Here are some ScanNCut DX Tips & Tricks for you! 

First up, one of my favorite new features in the ScanNCut DX.  It's a small thing, but it makes such a big difference in workflow.  And as we all know, the key to happiness is good workflow.  

Every ScanNCut machine comes loaded with lots of built-in designs.  Some of those built-in designs are layered, as in this duck example below:

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You used to have to bring each part of the layered file in individually — one wing, one foot, etc.  It was tedious.

However, in the new ScanNCut DX, you have the option of importing all the parts of a design as a group.  It's great for a couple of reasons.  Watch the video to find out why I love this feature:

I have gotten a lot of questions from ScanNCut DX users wondering what that lever on the left side of the machine is?! 

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Well, wonder no longer!

Just remember, raise the scanner glass to "2" to protect it from getting scratched or dirty.  Lower it to "1" to get a nice clean scan!

Finally, some very good news: CanvasWorkspace for Mac is here!  If you have a Mac computer you can now download a version of CanvasWorkspace to use on your computer. 

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Some of the features that are different from the online version include:

  • ability to work offline
  • access to all of the TTF (True Type Fonts) on your computer
  • roll feeder function
  • layers palette — with the ability to lock and hide layers

Check out the video to see how easy it is to download and to explore a few of the features:

Thanks for stopping by!

P.S. I am a paid spokesperson for the Brother ScanNCut.  It is a machine that I love and use.  All projects and opinions are my own.

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Julie Fei-Fan Balzer

Based outside of Boston, Julie Fei-Fan Balzer is a mixed-media artist who constructs vibrant compositions. Passionate about connecting with and inspiring other artists, she shares her expertise through in-person workshops, her online classroom www.balzerdesigns.com, and through monthly membership at www.MyArtPractice.com.

21 thoughts on “ScanNCut DX Tips & Tricks

  • I don’t know what ScanNCut buyers would do without Julie and her helpful videos. I go to her videos from way back. She is a fine teacher and we should thank Brother for hiring the best for this product.

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  • I don’t know what ScanNCut buyers would do without Julie and her helpful videos. I go to her videos from way back. She is a fine teacher and we should thank Brother for hiring the best for this product.

    Reply
  • I don’t know what ScanNCut buyers would do without Julie and her helpful videos. I go to her videos from way back. She is a fine teacher and we should thank Brother for hiring the best for this product.

    Reply
  • I don’t know what ScanNCut buyers would do without Julie and her helpful videos. I go to her videos from way back. She is a fine teacher and we should thank Brother for hiring the best for this product.

    Reply
  • I don’t know what ScanNCut buyers would do without Julie and her helpful videos. I go to her videos from way back. She is a fine teacher and we should thank Brother for hiring the best for this product.

    Reply
  • I don’t know what ScanNCut buyers would do without Julie and her helpful videos. I go to her videos from way back. She is a fine teacher and we should thank Brother for hiring the best for this product.

    Reply
  • I don’t know what ScanNCut buyers would do without Julie and her helpful videos. I go to her videos from way back. She is a fine teacher and we should thank Brother for hiring the best for this product.

    Reply
  • I have both ScanNCut 350 and the new DX250 I use SteamNSeam2. What my issue is when I cut out an intricate design, the steamNSeam 2 and fabric sticks to the knife on my DX ScanNCut and just makes a mess of the design. Any suggestions. Fusible with paper is up and fabric is to the mat.
    Thanks
    Marcia Stewart on
    mcstewart6@gmail.com

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  • I have both ScanNCut 350 and the new DX250 I use SteamNSeam2. What my issue is when I cut out an intricate design, the steamNSeam 2 and fabric sticks to the knife on my DX ScanNCut and just makes a mess of the design. Any suggestions. Fusible with paper is up and fabric is to the mat.
    Thanks
    Marcia Stewart on
    mcstewart6@gmail.com

    Reply
  • I have both ScanNCut 350 and the new DX250 I use SteamNSeam2. What my issue is when I cut out an intricate design, the steamNSeam 2 and fabric sticks to the knife on my DX ScanNCut and just makes a mess of the design. Any suggestions. Fusible with paper is up and fabric is to the mat.
    Thanks
    Marcia Stewart on
    mcstewart6@gmail.com

    Reply
  • I have both ScanNCut 350 and the new DX250 I use SteamNSeam2. What my issue is when I cut out an intricate design, the steamNSeam 2 and fabric sticks to the knife on my DX ScanNCut and just makes a mess of the design. Any suggestions. Fusible with paper is up and fabric is to the mat.
    Thanks
    Marcia Stewart on
    mcstewart6@gmail.com

    Reply
  • I have both ScanNCut 350 and the new DX250 I use SteamNSeam2. What my issue is when I cut out an intricate design, the steamNSeam 2 and fabric sticks to the knife on my DX ScanNCut and just makes a mess of the design. Any suggestions. Fusible with paper is up and fabric is to the mat.
    Thanks
    Marcia Stewart on
    mcstewart6@gmail.com

    Reply
  • I have both ScanNCut 350 and the new DX250 I use SteamNSeam2. What my issue is when I cut out an intricate design, the steamNSeam 2 and fabric sticks to the knife on my DX ScanNCut and just makes a mess of the design. Any suggestions. Fusible with paper is up and fabric is to the mat.
    Thanks
    Marcia Stewart on
    mcstewart6@gmail.com

    Reply
  • I have both ScanNCut 350 and the new DX250 I use SteamNSeam2. What my issue is when I cut out an intricate design, the steamNSeam 2 and fabric sticks to the knife on my DX ScanNCut and just makes a mess of the design. Any suggestions. Fusible with paper is up and fabric is to the mat.
    Thanks
    Marcia Stewart on
    mcstewart6@gmail.com

    Reply
  • I dont believe that you can use Steam A Seam with any cutting machine with a blade.  It gums the blade up.

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  • I dont believe that you can use Steam A Seam with any cutting machine with a blade.  It gums the blade up.

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  • I dont believe that you can use Steam A Seam with any cutting machine with a blade.  It gums the blade up.

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  • I dont believe that you can use Steam A Seam with any cutting machine with a blade.  It gums the blade up.

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  • I dont believe that you can use Steam A Seam with any cutting machine with a blade.  It gums the blade up.

    Reply
  • I dont believe that you can use Steam A Seam with any cutting machine with a blade.  It gums the blade up.

    Reply
  • I dont believe that you can use Steam A Seam with any cutting machine with a blade.  It gums the blade up.

    Reply

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