Silhouette Studio Running Slow? Check This!

If Silhouette Studio is running slow and you've already confirmed your computer meets the minimum requirements to run the software, it could be how you're designing or editing that's contributing to the slow processing. 

There are various ways to try to speed up the Silhouette software, including making sure you're not overloading the software. Read on to learn how to increase the processing speed. 

The Trick to Sublimating "On" Dark Shirts and Cotton

Sublimation has a rule that trips up a lot of crafters: it only works on light-colored, high-polyester fabrics. 

With that said - if you have a one-off cotton or dark shirt, you don't have to take sublimation completely off the table. There's a workaround, and it produces results that look really good.

But first, it helps to understand why the limitation with sublimation exists in the first place.

How to Make Sticker Rolls with the iColor 250 - Video Tutorial

If you want to level up your sticker business, delivering them on a professional roll is a total game-changer for your customers!

Making the switch from sheets to rolls can be a little confusing.

19 Silhouette School Tutorials You May Have Missed In February 2026

Another month has came to an end. I swear I say this every month but how did that happen? I blink and the month's over and it's time for another Silhouette tutorial wrap up.

This month was packed full of Silhouette tutorials, laser engraving tips, and professional sticker techniques! We unboxed the Brother SP-1, explored the Flux Beamo CO2 laser, and mastered UV DTF gang sheets. Plus, we shared some major game-changers for Roland users and, of course, several adorable freebies along the way!

Just in case you missed any of it, here is a recap of the entire month:

• The Dishes Are Looking At Me Dirty Again Freebie Friday Silhouette Cut File

• Free Roland Cut Line Creator in New Versaworks 7!

• New! UV DTF Sticker Gang Sheet Builder: Step by Step Tutorial for Beginners

• Unboxing the Brother SP-1 - Video Tutorial

• Affordable Acrylic Cutting Machine at Home: Meet the CO2 Laser Changing the Game

• Craft Your Stress Away Freebie Friday Silhouette Cut File

• How to Make Heat Transfers for T Shirts at Home

• How to Turn Any Image into a Sticker with White Border in Silhouette Studio

• Easily Customize Sports Team Templates - Video Tutorial

• Is the Flux Beamo the Perfect CO2 Laser for Home Use? (Watch First Cut)

• We Don't Hide Crazy Freebie Friday Silhouette Cut File

• DIY Vinyl Glass Can Wraps (Without Layering Vinyl): Step by Step Tutorial

• How to Separate Layers in xTool Creative Space (XCS) | Tracing PNG Files

• The Secret Hack to Remove DTF Transfers - Video Tutorial

• Best Roland Perf Cut Stickers Fix: It's All About the Offset

• Bee Mine Freebie Friday Silhouette Cut File

• Free Designs For Tshirt Transfers With So Fontsy's Gang Sheet Builder

• Beginners Guide to Sublimating on Acrylic

• How to Make Professional Laminated Stickers (The Easy Way!) - Video Tutorial

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The Dishes Are Looking At Me Dirty Again Freebie Friday Silhouette Cut File

It's Freebie Friday and you guys know what that means - time for a freebie!

We all have those days where the kitchen chores just never end, so we might as well get a good laugh out of it while we're scrubbing. 

Free Roland Cut Line Creator in New Versaworks 7!

Roland Versaworks 7 is here and it includes a hidden gem that you'll easily miss if you don't know where to look!  

Buried deep within Roland DG Connect there's a new Roland cut line creator that's totally free for Roland users to use to create cut lines and perf cut lines. Read on for how to find and use the browser-based tool. 

New! UV DTF Sticker Gang Sheet Builder: Step by Step Tutorial for Beginners

Have you been wanting to start using UV DTF stickers, but don't want to deal with maintaining (or purchasing) your own UV printer? 

So Fontsy just launched a brand new UV DTF sticker gang sheet builder! I went through this as a total newbie so you can see exactly what to expect.

Before we dive in, let me be clear about one thing - this is NOT the same as the regular DTF gang sheet builder. The regular one is for heat transfers for shirts and other apparel.  

This new builder is specifically for UV DTF stickers. If you're new to UV stickers - think custom stickers, can wraps, tumbler wraps, water bottle, and laptop stickers! 

Unboxing the Brother SP-1 - Video Tutorial

There is a new sublimation printer on the block and the ink prices are absolutely shaking things up!

I am so excited to unbox the Brother SP-1 with you!

Affordable Acrylic Cutting Machine at Home: Meet the CO2 Laser Changing the Game

For years, laser cutting acrylic at home was basically impossible unless you had a budget well into the thousands and a dedicated work area. 

But now there's an option for home crafters who want to cut get professional-quality acrylic cuts without breaking the bank or needing more than a desktop. 

Craft Your Stress Away Freebie Friday Silhouette Cut File

It's Friday and that means it's time for another Freebie Friday!

This week's free design celebrates our favorite way to unwind, with crafting!

How to Make Heat Transfers for T Shirts at Home

There's a time and place for cutting and layering heat transfer vinyl, but when the number of layers become too many or when working with a full color images (with shading and faded edges) is required -  printing and cutting heat transfers at home for t shirts will take your small business to the next level. 

You'll save time, increase production, and increase the offerings in your shop by printing heat transfers on an eco solvent print and cut machine like the Roland BN-20A. Read on for how to make full color t shirt transfers at home with printable heat transfer vinyl.