Silhouette Cameo

[hidehi]

Hello
I've recently joined the forum and as an embroiderer, I can't believe I've not come across it before! Anyhow, I've had my cameo a couple of weeks and love it. I've made a few test cuts including a few vinyl logos and am really pleased with the results. The Studio software is straightforward although I'm not using the most up to date version because it caused problems with my computer.

Jennywren, there are forums out there but they tend to be scrapbooking ones. They do offer some useful hints & tips though.

[bassqee]

Considering getting one of these, more for making paper props for photoshoots such as kids names etc - when using card how long can you make it?

[hidehi]

I would guess for card, the longest would be 12x24". For this you would need to buy the optional 12x24 cutting mat. Vinyl can be much longer because this doesn't need a cutting mat.

[bassqee]

cool - just assumed as they market it as a3 the cutting mat supplied would fit it, but see its only 12 by 12.

[hidehi]

Yes, it is only the 12" square mat that is supplied. I believe the 12x24 mat is a fairly recent introduction because the software was only updated in Feb of this year to accommodate it.

[bassqee]

Great, thanks!

I want to play about with vinyl too, i assume the vinyl thats 500mm wide can be cut to fit on the cameo right?

[hidehi]

Yes, I've been buying 20" wide vinyl and then cut it down to the size I need. Some people really hate working with heat transfer vinyl, but as a beginner, I'm enjoying the learning curve and I'm loving the results too!

[sarahjayne]

I really want one of these - I am borrowing the big graphtec from my partner's business but then they curse when it's 140 miles away and they want a sign ...
but because I am a BIG impulse buyer (and just can't afford another dust gatherer) - anyone want to give me any down sides?

[hidehi]

Hhhmm downsides? Just one really and that is the well-known problem with the blades' ratchet design. Currently it can easily clog up with waste bits of material which are very difficult to remove, but there are very strong rumours that the blade housing is being redesigned, so watch this space!