So many of you know I’ve recently launched The Nikki, In Stitches Craft Academy where I teach online classes. And, more specifically, my first program there is called Crafting With Your Silhouette, where we cover in detail how to use Silhouette cutting systems.
Well, it seems like A LOT of people received a Silhouette CAMEO or Portrait for Christmas and needed some help getting started with it.
To get everyone moving and grooving with their machines, I hosted a LIVE online class and it was SO MUCH FUN!
We covered where to find supplies, where to find free designs, what make good projects to start with, and then we actually went step-by-step through creating, cutting, and transferring your first design!
You can watch the replay of the class by clicking here.
It will be up FOREVER! You can rewatch, pause, and rewind as often as you’d like!
Enjoy,
Nikki, In Stitches
Is there a trick in moving the white rollers? I just can’t get them to move out of the little notches no matter how hard a try.
you can twist the white roller and move it up to the next stop. There are only two ways for the white rollers. WHen you first get the silhouette the rollers are on one of the . The other one is in front of it a few inches
can u e-mail me a lil more info about u classes I know they r not free. I just got my cameo n im into t- shirts need to learn everything about the machine. Thank You
Hi Lawrence!
You can find all the details here: http://www.nikkiinstitchescraftacademy.com/crafting-with-your-silhouette
I hope to see you in class soon!
I get no sound on the beginners video
Michele,
It could be an issue just with whatever browser you’re using.
Try switching and see if that helps!
I am looking forward to the beginner’s class on the Cameo. I hope to check out some of your other classes also.
Let me know if you have questions after watching class, Mary Jane!!
hi I just bought a Cameo and I’m interested in learning more. How can I join your classes?
Hi Walter and welcome to the world of Silhouette!
You can find all the details on my monthly classes here: http://www.nikkiinstitchescraftacademy.com/crafting-with-your-silhouette/
I hope to see you there soon!
I am new to using the portrait and was wondering when your next class is? I need help with this. I have watched youtube video after youtube video and this is not helping.
Hi Barbara!
I always have my “Crafting With Your Silhouette” program available. You can find more details here: http://www.nikkiinstitchescraftacademy.com/crafting-with-your-silhouette/
But while you’re over there, be sure to drop your name in the email subscriber box. I do sent out how-to videos there specifically for Silhouette owners!
I just took my portrait out of the box after 2 years and I am overwelmed. I bought it with the intent of ONE project and I cant figure it out for the life of me.
Charlotte,
That’s why I’m here! I’m happy to help!
What’s the project you’re trying to make?
Can you please tell me where I can find the top 10 sites for free designs? Thank you!
Hi Chrissy!
Here’s the link to the PDF you’re looking for: http://www.nikkiinstitchescraftacademy.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/The-First-Three-Things-To-Do-With-Your-New-Silhouette-Cutting-System-Class-Resource-Guide.pdf
And don’t forget you can watch the replay of the entire class here: http://www.nikkiinstitchescraftacademy.com/opened-box-now-first-three-things-new-silhouette-cutting-system-free-class/
How do I fill in block letters with color?
Stacy,
Are you trying to fill them for printing reasons or to draw with sketch pens???
Hi Nikki,
I have purchased a new Silhouette Cameo. However, I do not know where to begin or what to press. Can you point me in the direction of where to start with your online classes? Also, is there a way I can work in the program while I am taking the class or do I take notes? Lots of questions
Hi Tina! I’m so excited for you to get started with your Silhouette!
You can find all the details for my Crafting With Your Silhouette monthly program here: http://www.nikkiinstitchescraftacademy.com/crafting-with-your-silhouette/
And it’s your lucky day…I actually just released a promo code to get your first month free. Use WinterBlues at checkout!
Hi,
When I download the two fonts recommend, my MAC won’t let me add them to the Silhouette software. Could you help me out?
Cara,
On a Mac, you should be able to install the fonts so that they appear in your Font Book. Then restart your software and they should be there.
Are they appearing as installed in your Font Book???
Hi Nikki I am going to buy a Silloutte Cameo 2 and wanted to know If there were any bundles or places you suggest me buying it. I am so excited to learn with your videos. I really appreciate your help.
Hi Nina!
I’m so excited for you!
You can find great bundles sometimes right through Silhouette, but many people actually keep their eyes on HSN for their craft day…they usually have great prices! Some people also find them on Amazon…you may want to peek there!
Hi Nikki,
I’m so excited to find your site! ? I purchased my Silhouette Cameo several months ago and I am now ready to devote some serious time to learning how to use it, and this is just what I needed! In fact, my husband came home with several Yeti “knockoffs” from Walmart for me to personalize for our family, so now the pressure is on to learn how! Lol
I have a few questions for you: Do you have a particular store or website that you recommend for purchasing vinyl that works best for the silver Yeti cups or on glass? And I noticed that you offered a promo code for a free month in one of the comments, so being a former school teacher who always looks for deals, I just had to ask if you will be offering that again anytime soon?
Thanks for your help!
Laura
Hi Laura!
I’m so exceed for you! You are going to LOVE your Silhouette!
I buy most of my vinyl online from Expressions Vinyl. I am not affiliated with them…I just love them. They are great customer service, super fast shipping, and an awesome rewards program. Plus, they send out tons of coupons!
Enrollment is closed in class until the new software is released. I need to see how different it is from the current version. If it’s similar enough, enrollment will open back up immediately. If it’s too different, it will take me some time to update all of the lessons.
Be sure your email address is on the subscriber list here on the site by entering it into the sidebar. You’ll be notified when classes are open again!
Hi, I am so interested in the Rhinestone bundle. Can you help me with this bundle? Thank you in advance.
Hi!
If you have questions about using the rhinestones feel free to post them here!!
I can’t sign in to the silhouette store, from my silhouette studio, to get my designs I either purchased or that were free,I’ve used two different browsers, plus how do you get the designs into silhouette studio ,in my computer , this is so crazy. thank you
I was watching the beginner class and when you changed fonts from Ariel to leelawadee yours changed I cannot get mine to change. What am I doing wrong?
If we sign up to be a member are the previous lessons/classes available to us? I have had my Sillouette for about 2 years, I have pulled it out a couple of times, got frustrated and packed it back up. It is so overwhelming with so much to learn!
Hi Terri,
This is my latest class, STUDIO Foundations: http://www.nikkiinstitchescraftacademy.com/classes/ When you sign up, you get all the lessons immediately and they are yours forever! You can continue to come back to the site to watch videos, but the PDF lessons can be downloaded right to your computer and you can use them whenever you’d like! I hope to see you in class soon!
I really need a class of setting up my new cameo and especially
doing text. I do a lot of personalized t shirts and would like this
very much to have this info.
Hi Mildred,
My newest course, STUDIO Foundations, can be found here: http://www.nikkiinstitchescraftacademy.com/classes/
I hope to see you in class soon!
Good evening. I have the silhouette cameo 3 and have just registered today. I went to a store for a tutorial and when I came back home to set it home. The settings were somewhat different than theirs. When I press send to Silhouette, there are supposed to be a list of options regarding the type of cut, type of material as well as level of cut. That option is not given and as soon as I click the button, it immediately begins to cut and it has been unsuccessful. I have been trying for HOURS to view YouTube videos and I see where I am supposed to make the revisions but it does not allow me. PLEASE HELP!!!
Tori, what version of the software are you working with? I think you may have been using a different version at the store compared to what you have at home. Let me know, and hopefully I can walk you through it!
Hi. I’m so glad I found this site. I just opened and set up my Cameo 3 and I am beyond overwhelmed! When I click on to your site to join your class, it says that v4 hasn’t been released yet. Is that just an old post? I’m pretty sure I have v4. (But like everything else about this experience, I am totally unsure!)
Janie,
V4 has been released! At this point though, my class videos and PDF’s are still in V3. I’m slowly switching them all over and then will open enrollment again!
How do I unzip the 2 fonts you suggested and get them on the cameo…also I chose the butterfly from the cameo free library and when i cut it only the top half cut? thanks!!
Mary Anne,
After you install a new font on your computer, you just need to close your Silhouette software and then re-open it. The new font should be there!
Have you tried moving that butterfly around? Is it always JUST the top half?
I purchased a cameo silhouette years ago And I’m finally taking it out of the box. I’m sure it’s outdatef but would like to learn at least the basics .. are you still offering classes? Would this machine be so outdated that it would not be worth even trying to learn something on this one. Not real computer literate.. I have no idea what I’m doing but definitely want to learn how to make t-shirts. ..
Donna, the CAMEO I use it over six years old! As long as you update your software, you should be fine! My classes can now be found on my other site http://www.NikkiInStitchesCraftAcademy.com I hope to see you there!