Getting Started with Your Silhouette
First steps to Silhouette success!
How to set your software preferences
How to download, unzip, and install a font
How to navigate the Silhouette Design Store
How to use various tools including the Text Tool, Drawing Tool, and Alignment Tools
How to use the Fill Color Panel
How to resize, mirror, and save a design
How to cut, weed, and apply a vinyl decal
Software upgrades vs. software updates
...and more!
Meet Your Instructor
How to Get the Most From this Course
What You Can Expect
A Note for Portrait Owners
Facebook Group
Copyright
Machine Setup
Your Silhouette Toolkit
Project Supplies
How to Find Which Version You're Using
What You'll See on the Screen: Panels, Tools, Quick Access Toolbar, and Tabs
Software Levels (Paid Upgrades)
Software Updates
Your Design Store Account
How to Purchase and Download a Design
Page Setup Panel
How to Set Preferences in Silhouette Studio
Keyboard Shortcuts
Glass Cutting Board with Adhesive Vinyl Decal - printable handout
Introduction & Supply List
Set Up the Design
Create the Decal
Mirror & Save
BONUS TIP: How to "De-sticky" a New Cutting Mat
Cut
Weed the Decal & Apply Transfer Tape
Apply the Decal
Split Monogram Ceramic Tile - printable handout
Introduction & Supply List
Download and Install the Fonts
Set Up the Design
Create the Monogram Initial
Add the Name
Align the Name with the Monogram
Align the Design within the Weeding Box & Save
Cut
Weed
Apply the Decal Using the Hinge Method
Glossary
Other Helpful Resources
Where to Find Me
I took a class from Lycia which was wonderful. Even though I was completely new to Silhouette, she took her time and gave me additional instruction. I look forward to future classes and highly recommend them. Thank you Lycia.
-Sharon G.
I have taken classes from Lycia for several years and always learn something new at each class. She is very knowledgeable about the Silhouette machines and their applications. Her teaching is very detailed with sharing the things she found to be the best practices not only for the machine but the products that she used for the projects. She strives to make each student in her class successful. Lycia even makes herself available to answer any questions that a student may have about the class projects even days after the class is over. Lycia makes her classes fun and full of information. She truly has a gift for teaching. You cannot go wrong with investing in any of her classes. They are time and money well spent while making a valuable resource as well as a friend.
-Debbie P.
Lycia is a wonderfully professional, patient, and engaging instructor. Her classes are filled with Silhouette tips and tricks which I use almost daily. Lycia helped me feel more confident in my abilities as a Silhouette user.
-Karen B.
I have attended several of Lycia’s classes-both in person and virtually over the past 5+ years.
In all of her classes I leave with more knowledge about the software as well as ideas for future projects. She is knowledgeable and so very patient - ensuring that we understand every step of the project and process. You will leave her class anxious for the next and never regretful!
-Vickie B.
I learned so much from Lycia’s silhouette class. She is so calm and precise when explaining details. You never feel overwhelmed.
-Tina J.
My in-person class with Lycia was one of the best Silhouette classes I’ve ever gone to. She explained things so simply and didn’t talk over my head. I walked out feeling accomplished and when I got back home to my own craft space I was still able to communicate with her and she was willing to share her knowledge. I highly recommend any education she provides. Not only is she an instructor, she is now a friend. I am blessed.
-JoAnn H.
Lycia Evanoff