Silhouette Cameo 4 is the game changer launched by the manufacturer as a desktop cutting machine, making unimaginable cutting possibilities a reality. It is equivalent to its ancestors as it can cut up to 12 inches wide, accompanied by some new features. In addition, this model can cut out printed images with its marker detention system.
The craft plotter permits the users to cut more than 100+ materials, including the thinnest to thickest materials. It can cut up to 30 cm wide and 3 meters long and is compatible with the PixScan function. In this blog, you’ll find content such as Cameo 4 features, items & creating stickers.
What are Silhouette Cameo 4 Characteristics?
Silhouette Cameo 4 characteristics that make this model different from Cameo 3 can be understood from the details expressed in the coming section of the paragraph:
- The Auto Tool Detection is a common feature in all Cameo series. The Silhouette software directly detects which tool is inserted inside the machine.
- With a handy storage compartment, one can easily store the standard equipment used during crafting. You have to slide it to the left, place the tool inside and slide it back into the place.
- The adjustable rollers give power to the Cameo 4 to cut down the following media sizes: A4 paper, letter, 12 inches & 13 inches.
- Moreover, it comes with a touch-screen panel that helps load or unload the material. Other than that, by operating the panel, one can move the cutting mat or position the tools depending on their choice.
- Furthermore, it comes with a preinstalled Bluetooth adapter and is compatible with Bluetooth facilities. It simply accepts the command given by the user wirelessly without connecting it to a USB cable.
- Accompanied by built-in roller feeders & cross-cutters makes, cutting rolled materials is much simpler than other versions. The feeder slides out from the tray visible on the bottom of the machine and folds out.
- In addition, the DIYers are supposed to download & install the Design Studio software for customizing the projects. On the other hand, the Silhouette Cameo 4 is compatible with Mac & Windows software.
What Comes With the Cameo 4 Box?
Along with the model, the other number of supplies that will be delivered to the crafters are as follows:
- 1 x standard cutting mat 30,5 cm x 30,5 cm, AutoBlade 2, adapter for Silhouette blade (standard/premium). Along with the Deepcut blade, Kraft blade 2 mm & sketch pens.
- 1x built-in crosscutter & roll feeder.
- 1x power cable & AC-adapter 100-240 volt.
- Silhouette Studio Basic Edition.
- 100+ designs & 1-month Design Store subscription.
- A handbook is available.
How to Create Stickers From Silhouette Cameo 4?
Under any circumstances, if you want to make customized stickers from Silhouette Cameo 4, read the tutorial below. Before beginning the designing process, all the designers are instructed to download & install Design Studio from the official website. Following the completion of the installation process, the steps involved while creating the stickers on the designing software include:
Step 1: Marking Registration Marks
If you use this designing software for the first time, start the process by opening the electric cutting machine designing software. Following this, open the View tab and select the Registration Marks option. These marks are small little markings visible on the paper edges used to cut designs accurately.
Under the small pop-up windows, choose the number and values per your wish, making the cut zone within the printing border. After doing this, you’ll see that the cut zone is bigger, and you can fit your designs better now.
Step 2: Upload & Resize Design
Once you are done by marking the registration marks on the mat, upload the designs from your system’s folder. However, resizing the uploaded design ensures that it should be sprinkled inside the registration marks. The image Width & Height will also be available on the screen.
Step 3: Add an Outline Around the Sticker
Moreover, you can also attach a white border around the sticker, making the design attractive. However, you must select the design and tick the Star icon, also known as Offset Panel. Next, the respective outline will be visible around the sticker and set how big or small you want your design to be.
Note: To cover up the remaining space on the mat, fill up more stickers by following the steps explained above.
Step 4: Print Out Stickers
Following the conclusion of all the technical stuff, take a step by proceeding towards the process of printing out the saved projects. Besides printing out the stickers, you need to laminate the stickers to make them more durable. However, this step is completely optional for everyone.
Step 5: Cut Out Stickers
Further, taking out the sticker’s printout, go back to the Silhouette Design Studio software and press the Send box available on the right side of the screen. After ticking the box, the red lines will cover the uploaded designs sharing what the craft plotter will be cutting.
Additionally, load up the craft plotter tray with a cutting mat by lining up the paper’s edge on its respective place. However, ensure the mat is a little sticky so it doesn’t move during the process. In addition, hit the Up Arrow button visible on this machine. Next, press the Send box, and the optical scanner will begin scanning the registration marks and cutting down the stickers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Question: What are the Cutting Tips Need to Be Followed Using Silhouette Cameo 4?
Answer: Some of the basic cutting tips that every DIYer should follow while using this craft plotter includes:
- Verify that the lighting is good; otherwise, the machine won’t be able to scan the material properly and begin the cutting process improperly.
- Using mate tape as glossy surfaces can mess up the optic reader scan and incorrectly cut down the stickers.
- If the machine can’t read the registration marks, cover it with matte, clean tape with a trick.
Question: What are the Projects That Can Be Made With Cameo 4?
Answer: With the assistance of various supplies, the users of Cameo 4 can do personalized projects for various events. However, it should be the crafter’s duty to complete the DIY craft by following all the steps. The names of the projects include:
- T-Shirts and other Iron-On projects.
- Whisky Business Apron.
- Cat Toe Shoes.
- Monogrammed Stockings.
- Unicorn Christmas Jackets.
- Poll Float Koozies.
- Shooting Star Shorts.
Question: What Activities can be done by Silhouette Cameo 4?
Answer: The Cameo 4 rotary blade can cut down different types of fabric, such as cotton fabric, felt, leather, and many more. However, its Kraft blade can cut materials which include acetate, craft foam and burlap. Besides that, the Punch tool creates holes among the spaces to make weed down the vinyl or heat transfer process much faster and easier.