Here are step by step instructions on how to use a heat press machine.
Instruction for heat press vinyl.
Let your vinyl sit without washing for at least 24 hours.
First you can place the htv on the t shirt while the t shirt is on the heat press.
Htv needs time to cure.
The upside to this method is that the htv won t move from where precisely you place it.
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If you use a lot of heat transfer vinyl then you may want to get a heat press or easy press down the road but for today we will just focus on using an iron.
Heat and pressure both of which we can get using an iron.
You just lower the heat press lid and voila the htv has adhered exactly where you placed it.
If possible one that doesn t have a bunch of big steam holes on the bottom will work best but you can work with whatever you have at home.
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The first thing to do is cut the material and weed the excess.
Once everything is set apply the glitter vinyl to the apparel using medium pressure and with a heat range of 300 to 320 f for around 15 to 20 seconds.
Place the cut design on the base material with the shiny liner side up.
Cut in reverse and weed excess material preheat garment for 2 3 seconds apply design at 265 f 130 c use medium pressure for 10 15 seconds.
This heat allows the adhesive to sink down into the fibers of your shirts bags pants etc.
Apply heat as instructed see heat transfer guide.
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For contact with eyes immediately flush with water.
Press iron with medium firm pressure for 10 15 seconds if areas of design lift after application replace cover sheet and re press for 5 10 seconds.
If irritation persists.
Peel carrier hot or cold application instructions heat press.
In case of skin irritation immediately wash skin with soap and water.
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The adhesive on heat transfer vinyl is activated by heat.
You have two basic options.
Turn on the power by flipping the on off switch turn the thermostat knob to the right until you see the red heating light.
Use in a well ventilated area vapors from heating process may be irritating to sensitive individuals.
Flip the base material over and apply heat to the back of the design as instructed see heat transfer guide.
Flip and press for s f c.
Use a cool peel to remove the liner.