Can You Cut Bigger Than 12×12 on Silhouette?

When it comes to cutting larger materials with a Silhouette machine, the rule of thumb is that you can cut up to 12×12 inches. Of course, as with any rule, there are exceptions. It all depends on the type of machine you have, the size of your cutting mat, and the material that you are cutting.

If you have a Silhouette Cameo 3, then you can cut up to 12×24 inches. This means that if your mat is 12×12 inches, then you can only cut a piece of material up to 12×12 inches. However, if you have a mat that is larger than 12×12 inches (such as a 12×24 inch mat), then you can cut materials up to the size of your mat.

The same goes for other Silhouette machines. For example, the Portrait 2 has a maximum cutting size of 8.5×12 inches and the Curio has a maximum cutting size of 8.5×14 inches. So if you have either one of these machines and a larger cutting mat (such as an 8.5×14 inch mat for the Curio), then you can cut bigger than 12×12.

In addition to the size of your machine and cutting mat, it’s also important to consider what type of material you are trying to cut. Some materials might be too thick or too delicate for your machine or its blade to handle, so it’s important to check whether or not your material is compatible with your Silhouette before attempting to cut it.

Conclusion:

In short, yes – it is possible to cut bigger than 12×12 on Silhouette machines depending on which model and type of machine you have as well as what type of material you are trying to cut. The key is understanding how big your machine and cutting mats are capable of handling and making sure that your material is compatible with your Silhouette before attempting any cuts.