How Do I Put HTV on My Silhouette Cameo 3?

Silhouette Cameo 3 is a great craft cutting machine for vinyl and other materials. It offers superior cutting quality, a wide range of materials, and a variety of features. One of the most popular materials to use with the Cameo 3 is heat transfer vinyl (HTV). Applying HTV to your projects with the Silhouette Cameo 3 is easy, but there are some important tips to ensure success:

• Prepare the Design: Start by preparing your design.

  Choose an appropriate size and adjust any settings necessary for cutting HTV.

• Cut the Vinyl: Load your HTV onto the mat and into the machine. Use the “Heat Transfer” setting in Silhouette Studio® to cut your design.
• Weed Your Design: Once you have cut your HTV, remove the excess material (weeding) leaving just your design behind.
• Pre-Heat Your Material: Place your project material on an ironing board or other heat-resistant surface. Pre-heat it for 10-15 seconds using an iron or heat press.
• Position Your Design: Position your weeded HTV design onto your project material and cover with a teflon sheet or parchment paper.
• Press: Press firmly for 10-15 seconds using a hot iron or heat press set at 300°F/150°C.
• :Peel Cool:Wait 30-45 seconds before carefully peeling off the clear carrier sheet at a sharp angle.

By following these steps, you can easily apply HTV to any project with your Silhouette Cameo 3! With so many amazing colors and finishes available, you can turn any project into something special.

So go ahead – get creative and show off your work!

In conclusion, putting HTV on a Silhouette Cameo 3 is simple and straightforward. Start by preparing your design in Silhouette Studio®, then load it onto the mat and cut it out with the “Heat Transfer” setting.

Weed away any excess material, pre-heat your project material, position the design onto it, press firmly for 10-15 seconds using an iron or heat press, then peel away when cool. With these easy steps you can create beautiful projects with HTV using your Cameo 3!