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Cricut Infusible Ink will change the way you craft! It is the coolest thing ever and you’ll see why when I share two projects using Cricut Infusible Ink. Cricut Infusible Ink is an alternative way to design t-shirts, tote bags, onesies, and even coasters! The revolutionary Infusible Ink System gives you professional-quality transfers that last a lifetime. The Cricut Maker and the EasyPress 2 are a must-have for both of these projects!
About Cricut Infusible Ink
Cricut Infusible Ink is peel-proof, flake-proof, and wash-proof. You get vivid, bright colors that pop! You’ll get custom t-shirts, totes, and coasters that give you one-of-a-kind products. The designs are seamless and smooth to the touch! Use the compatible blanks to create your designs using the Infusible Ink Transfer Sheets or Infusible Ink Pens & Markers. There are so many different patterns and colors to use!
Learn How to Use Cricut Infusible Ink
Dog Mom Tote using Cricut Infusible Ink
Materials Need:
- Cricut Maker or Cricut Explore cutting machine
- Cricut EasyPress 2
- Cricut EasyPress mat (I used the 12 x 12 size)
- StandardGrip mat
- Cricut tote blank
- Infusible Ink Transfer sheet (I used Patterns, Western, Sweetheart package)
- Cardstock (80 lbs)
- Butcher paper
- Lint roller
- Weeding tools
- Design Space image #M3B1D3
Preparing your Design:
Open Cricut Design Space and search for image #M3B1D3. Because we are using Infusible Ink Transfer Sheets we need to Ungroup the image. Then we need to use the Contour option on the bottom right-hand side. This will allow us to cut out the bandana so that it is sitting flush with the dog’s body. Select the two bandana pieces and click weld. Repeat the same process for the dog’s body and the earpiece. You will be left with two pieces.
Use the Text tool to write “Dog Mom”. Once you find a font you like – you are ready to cut!
Cutting Your Design:
Design Space will arrange your design based on color. I knew the bandana and the “Dog Mom” text would be printed on the same transfer sheet. Place the Infusible Ink Transfer sheet on the StandardGrip mat with the design facing up.
Select the Infusible Ink as the material (just do a search for it). Note: You must mirror your image. Send it to print. Weed your design carefully. Be sure your hands are clean – no oils or water. Repeat process for both Infusible Ink Transfer sheets.
Meanwhile, prepare the tote. Place a piece of cardstock paper on top of the Cricut EasyPress mat and inside the blank tote. Use the lint roller to remove any lint from the bag (as it could affect the transfer). Start heating up the Cricut Easypress to 385 degrees. Place a piece of Butcher paper on top of the tote – using the EasyPress heat the tote for 15 seconds.
Setup the design by placing the bandana on the cut out of the dog. It should fit like a puzzle. Arrange the design on the tote bag. Once you are happy with the placement – place a piece of butcher paper on top of the design. Use the EasyPress to heat the material for 40 seconds at 385 degrees. Let cool then carefully remove the carrier sheet. Next, admire your work!
Puerto Rico Infusible Ink T-shirt
I love showing love to my little island so I couldn’t wait to use the Infusible Ink System. It is my new favorite shirt and I want to make one for all my Latina friends.
Iron-on vinyl was always my go-to for t-shirts but I am seriously loving the look and feel of Cricut Infusible Ink. But let’s get to the project.
Materials Need:
- Cricut Maker or Cricut Explore cutting machine
- Cricut EasyPress 2
- Cricut EasyPress mat (I used the 12 x 12 size)
- StandardGrip mat
- Cricut t-shirt blank (available for Kids, women, and men)
- Infusible Ink Transfer sheet (I used Patterns, Western, Sweetheart package)
- Cardstock (80 lbs)
- Butcher paper
- Lint roller
- Weeding tools
- Design Space image #M9C0C7DA
Preparing your Design:
Open Cricut Design Space and search for design #M9C0C7DA. To be sure you get the right size open the templates and pick the type of t-shirt you have. Size the image to fit the shirt how you want it.
Cutting the Design:
The image would need to be mirrored so be sure to toggle that selection. Place your Infusible Ink Transfer Sheet on the StandardGrip mat. Select the Infusible Ink as the material. Load the mat and send to cut. Once cut, use your weeding tool to remove the areas you don’t need.
Meanwhile, prepare the t-shirt. Place a piece of cardstock paper on top of the Cricut EasyPress mat and inside the blank t-shirt. Use the lint roller to remove any lint from the t-shirt (as it could affect the transfer). Start heating up the Cricut Easypress to 385 degrees. Place a piece of butcher paper on top of the t-shirt – using the EasyPress, heat the t-shirt for 15 seconds.
Arrange the design on the t-shirt. Once you are happy with the placement – place a piece of butcher paper on top of the design. Use the EasyPress to heat the material for 40 seconds at 385 degrees. Let cool then carefully remove the carrier sheet. Next, admire your work!
Isn’t it so easy? I love that it is simple to make high-quality shirts now. Bye, Target! Now I can make exactly what I want thanks to my Cricut Maker and Infusible Ink.
How will you use Cricut Infusible Ink System?
Want to learn more about the Cricut Maker?
- Cricut Maker Basics – What you need to know
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- New Cricut Maker Tools Plus 4 Projects
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