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

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  • Опубліковано 11 лип 2024
  • 5 Tips for Silhouette CAMEO 4 Beginners and CAMEO 4 Plus Newbies| Silhouette School Blog 😍 After CAMEO 4 unboxing...then what? 5 Tips for a successful first cut! 👇 MORE INFO and IMPORTANT LINKS!👇
    This Silhouette CAMEO 4 Beginner video covers:
    00:00 Silhouette CAMEO 4 Beginners Video Introduction
    00:41 Silhouette CAMEO 4 vs 15" Silhouette CAMEO 4 Plus
    01:28 How to Pick a Beginner Friendly First Silhouette CAMEO Project
    05:10 Meet the Silhouette CAMEO 4 1mm Premium Blade (My Favorite!)
    05:56 Introduction to the Silhouette CAMEO 4 AutoBlade
    06:20 How to Install the Silhouette CAMEO 4 AutoBlade in the Tool Carriage
    09:15 Features of the CAMEO 4: Built in Ratchet and Mat Guide Line
    09:55 How to Move the Silhouette CAMEO 4 Rollers
    11:45 How to Power on the CAMEO 4 and Connect to a Computer
    12:49 How to Load the Silhouette CAMEO 4 Cutting Mat
    13:57 Mat Not Loading Straight? Roller Not Holding Cutting Mat? Here's the Fix
    15:00 Extra Features of the Silhouette CAMEO 4: Cover, Blade Storage, Built in Roll Feeder
    15:58 Best Tip for Cutting Vinyl and HTV with Silhouette CAMEO 4
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    💁🏻‍♀️Silhouette CAMEO Projects for Beginners: www.silhouetteschoolblog.com/...
    🤦🏻‍♀️10 Things No One Tells Beginners: www.silhouetteschoolblog.com/...
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  • @texanandes
    @texanandes 2 роки тому +10

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

  • @ellenbeliveau4606
    @ellenbeliveau4606 2 роки тому +1

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

  • @chelsealane6363
    @chelsealane6363 2 роки тому

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

  • @lenellscreations6484
    @lenellscreations6484 Рік тому +1

    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
      @BernieSpearman 6 місяців тому

      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.

  • @kia12345671
    @kia12345671 6 місяців тому +1

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

    • @SilhouetteSchool
      @SilhouetteSchool  6 місяців тому

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

  • @Jeannie37412
    @Jeannie37412 Рік тому

    I really appreciate you!

  • @Crafts-and-cocktails
    @Crafts-and-cocktails 2 роки тому +3

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

  • @ohyetgalicia2489
    @ohyetgalicia2489 11 місяців тому

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

    • @SilhouetteSchool
      @SilhouetteSchool  11 місяців тому

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

  • @chanra267
    @chanra267 2 роки тому +2

    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 😊

  • @donnagarner4282
    @donnagarner4282 2 роки тому +1

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

  • @AndrewTAustinMetaphors
    @AndrewTAustinMetaphors 2 роки тому

    Awesome, thank you!!

  • @BernieSpearman
    @BernieSpearman 6 місяців тому

    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.

  • @imsewnavy
    @imsewnavy Рік тому

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

    • @SilhouetteSchool
      @SilhouetteSchool  Рік тому +1

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

    • @imsewnavy
      @imsewnavy Рік тому

      @@SilhouetteSchool Thank you so much!

  • @diamondrosestarot
    @diamondrosestarot 4 місяці тому

    OMG I love you❤❤❤❤❤

  • @imperfecttocrafting6255
    @imperfecttocrafting6255 2 роки тому +3

    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
      @SilhouetteSchool  2 роки тому +3

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

  • @bettypierce8050
    @bettypierce8050 2 роки тому +1

    Great video. Glad I found you.

  • @autoweldandpaintingfabrication

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

  • @LadyMocha
    @LadyMocha 2 роки тому

    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....

  • @diamondrosestarot
    @diamondrosestarot 4 місяці тому

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

  • @anthonykirkendhall4344
    @anthonykirkendhall4344 Рік тому

    Awesome! You saved my machine!

  • @albertagrebe2470
    @albertagrebe2470 2 роки тому +2

    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.

  • @michaeldequatro1012
    @michaeldequatro1012 2 роки тому +6

    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.

  • @alma.702
    @alma.702 2 роки тому +1

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

  • @AnaSilva-ux6us
    @AnaSilva-ux6us 2 роки тому +5

    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
      @SilhouetteSchool  2 роки тому +1

      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!

  • @kennethkyamanywa3894
    @kennethkyamanywa3894 2 роки тому

    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
      @SilhouetteSchool  2 роки тому

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

  • @bathtimeboutique2594
    @bathtimeboutique2594 Рік тому

    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
      @SilhouetteSchool  Рік тому

      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

  • @shellyscholting4443
    @shellyscholting4443 2 роки тому

    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
      @SilhouetteSchool  2 роки тому +2

      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

  • @anthonylee5003
    @anthonylee5003 Рік тому

    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
      @SilhouetteSchool  Рік тому

      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
      @anthonylee5003 Рік тому

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

  • @crystalbee7654
    @crystalbee7654 2 роки тому

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

    • @SilhouetteSchool
      @SilhouetteSchool  2 роки тому

      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

  • @melaniedonaldson3724
    @melaniedonaldson3724 2 роки тому

    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
      @SilhouetteSchool  2 роки тому +1

      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

  • @bahmchiq
    @bahmchiq 2 роки тому

    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
      @SilhouetteSchool  2 роки тому +1

      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

  • @belindaprescott4753
    @belindaprescott4753 2 роки тому +2

    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
      @SilhouetteSchool  2 роки тому +1

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

    • @belindaprescott4753
      @belindaprescott4753 2 роки тому

      @@SilhouetteSchool thank you 😊

    • @laniwiens6574
      @laniwiens6574 2 роки тому

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

  • @moniquerubio3456
    @moniquerubio3456 2 роки тому

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

  • @ZERAMM
    @ZERAMM 6 днів тому

    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?

  • @carmenoswald2868
    @carmenoswald2868 2 роки тому

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

    • @carmenoswald2868
      @carmenoswald2868 2 роки тому

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

  • @creamnation7531
    @creamnation7531 Рік тому

    Will it 13x19 ? ThNks for showing

    • @SilhouetteSchool
      @SilhouetteSchool  Рік тому

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

  • @Purebeachlove
    @Purebeachlove 10 місяців тому

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

    • @SilhouetteSchool
      @SilhouetteSchool  10 місяців тому +1

      I still recommend this, yes.

    • @Purebeachlove
      @Purebeachlove 10 місяців тому

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

  • @SamVa94
    @SamVa94 Рік тому

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

    • @SilhouetteSchool
      @SilhouetteSchool  Рік тому

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

  • @arvzprintingexpress7488
    @arvzprintingexpress7488 Місяць тому

    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.

  • @tinasimaika
    @tinasimaika Рік тому

    Do I need ince and a white to use oil?

    • @SilhouetteSchool
      @SilhouetteSchool  Рік тому

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

  • @dickydedaye9586
    @dickydedaye9586 2 роки тому

    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
      @SilhouetteSchool  2 роки тому

      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
      @SilhouetteSchool  2 роки тому

      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

  • @wildcatz42743
    @wildcatz42743 Рік тому

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

    • @SilhouetteSchool
      @SilhouetteSchool  Рік тому

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

  • @clendonrobinson6867
    @clendonrobinson6867 6 місяців тому

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

    • @SilhouetteSchool
      @SilhouetteSchool  6 місяців тому +1

      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
      @clendonrobinson6867 5 місяців тому

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

  • @nelsonfelix6701
    @nelsonfelix6701 2 роки тому

    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
      @SilhouetteSchool  2 роки тому +1

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

  • @elizabethk8938
    @elizabethk8938 Рік тому +1

    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
      @SilhouetteSchool  Рік тому +1

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

  • @BillieLee-dg3pq
    @BillieLee-dg3pq 8 місяців тому

    How do you unstick your cameo blades?

    • @SilhouetteSchool
      @SilhouetteSchool  8 місяців тому

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

  • @laurahatfield736
    @laurahatfield736 2 роки тому

    Can you give us the link for the purple blade?

    • @SilhouetteSchool
      @SilhouetteSchool  2 роки тому

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

  • @beccacarroll918
    @beccacarroll918 2 роки тому

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

    • @SilhouetteSchool
      @SilhouetteSchool  Рік тому +1

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

    • @beccacarroll918
      @beccacarroll918 Рік тому

      @@SilhouetteSchool schweet thank you!!

  • @mistyzavala5388
    @mistyzavala5388 Рік тому

    Mine has been in the box for over a year.

  • @susanneward4204
    @susanneward4204 7 місяців тому

    How do i place Siser Easyweed on the mat?

    • @SilhouetteSchool
      @SilhouetteSchool  7 місяців тому +1

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

  • @pursellgroup
    @pursellgroup 2 роки тому

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

    • @SilhouetteSchool
      @SilhouetteSchool  2 роки тому

      @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: melissa@SilhouetteSchoolBlog.com

  • @kadianbarker4648
    @kadianbarker4648 2 місяці тому

    Can the Bluetooth be used with a phone or tablet

    • @SilhouetteSchool
      @SilhouetteSchool  2 місяці тому

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

  • @laurenekendrick4928
    @laurenekendrick4928 2 роки тому

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

    • @SilhouetteSchool
      @SilhouetteSchool  2 роки тому

      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
    @xeniaendris3010 Рік тому

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

    • @SilhouetteSchool
      @SilhouetteSchool  Рік тому

      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

  • @richellefiscus9309
    @richellefiscus9309 Місяць тому

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

    • @SilhouetteSchool
      @SilhouetteSchool  Місяць тому

      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

  • @CrystalChristianStore
    @CrystalChristianStore 2 роки тому

    I need the link for the purple blade😪

    • @SilhouetteSchool
      @SilhouetteSchool  2 роки тому +1

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

    • @CrystalChristianStore
      @CrystalChristianStore 2 роки тому

      @@SilhouetteSchool thanks ☺️

  • @mannymoreno299
    @mannymoreno299 Рік тому

    I cannot remove the auto blade in tool 1

    • @mannymoreno299
      @mannymoreno299 Рік тому

      The auto blade is not low enough.

    • @SilhouetteSchool
      @SilhouetteSchool  Рік тому

      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
    @bigblynd Рік тому

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

    • @SilhouetteSchool
      @SilhouetteSchool  Рік тому

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

  • @robinwaltz5037
    @robinwaltz5037 2 роки тому

    What is her Facebook and Blog called?

    • @SilhouetteSchool
      @SilhouetteSchool  2 роки тому +1

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

  • @jenniferbouhana193
    @jenniferbouhana193 2 роки тому

    Mine is still in the box…..😩😂😳

    • @SilhouetteSchool
      @SilhouetteSchool  2 роки тому

      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
    @thedustytrail-e7m 2 роки тому

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

    • @SilhouetteSchool
      @SilhouetteSchool  2 роки тому

      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