s printing, it lifts the middle of letters that I need to stay there, as in A, P, B, D, etc...
THEN when I try to peel the backing from the mat, the backing sticks and tears and doesn’t want to come off. I’ve had to throw away 2 mats in a week and they aren’t cheap.
Again, I’m using the blade that came pre-loaded and then the custom setting on the dial. When it asks me to choose a medium, I’m using construction paper because there really isn’t anything as thin as this film listed.
This whole Cricut experience is so much more difficult than I ever thought it would be.
Hi Vanessa. I am feeling the same way and having the same issues too :( I just want to make a stencil for a sign. It's so frustrating. I'm starting to think I got a defective machine or something. I just want to give up.
What setting should I use for oramask
Yolanda moreno great question! I use the regular vinyl setting. Depending on the sharpness if you blade, the default pressure would be just fine. If your blade isn’t very sharp, I recommend changing the pressure to more.
Do you use a certain setting for cutting the 813......I’m finding mine is bubbling as it cuts
Go to Custom settings on your Cricut. Then go to Stencil setting on the Custom menu
Great video. But i noticed you didnt do any prep for paint bleeding.
Julia Suarez hello! The stencil vinyl, if applied properly, keeps the paint from bleeding!
@@dopfeldesigns906 could it be the type of vinyl your using? #831
Could you make a video on how to make Re-Usable stencils??
Lakisha Bell I would love to, but I haven’t found a product I’m happy with as a reusable option.
Why don't you reuse the transfer tape until it's no longer sticky?
Sheila Barber that’s a great question. Yes you can definitely reuse it, I just prefer a new sheet each time.
Great video! What have you found the difference to be between 813 stencil vinyl and 631? Is it easier to use for stencils? Are you able to reuse it? Thank you!
Laura Kluga great question. 813 is a thicker vinyl and does not bleed like 631. 813 is not reusable.
I have used 813 for stencils and do not find it user friendly unless your surface is totally smooth. Have yet to try 631 but fingers crossed.
At 3:27 you would have less trouble if you were removing the backing from the stencil, rather than the stencil from the backing. Keep the stencil and premask unbent.
Darren Addy yes thank you!!!
I just got Oramask 813 in for the first time. before I could even get it off the roll it started to bubble. Once I finally got it on the sticky mat it started just bubbling for no reason. Then I tried to remove the oramask from my mat the back stuck so bad! I was picking pieces of paper off my mat. Is there something wrong with my produced? Am I handling it wrong?
5bcarr hi there! I’m so sorry to hear this. Did the roll yours came on have a small center or a large center? If the roll has a small center, I have heard of the bubbles happening due to it being wound too tight. If it had the large center that definitely should not happen.
okay thank you. I may try one that someone suggested on a video. Does you Oramask stick to the mat?
@@5bcarr I had the same problem with my Oramask I currently have it stretched out trying to flatten it. Otherwise It's useless! Thanks for the tutorial
Is there really any difference in the oracale vinyl ? Y use this specific one?
Anita Ramirez great question! I prefer the stencil vinyl over other vinyl because it's thicker and provides a better seal. When using other oracle vinyls I have to seal it prior to painting to prevent the paint from bleeding past. Using the stencil vinyl, I don't have to seal it and I rarely have paint bleed. I hope this answers your question. Thanks for watching!
Great vid! How sticky is the 813?? I've been using 631 or Silhouette Brand Stencil Vinyl and It either bleeds or it pulls the base paint off my sign 😑 (even when I let the paint fully dry) I'd love to find an alternative to what I've been using just doesn't seem to be working :/
Thank you! I find that the 813 has a much better seal than other stencil brands. I only have issues with bleeding if I’m using it on a non sanded surface and don’t take my time painting. If you ever have trouble with you paint being pulled up, I recommend using mod podge or another sealer before applying the stencil.
So the blue vinyl, the Oramask 813, is sticky on the back, correct?
Kay Travel great question! Yes, the oramask 813 is sticky!
thanks for the video! A few questions, do you need to flip the stencil before you cut it? What white and black paint do you use?
Whitney Ormsby great questions! No you do not need to flip the image before cutting. The paint I am using is Waverly Matte Chalk Paint from Walmart. It's my favorite chalk paint by far and very reasonably priced!
What kind of transfer tape do you use??
Danielle Dion great question! Here is the link to the transfer tape I use. www.myvinyldirect.com/clear-transfer-tape-12x10-yard-roll-t9/
What transfer tape do you use? I’ve been using Oracal vinyl transfer tape but I’ve had a lot of trouble with the smaller pieces on my stencil but sticking to it when I peel the backing off my stencil
Gail Jennings Hi Gail! I use the transfer tape from MyVinylDirect. www.myvinyldirect.com/clear-transfer-tape-12x10-yard-roll-t9/
Great Job!
Thank you Linda!
Hello, we are wondering what kind of paint you used on the base white coat. We have used chalk paint and the 813 is leaving adhesive behind when we peal it off. Thank you for any advice.
Mission Pilot great question! I use Waverly chalk paint from Walmart.
You didn't explain any of the process of Cricut. How to set up in Cricut...? Slice or just cut after designing
Can you reuse the stencil? If yes, how many times
Eleanor Eagly, this stencil material is not reusable.
what setting did you put on your cricut machine? is it just regular vinyl setting or select custom setting an pick something from that?
Prim Decor great question! I used the regular vinyl setting.
The regular vinyl setting does not weed well for me. Tried vinyl+ and it wasn’t much better. I ended up using light cardstock setting and it worked the best even tho it went thru the backing in some areas. I am going to try another setting tomorrow. Maybe iron on? Not sure. I hate that I’m having such trouble with it but I know all machines differ.
Taylor Dunn I’m so sorry for the delay. I must have missed a notification for your message. So what I discovered with my machine when the settings didn’t seem to be working right, was that I needed a new blade. I hope that helps!
what setting do you use to cut with the 813 on your cricut?
Heather Laing great question. I used the regular vinyl setting.
Dopfel Designs thank you. I just tried and I'm having a hard time with the stencil. It bubbles when trying to lay on mat then tears when cutting
Heather Laing did you leave the backing on?
yes
Heather Laing I would start with removing the blade and cleaning it to make sure there is no build up. If it's clean and still tearing, try going down one setting so it cuts lighter. As far as the bubbling goes, I have never had that happen when laying it on the sticky mat. I'm sorry I can't be of more help on that issue. Maybe contact the company you purchased it from. Perhaps you received a bad sheet.
What kind of paint are you using? for the base and the stencil?
Lori G great question! I’m using Waverly Chalk Paint which can be found at Walmart or online.
What setting do you use? This is my 1st time using
Tina Garza Hi Tina! I used the regular vinyl setting.
That's a huge matt. The largest I can find in my area are 12x17. What size is it and where did you get it?
Pierre Cardone hi! I apologize for my delay. I order my mats off of Amazon!
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Why does 813 pull up my base paint
I'm having the same problem! Did you ever figure it out?
No
jill thomas Hi Jill! I recommend putting a mod podge layer or another sealer down before your transfer tape if you are having that issue.
Jennifer Todd Hi Jennifer! I recommend putting down a layer of mod podge or another sealer before using the stencil if you are having that issue.
Was the image reversed or not?
JJ Zinn Hi there! No I did not reverse my image.
Did your stencil come rolled up or flat?
Sarah Calvin Hi Sarah! I usually order it in bulk so it’s on a roll, but I have also used the flat sheets when the rolls are out of stock. I’ve never had a problem with either type.
Dopfel Designs Great thank you. I ordered the roll and when I unrolled it, it bubbled up all over
Sarah Calvin oh no that’s terrible! Did you contact the company? Maybe it was a bad roll. I’ve heard of people using a heat press (turned off) to flatten rolled sheets. Maybe that would help get the bubbles out too? I’m sorry that happened to you.
MY Oramask 813 isn't sticking to my wood plank? Do you know what i am doing wrong?
Julee Elliott Hi Julee! Is your wood sanded smooth? If you’re using it on a rough surface it does have a harder time sticking. If that is the case, you can still use it but will have to peel it off the transfer tape slowly and then paint carefully.
Do you paint the back of the pallet?
What kind of transfer tape do you use?
Breanna Hinkle myvinyldirect.com/clear-transfer-tape-12x10-yard-roll/
What Transfer tape you use?