How Do I Cut Acetate in Silhouette Cameo?

Cutting acetate is a great way to create intricate designs for decorations, cards, and other creative projects. With the Silhouette Cameo, you can easily cut acetate with precise accuracy. This tutorial will show you how to cut and style acetate in Silhouette Cameo.

Step 1: Prepare the Acetate Sheet

Before cutting any sheet material with your Silhouette Cameo, you need to properly prepare it. For acetate sheets, it’s best to use a lint-free cloth and rubbing alcohol to clean the surface before starting.

Step 2: Load the Acetate into Silhouette Cameo

Once your acetate sheet is clean and dry, place it on the cutting mat. Make sure that the cutting mat is secure on the base of the machine before feeding it into the Cameo. You can also adjust your blade settings according to your preference.

Step 3: Select Your Design and Cut Settings

Open up your design in Silhouette Studio and select your cut settings. For acetate sheets, you’ll want to select “Acetate” from the “Materials” dropdown menu. This will ensure that your cuts are precise and clean.

Step 4: Cut Your Design

Once all of your settings are adjusted, click “Send” in order to send your design to be cut. The Silhouette Cameo will do its job and accurately cut out your design in no time at all!

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Conclusion: How Do I Cut Acetate in Silhouette Cameo?


To successfully cut acetate with Silhouette Cameo, you need to properly prepare the sheet material by cleaning it with rubbing alcohol and a lint-free cloth.

Once the sheet is ready for use, load it into the machine and adjust your blade settings according to preference. Then select “Acetate” from the “Materials” dropdown menu in Silhouette Studio before finally clicking “Send” for an accurate cut every time!