Beginner Acrylic Engrave/Etch with the Silhouette Curio 2

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The Silhouette Curio 2 is a unique machine that I am enjoying so much! Just like it’s predecessor, it functions a bit differently than the Silhouette Cameo and Portrait model machines. I am not sure it really should have been called a curio, but it is what it is and I don’t control that. What I can control is me and what I’m creating.

I am having a blast learning it and I do think that anyone can use it and learn it if they are willing to take the time to! That is why I’ve created classes to help Silhouette Curio 2 users get started faster and take the guess work out of it. Less anxiety in learning a new machine! I’ve made the mistakes and I am showing step-by-step how you can be successful with your Curio 2 in my classes.

I am so excited to announce this class – Curio 2 – Beginner Engraving/Etching on Acrylic class using the Silhouette Power Engrave Tool!!

Here is a look at a few of the designs that I have been creating on acrylic rounds.

In this class you will learn how to:

setup a template for exact placement for projects
recognize “no compatible cut setting” 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 why I love it!
and more! Bonus tips & demos included as well!

Silhouette Curio 2 –
Beginner Acrylic Engrave Class

Step-by-step class for setting up the Curio 2 for exact placement on blanks, creating a template, creating a custom setting for the Acrylic Engrave, auto & manual height detection and why you would use either, engrave tips, and more!

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Supplies Used for Beginner Curio 2 Engrave Class:

Silhouette Studio software v4.5.735 or higher (see Quick Start Guide in the class)
Silhouette Curio 2
Silhouette Curio 2 Debris Tray
Silhouette Power Engraving Tool
Silhouette 12” x 12” cutting mat
Silhouette Autoblade
Cardstock – Recollections 65 lb cardstock is what I used
3” Acrylic Circles – *the acrylic blanks I used are no longer sold – make sure to get extras and test for results
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

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Enjoy !

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