I ve had numerous requests for a tutorial on how to create custom mugs so this week s topic is using heat transfer vinyl on mugs with a heat press.
What vinyl to use on mugs.
There are different types depending on the application.
I have read mixed reviews of using heat transfer vinyl.
A lot of work goes into cutting and applying these decals so we want them to last.
They all go in the dishwasher at my house so i like to know that they ll hold up.
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So far i ve never had a design peel.
For instance you want a vinyl design on your wall to come off when you are tired of it so you would need a removable vinyl.
The setting in between vinyl and iron on is vinyl.
This further shows how important sealing the vinyl designs you apply on your mug is.
I always use permanent adhesive vinyl on my mugs.
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When decorating mugs with vinyl you need a permanent long lasting variety that won t peel off after rinsing and washing.
The vinyl brand i use is avery which is also the vinyl used to wrap cars.
First what type of vinyl do you use on a mug.
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If you are selling your cricut projects i d definitely recommend using permanent or 651 vinyl on mugs.
Many crafters have reported cases of the vinyl coming off their mugs.
I also use 651 or permanent vinyl when i m making mugs travel mugs plates tumblers etc.
Vinyl on mugs.
It cuts a little deeper than regular vinyl.
With that in mind here are 3 different permanent vinyls that you can use on mugs and cups.
I would try the regular vinyl setting first.
For vinyl on mugs however you want one that will last a really long time.
Using heat transfer vinyl on mugs with a heat press january 6 2017 2 21 pm published by jennifer milliron.
Oracal 651 for mugs.
This was a well requested tutorial.
Which vinyl to use on mugs.