There are even mini heat presses for smaller items.
Can i use iron on vinyl on glass.
Today we re using glitter heat transfer vinyl.
So i didn t expect or need it to last.
Taking note the glass will be very very hot.
I like to do a lower heat and time and then like to do multiple passes over the mug.
You may not even realize that you can add heat transfer vinyl to glass but you can.
Be sure to use permanent vinyl when adding to glass instead of the removable version.
Types of heat transfer vinyl.
Most types will work you may just need a little patience.
Heat transfer vinyl iron on vinyl t shirt vinyl or htv is a similar material with a heat activated adhesive that is designed to work with fabric surfaces or any surface that can stand the heat.
Both types of vinyl are available in either rolls or sheets usually 12 wide.
The glass does have a higher chance of breaking when heated so you want to use caution.
1 as with any htv create your design and send it to your cutter.
Permanent vinyl has the best results for lasting as long as possible.
From this experience we suggest cutting around your design as close as you can.
Stay tuned to see what works and what doesn t and any tips and tricks we have for ironing t.
Wait a couple minutes for the glass to cool before you peel the carrier sheet.
Inspired by our post on applying htv to a ceramic mug we tried ironing heat transfer vinyl on glass acrylic leather canvas cardstock doormats metal felt carpet clay cork granite marble tile linoleum mirror acrylic and even a basketball.
Heat transfer vinyl can be applied using an iron or a heat press.
You can layer one layer on top of the base and it can be everyday iron on glitter iron on foil iron on holographic sparkle iron on and patterned iron on.
In full disclosure i have applied a third layer before but it was for a shirt for a birthday party.
2 when using htv textured glitter make sure to cut your design in reverse mirror image.
Yes you can use heat transfer vinyl on glass.
It is permanent but.
3 weed away the excess vinyl from your design.
You can use one of the larger ones but it takes a bit more effort.
Lay down a towel on the bottom of the pad of the heat press this helps to protect the glass.
This will help eliminate the carrier sheet press marks that can show up on glass we did not do this.
I highly recommend this 6 by 7 easypress for this project.
Htv is often used on fabric such as t shirts but it can also be used on glass wood and so many other surfaces.
I have found it s a little easier to get it to adhere and it will hide any little flaws that might occur with your design.