Introduction to Silhouette CURIO2
The CURIO2 is the first-of-its-kind precision cutting machine with a flatbed designed for expanded possibilities for creators. The CURIO2 provides a 12 in. x 12 in. flatbed workspace area with 20mm of vertical clearance. It is equipped with an Electrostatic Bed and power tool options. This allows the Curio to load and use more materials […]
Everything to Know About Silhouette Cutting Mats
Recently, we shared all of the information you need to know about Silhouette blades. And today, we’re talking about cutting mats! Just like you need a good blade for accurate, precise cuts, you need a good cutting mat to act as the foundation for your cut jobs. Having the right mat makes all the difference […]
Everything to Know About Silhouette Blades
We love the precise, accurate cuts you can only get with a Silhouette cutting machine. We share a lot of information about our machines, but we don’t talk as much about something just as important: Silhouette blades! You can’t make your first cut without a blade, which is why it’s so important to have high-quality […]
Everything to Know About the Silhouette Design Store
We’ve all been there—you just unboxed your first Silhouette machine, and you can’t wait to get started. You set your machine up, you downloaded Silhouette Studio®, and you gathered the blades, tools, and materials you need to make your first project. But then you realize: you don’t know what you’re going to cut! If you’re […]
Our Top 5 Favorite Silhouette Studio® Shortcuts
We know that everyone uses Silhouette Studio® in their own unique way. If you like to use your mouse to navigate to the different functions you need to design your projects, keep it up! But if you’ve been looking for a faster way to switch tools, open tabs, or duplicate design elements, you might want […]
Choosing the Right Cutting Mat for You
Cutting mats are one of the tools you’ll use the most when you create projects with your machine. Each Silhouette machine comes with a standard tack cutting mat that fits your machine, but you might find that you’ll need to expand your mat collection the more you craft! This post is your guide to our […]
4 Easy Vinyl Projects
When new crafters get their first Silhouette machine, one of the first questions they ask is, “What do I make first?” The project possibilities are endless, so you might not know where to start! One of the most popular materials for both beginner and veteran crafters is vinyl. You can create so many different types […]
How to Perform a Test Cut
Before you start a big project with your Silhouette machine, you always want to be sure that you’re cutting your material properly. Nothing is worse than sending a long cut job to your machine only to discover that the blade didn’t cut all of the way through! The best way to prevent any cutting issues […]
October Zoom Classes
Whether you’re all in on Halloween or just spending October enjoying the crisp fall weather, we’re excited to do a little crafting with you this month! Our Zoom classes are a great place to find inspiration for your next DIY projects, get help from our amazing instructors, and ask questions about all things Silhouette. Let’s […]
September 2021 Zoom Classes
We love September. The kids are back in school, the air is getting a little cooler, and all of our favorite autumn treats are back. And there’s no better way to spend a cozy fall day than crafting! We have some great classes lined up for this month, as well as a couple of new […]
How to Use Your Blade Adjustment Tool
Have you ever wondered what the small plastic tab that came with your machine is for? A lot of new Silhouette users will unpack this tool out of the machine and aren’t sure what it is or how to use it. This is the blade adjustment tool. It’s primarily used to care for and adjust […]
August 2021 Zoom Classes
Summer is the perfect time to flex your creativity muscles, and we love learning about new projects we can make with our Silhouette machines! Whether you’re looking to learn more about your machine, different materials you haven’t worked with before, or prepare for going back to school, we’ve got you covered. Keep reading for news […]