Using Cameo 3 Without Cutting Mat

You cannot cut paper for example without the cutting mat in place.

Using cameo 3 without cutting mat.

This silhouette tutorial will walk you through the three quick steps to successfully set up your software and machine to cut without a cutting mat. The new pop out cut is definitely my favorite portrait 3 feature. Get it as soon as fri may 15. The second option to cut without a mat is new and exclusive to the cameo 4 models and higher.

2 after adjusting the page size to longer than the mat mat s still underneath. Position the design on the mat the rollers may leave an indentation along the edge of the vinyl like this. I m a 2 week old newbie and i m loving my new cameo 3. I ve been cutting vinyl just fine without the mat withouit changing the mat setting.

With this feature the cameo 4 will make cuts but keep the material in place using perforation cuts in strategic places. Change the page size. 12x12 strong grip craft cutting mat for silhouette cameo 3 2 1 3 pack monicut cut mats with durable adhesive non slip pvc perfect for quilting scrapbooking sewing and all arts. But when i change it to none for the missing mat my design cuts sideways.

Whatever the reason both silhouette studio and your silhouette cameo need to be set up correctly to cut without a mat. 1 regular settings for using a 12 x 12 mat. A new matless cutting mode. To cut without a cutting mat on the cameo 3 you will want to make sure that you do not have a cutting mat in your design.

3 after setting the cutting mat to none the screen mat has disappeared. You may have to work on moving the rollers on a cameo 1. 4 5 out of 5 stars 366. Even the little picture icon with the letter f is showing that my design is going to be cut sideways.

For the first time ever cut materials like paper and cardstock without a cutting mat. Free shipping on orders over 25 shipped by amazon. They can be a bit tricky. Previous silhouette machines allow you to cut vinyl and other backed materials without a mat but with the portrait 3 and the cameo 4 you can now cut materials like cardstock and paper without a mat.

While you can cut these materials without a cutting mat i still recommend it as the mat helps stabilize the material and ensures a proper cut.