Cameo 5 Sketch Pen Holder - Video Set Up Tutorial

Ready to try the sketch and cut feature on your Cameo 5? 

The Tool 2 Sketch Pen Holder is the key to using a cutting blade in Tool 1 and a pen in Tool 2, to cut and sketch in one pass! 

2025 Silhouette America New Product Announcements: CAMEO 5α (Alpha)

Silhouette just announced their 2025 new product drop and at Silhouette Summit in Japan. 

I was invited to attend, but opted to skip this year's event.  The biggest new product drop, the Silhouette CAMEO 5α (Alpha) and 15" CAMEO 5α Plus, are more of what I would consider an overdue update to a commonly faulty part in the original CAMEO 5...with a few new features.

Why Your Silhouette CAMEO Might Not Be Connecting - and How to Fix It!

Tired of Silhouette Studio connection issues, especially with V5? We've got solutions!

Ugh, there's almost nothing more frustrating than wanting to get your craft on, only to have your Silhouette CAMEO decide it's not going to cooperate and connect to your computer!

We hear you, and trust us, you're definitely not alone. It seems like connection issues with Silhouette Studio, especially with the newer V5, are becoming more and more common, turning what should be a fun crafting session into a head-scratching troubleshooting nightmare.

But don't throw your CAMEO out the window just yet! In this video, we're tackling this exact problem head-on.

How to Install Silhouette Studio Software for CAMEO 5: Initial Setup

If you're trying to get your Silhouette CAMEO 5 connected to Silhouette Studio for the first time, there are a few steps you'll need to take. 

In this CAMEO 5 beginner tutorial I'll walk you through everything so you can get Silhouette Studio downloaded, installed and setup so you're ready to begin cutting.

Designing for DTF Transfers with Glitter HTV Accents

If you want to give your DTF transfers a little extra sparkle or pop you can add speciality heat transfer vinyl like glitter, holographic or puff. 

To do this though you need to set up the DTF design ahead of time to leave room by knocking out the area where the HTV will go. 

This tutorial will explain exactly how to set up your DTF designs to add leave space for HTV. 

Silhouette CAMEO Not Cutting Completely or Correctly (Packet Size)

Is your Silhouette CAMEO not cutting completely or cutting odd lines?  There's a default setting you can change that may just fix the issue. 

The Packet Size setting is buried deep within the advanced preferences, but knowing how to find it and what to adjust can make all the difference in your cuts. 

Can You Cut HTV with Silhouette CAMEO 5 ElectroStatic Mat?

If you've become a fan of the Silhouette CAMEO Electrostatic mat like I have, you are probably wondering: what can be cut on the ES mat? 

I have tried lots of different material from paper to fabric. But what about HTV?  Read on to find out why you can cut some HTV, but not all with the CAMEO 5 ES Mat. 

Silhouette CAMEO 5 Noise: Listen While It Cuts

One of the most common questions I get about the Silhouette CAMEO 5 is about the noise level. 

Many users of earlier generations of CAMEO 5 complained about how relatively loud the vinyl cutting machine was during cutting. But is the CAMEO 5 noise any quieter? Read on and check out the video of the CAMEO 5 cutting to decide for yourself. 

How to Print and Cut with Silhouette CAMEO ES Mat

Printing and cutting on the Silhouette CAMEO 5 ES mat is not much different than printing and cutting with an adhesive mat. 

If this is your first time making stickers with the Electrostatic mat, or doing another print and cut, follow along for tips on how to best print and cut with the ES mat. 

Silhouette CAMEO 5 vs CAMEO 4: Side by Side Comparison

If you're considering getting a Silhouette CAMEO right now you're probably looking for a comparison between the CAMEO 5 vs CAMEO 4. 

With both 12" desktop vinyl cutting machines currently available and with a very different price, I'm getting a lot of questions about what the actual differences are and if the features of the CAMEO 5 make it worth the higher price. Read on for a side by side comparison of CAMEO 4 vs CAMEO 5. 

HELP! Fix for When Silhouette CAMEO 5 ElectroStatic Mat Won't Load

If your Silhouette CAMEO 5 Electrostatic Mat won't load, there's usually a good reason - and a quick fix. 

Read on for how to get the rollers to grab the ES mat.

Silhouette CAMEO 5 ElectroStatic "ES" Mat First Impressions...Good, Bad, and Ugly

If you're debating getting the Silhouette CAMEO 5 Electrostatic mat and looking for an honest review and first impressions - it's all here. 

I've got the good, bad, and ugly for you when it comes to the new Silhouette Electrostatic mat including a video of it in action so read on. 

How to Load CAMEO 5 Blade (And Fix It When It's Not Cutting)

It may sound silly, but knowing how to load the Silhouette CAMEO 5 blade is one of the most important things you can learn when you're a beginner! 

Loading the blade incorrectly can result in bad Silhouette cuts or the CAMEO 5 not cutting at all! If you're experiencing the CAMEO 5 blade moving but not cutting, this tutorial should also fix that issue.

First Print and Cut with Silhouette CAMEO 5 for Beginners

If you're a Silhouette CAMEO 5 beginner, don't delay learning how to do you first print and cut. 

Printing and cutting opens up the ability to really expand what your Silhouette can do, including making stickers. In this beginner print and cut tutorial I'll walk you through every step so grab your Online Labels Sticker paper and sticker designs and let's go! 

How to Load the Silhouette CAMEO 5 Cutting Mat (So It Doesn't Slide and Shift)

Did you know you can semi automatically load the CAMEO 5 cutting mat, to ensure it loads straight and doesn't shift during cutting? 

Read on for how to properly load the CAMEO 5 mat.

Silhouette Heat Pen Won't Power On? Here's How

If your Silhouette Heat Pen won't power on...don't worry! There's most likely a good reason...and easy fix. 

Simply placing the powered heat pen into the Silhouette Curio 2, CAMEO 5 or Portrait 4 won't provide power to the foil pen. Read on for how to get power to the heat pen. 

How to Setup CAMEO 5 Roll Feeder

Want to cut off a roll but not sure how to set up the CAMEO 5 roll feeder? You're in the right spot. 

The Silhouette CAMEO 5 roll feeder is included with the machine, but it's not built in. Read on to learn how to attach the roll feeder. 

How to Move CAMEO 5 Rollers

The Silhouette CAMEO 5 rollers are different than previous versions of the cutting machine. 

Here I'll show you how to adjust the CAMEO 5 rollers to position them to hold your mat and materials from about 5" wide to 12". 

How to Turn Drawings into Stickers

You can turn your drawing into stickers pretty easily using Silhouette Studio. 

You can even do it with the free version of the Silhouette software program...whether you have a Silhouette cutting machine or not. 

Follow along to learn how to turn your drawings into stickers in just a few steps. 

How to Setup Silhouette CAMEO 5 Start to Finish (Don't Worry It's Easy!)

If you're trying to get your Silhouette CAMEO 5 setup you've come to the right spot. 

I'll take you through the quick and easy set up process step by step so you can be ready to make your first cut with Silhouette CAMEO 5.  If you'd rather watch a complete CAMEO 5 setup video, I have that here.