I've just dragged out my Silhouette and have been trying to cut a sentiment but the blade seems to be catching the top of the word in places, leaving it looking a bit raggedy, it certainly isn't a neat cut. I've tried adjusting the speed and force and even changed the cardstock. It is the pink blade (the old one) and I don't think it can be blunt because I've barely used it in ages.

If it isn't the blade, can you think of any other tweaks I should be making please?