How Do You Cut HTV on Silhouette Cameo?

Using HTV (heat transfer vinyl) with a Silhouette Cameo machine can be a great way to create custom t-shirts, mugs and other personalized items. The process of cutting HTV on the Silhouette Cameo is fairly simple and straightforward.

To begin, make sure that you have the correct type of HTV for your project. There are two types of HTV, one for light garments and one for dark garments.

Make sure to purchase the correct type before beginning. Once you have determined which type you need, select the material setting on your Silhouette Cameo that corresponds with your project.

Next, place your HTV onto the cutting mat and load it into the machine. When cutting HTV on a Silhouette Cameo, make sure to use the standard blade setting and adjust it to a higher number according to how deep you want your cuts to be. It is also important to use a lower speed setting when cutting HTV or else it may cause burning or melting of the material.

Once you have set up your machine correctly, open up a design in Design Space or Silhouette Studio and adjust the size according to how large or small you would like it to be once cut out. After making any necessary adjustments, select “Cut” and let your machine do its work.

Conclusion:

Cutting HTV on a Silhouette Cameo is an easy process that requires just a few simple steps. First, make sure that you have purchased the correct type of HTV for your project; then place it onto the cutting mat and load it into the machine.

Adjust the blade setting and speed settings according to what is necessary for your project; then open up a design in Design Space or Silhouette Studio that corresponds with what you are trying to create. Finally, select “Cut” and watch as your machine does its work!