Can you use cardstock in silhouette cameo?

The best card stock for Silhouette CAMEO or Portrait, in my opinion, is American Crafts Precision card stock. Place the paper card stock on the Silhouette cutting mat then use a brayer to roll over the entire sheet of paper. This will help you get the best possible stick – even on a mat that’s not overly stick.

What setting should heavy cardstock be?

Cardstock Weight I usually use 80#, which is what Cricut cardstock is. I find 65# to be a little too thin for my projects, but it can be great for layering. “Heavyweight” cardstock (100# or more) is almost like posterboard, and that’s the setting I usually use to cut it.

Can you cut card stock with silhouette cameo?

But, I’m here to tell you that if you get everything set up properly your Silhouette CAMEO or Portrait should cut card stock just like butter. It might take a little practice, but I promise you can get it figured out. Here are a few tips: First, use a good quality card stock. Cardstock is made up of fibers.

What should the blade depth be on Silhouette cameo?

Then you will also want to click on the “double cut setting” on the right of your cut settings screen. Silhouette Customer Service has recommended blade depth settings between 4-6 for Bazzill card stock. They also agree, that one setting, does not fit all situations.

How big of paper do you need for a cameo?

Note: The CAMEO can accommodate the 12 inch by 12 inch paper size without any trouble while you will need to cut it down to use with the Portrait or Curio. If you would like to purchase adhesive cardstock, click here.

What kind of chipboard can silhouette cameo cut?

If you want to cut cereal box chipboard or a thinner paper based chipboard, the Cameo will be able to cut it. As long as the chipboard composition is not too brittle. We use a white mat board that has a smooth texture and cut like butter. Cut speed – 1, Blade Depth 4-7, Thickness/Pressure 23-30, Double-cut