If you are using any previous silhouette cutting models cameo 3 portrait 2 etc you must use a cutting mat to cut out cardstock or other paper materials.
Silhouette cutting mat isn t sticky.
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Make sure your mat is completely dry before using it again.
This is to prevent any adhesive that is added from getting onto the edges which may interfere with your machine s rollers.
Additionally pop out cut mode is not intended for thin or flexible materials like copy paper or fabric.
Here are some trips and tricks that crafters use.
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Tape off the edges of your mats to prevent spraying adhesive on the entire surface.
Yes eventually you will probably have to buy a new one but there are ways to prolong the life of the one you have with a good ol diy.
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To restick the silhouette mat and another off brand cutting mat i used dritz basting spray from my local wal mart for less than 10 00.
Before you restick your cricut or silhouette cutting mat it s important to tape around all the edges.
You will need an area around the outside that is not sticky.
Next the pop out cut feature can be used only with the cameo 4 machine line.
It s important to not make the edges sticky so they won t ruin the cutting machine.
Start with 1 coat.
Tape off the edges of your mats to prevent spraying adhesive on the entire surface.
Cutting mats for digital cutting tools aren t cheap to replace.
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This will make it less likely for problems to occur when placing your mat in your silhouette cameo.
I tried this and so far i have no complaints take a new sticky mat then cut a 12 x 12 piece of posterboard and put it on the mat then take what you re cutting tape it down on 3 sides and let me know whatcha think.
Apply plain rubbing alcohol or goo gone on the surface then go over it with a scrapper.
The mats new are so sticky that it s almost impossible to remove your product without really getting destroyed.
To restick the silhouette mat and another off brand cutting mat i used dritz basting spray from my local wal mart for less than 10 00.
Once the edges of the mat are taped use a spray adhesive or glue stick.