The curio cutting mat is intended for use with the silhouette curio to hold materials in place when sending jobs to the silhouette machine.
Using 5x7 card how to place on cutting mat silhouette.
Learn the basics of your silhouette cameo.
This video gives an overview of how the silhouette cameo cutting mat is set up and how to use it.
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There is a surprising amount to know about the cutting mat.
You can cut thin laminated sheets with a silhouette machine 3 mil is what i ve seen people use.
When new the mats are too sticky to use without damaging your paper.
This mat replaces is the regular cutting mat that is initially included with the curio machine.
I just got one of the new silhouettes so i am not sure what to expect.
That s a good question natalya.
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If your mat is a little older you can use masking tape to hold the edges of the felt in place but i was pleasantly surprised at how well my regular old cutting mat did without it.
I found a tutorial here that might be helpful.
Use a soft cloth add the rubbing alcohol and scrub your mat.
I have never had an issue with my pixscan mat leaving.
How long does a silhouette cutting mat typically last.
See my project using this technique here.
Step 5 center a piece of felt onto the cutting mat and press it firmly in place.
The silhouette cameo mat comes in several sizes.
But the cutting mat is already lost its sticky ness.
Lint rollers if you find your mat has lots.
Rubbing alcohol also works too.
You would need a pixscan mat instead of a regular mat so your machine can find exactly the right place to cut.
Before you begin a die cutting project make sure your blade is sharp and your mats are properly prepared.
The 12 12 inch cameo mat standard grip.
Rinse with water and let your mat air dry.
Wait for 15 minutes and scrape your mat i use an old credit card for my scraper.
When using a new mat whether it be cricut or silhouette you will want to condition your mat first.
Whether you are new to the silhouette cameo or a long time user you just might learn something new.
I ve only had the machine for about three weeks and i haven t used it too much maybe 15 times at the max probably closer to 10.
The mat has a regular adhesive level to hold most cardstock and general material types in place.
How to create a basic card cut out using the silhoeutte cameo.
