Silhouette Curio 2 Engraving/Etching on Acrylic with the Power Engraver Tool

Beginner Engrave/Etch on Acrylic with the Power Engrave Tool

In this class I am sharing how to set up the Silhouette Curio 2 step-by-step to get a successful engrave (etch) with the Silhouette Power Engrave Tool.

In this class you will learn how to:

• setup a template for exact placement for projects
• recognize "no compatible cut settings" errors and why you see it
• set up the Silhouette Curio 2 debris tray for cutting & engraving/etching
• set up to cut with the Silhouette Curio 2 to create the template
• use the Auto height detection & how it works
• use the Layers Panel in Silhouette Studio
• set up an engrave/etch for the Silhouette Power Engrave Tool
• create a custom setting for acrylic etching/engrave
• do a manual height detection and find out why I love it!
• and more! Bonus tips & demos included as well!

I am sharing all my tips for testing designs and getting a good engrave with the Silhouette Curio 2 for the best success in your projects.

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Supplies Needed:

• Silhouette Studio software v4.5.735 or higher (see Quick Start Guide)
• Silhouette Curio 2
• Silhouette Curio 2 Debris Tray
• Silhouette Power Engraving Tool
• Silhouette 12” x 12” cutting mat – Silhouette America or Crafter Cuts
• Silhouette Autoblade – Silhouette America or Crafter Cuts
• Cardstock – Recollections 65 lb cardstock is what I used
• 3” Acrylic Circles – (highly recommend getting extras)
• Silhouette Spatula – very handy
• Sharp Weeding Tool – Siser Weeding tool shown, whatever weeding tool you use with a sharp point to help remove the protective paper on the blanks
• Washi tape or Silhouette masking tape
  
  Design used in class:
• Monogram E design by Sarah Bailey – Design #313601
• Search “monogram by Sarah Bailey” in the Silhouette Design Store for more letters
  
  Additional bonus designs shown in testing:
  
• Honu design by Suzanne Cannon – Design #291495
• Hibiscus Sea Turtle by Studio Illustrado – Design #378260
• Apple Blossom by Magic Line – Design 408147
• Bee Happy design by Sarah Bailey – Design #348649
  Optional:
  
• Handheld vacuum or wet wipes – do not inhale or get the acrylic dust in your eyes
• Small paint brush to clean off engraving tool

Come join me in learning more about the Silhouette Curio 2 and creating fabulous projects!

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