Cricut Hat Press: Everything You Need to Know to Create HTV and Infusible Ink Hats!

[@meganhood3558]

Thank you for creating this video and using the star decal the box came with. For a newbie such as myself, it was key! Many other videos skip that and go straight into using their own designs after they have already cut it out and so on... However; since I am new to Cricut all together, I really wanted to use the star it came with to try and understand the process step by step. Thanks again for the tutorial as it made this feel much less intimidating!!!!

[@msnelson98]

🌺 Thank you for the step by step instructions. You make it so easy to follow along. Great video for us visual learners. 🌺

[@JenniferMaker]

You are so welcome!

[@rosepratt8263]

Jennifer, you did it again for me! I watched others review these new heat presses and I thought well 🤔 maybe…watching you…I’m going to buy this hat heat press. I wear hats all the time. Girl..you are a fabulous teacher. The kind voice is so easy to listen to..Thank you for motivating me to CREATE. So, shopping tomorrow.

[@JenniferMaker]

Aww, yay!! So happy I am motivating you, Rose!

[@stephanieholmes3339]

I love this press. I am new to CRICUIT and just love, love, love the product and of course your videos Jennifer. I am a Navy veteran trying to get my life back after my return from Kuwait over 17 years ago. With money being tight and I can't always go out and buy gifts for my kids and grandkid I rely on Cricut to make unique gifts for everyone. I find Cricut a lot of me time, peace and quiet with my Cricut too. I really appreciate your videos and I try to make things for me family members and friends using my Cricut when possible. They love the one-of-a-kind gifts. Keep the great videos coming. I would love to have one of the new presses and the hat press too. They are so awesome!!! Thank you again Jennifer. Oh, by the way...the straw hat came out beautiful and we just had a new edition to the family and 2 more on the way and the elephant was a perfect idea. I think I may have to start making some of those next.

[@JenniferMaker]

Thanks so much and congratulations to your new edition to the family and 2 on the way! 😃💜💜

[@jodib3744]

Bought a hat press today and then realized I didn't know how to use it! This video helped make sense of the directions. And I didn't know Cricut had a template, so I will be able to figure out the correct size! Thank you so much for all your super helpful videos!

[@JenniferMaker]

You're so welcome! 🌸

[@elizabethvallely4044]

Thank you for this teaching video for the hat Press, just got one for Christmas from my husband! This video has been so helpful! Liz 😊

[@JenniferMaker]

Glad it was helpful! That's wonderful!

[@cathywebb4198]

Jennifer, you give inspiration, knowledge and confidence!!! Thank you!!!

[@JenniferMaker]

Thank you so very much Cathy! I'm so glad you find my information so helpful! 💗

[@WeAllGotAStory]

we are so lucky you exist

[@kathystreby2755]

Thank you for step by step, my grandson loves hats, great gift idea for him!!

[@JenniferMaker]

You are so welcome! 😃💜

[@acfinspection4455]

Love the way you take us through step by step, you speak clearly, very easy to follow and now I think I can do this. Thank you so much.

[@JenniferMaker]

Thank you and you CAN do it! 😃

[@mynameisjcboi9494]

Thank you for showing all the possibilities with the Cricut hat press

[@kaybuffin3982]

Thank you for this great tutorial! How much polyester needs to be in the hat for sublimation? Will 65% work?

[@vickiegraham7423]

Awesome step by step instructions, I can pause and do something and come back for the next step.

[@JenniferMaker]

Wonderful!

[@jetbossard7923]

Besides being a great teacher, you are also an awesome Sales Person. Now I've just gotta get one.. Thanks!

[@JenniferMaker]

🤣 I hope you enjoy it as much as I have! 💚

[@pennystoffel2162]

Definitely putting this on my wish list!

[@lollybaezcolon7190]

I love all your videos! The video in the Cricut Heat app shows how to place the hat. You were doing it another way which is much harder to adjust the hat and hold the form. Just wanted to share that with you. Thank you for all you do!

[@JenniferMaker]

Thanks for the tip!😊

[@CinnamonDelight-xb8pl]

Thank you for your step by step tutorial very clear. Thank you for side by side view of heat press and the app, very helpful.

[@JenniferMaker]

Glad you liked it!! 🌸

[@melissamiller3766]

Awesome video! I love hats so I think this is a must purchase for me!

[@JenniferMaker]

I love it!

[@franklinstephen3268]

Hello👋 dear, how are you doing?

[@MrCaustin3179]

Excited to create new items.

[@dottyearnhardt9600]

Getting my hat press this week, thanks for making such great videos.

[@JenniferMaker]

You are so welcome! Enjoy!

[@reginajohn9236]

Great tutorial! Thanks Jennifer and team❣ Wow, I love the Hat Press! 💛 It's incredible and I think it'll make a nice Mother's Day gift for me! 😁

[@JenniferMaker]

You are so welcome! I'm glad you liked the video! 🌸

[@Chateau_Arenal]

@@JenniferMaker hi I watch your videos and I love it how can I be part of you group, and can you please share where in Amazon you purchase the hat 🧢 please and thanks 😊 I’m super new on this but I love it I watch your videos and you explain very well thanks 😊

[@Top10RandomRundowns]

Wow I love your videos I can never sit through videos but this one was satisfying each hat turned out great & the elephant was super cute thank you for sharing

[@JenniferMaker]

Thanks so much 😊

[@aliceheins6341]

Hi Jennifer! I love watching your videos.easy instructions

[@JenniferMaker]

Thank you so much!

[@ruthmumm4475]

Thanks so much for a detailed video of the hot heat press!

[@JenniferMaker]

You are so welcome! 🌸

[@joellenfoust2208]

Thanks for your video. You’re a great teacher. Just got my hat press today. Love it!!!

[@JenniferMaker]

You are so welcome! Thank you! 🌸

[@zild71]

This was a great tutorial Jennifer thank you so much for the detailed explanation of the hat press. 🥰

[@JenniferMaker]

You are so welcome! 💜

[@arlenealverio6669]

Anxious to receive my hat press to get started! Thank you for the detailed tutorial! ❤️

[@JenniferMaker]

You are so welcome! Enjoy! 😃

[@arlenealverio6669]

@@JenniferMaker, there seems to be an issue with this entry for the giveaway. I’ve obviously seen the video, but did not receive the entries. 😞

[@karenm3004]

Thank you for a very inspirational video on the new hat press!

[@JenniferMaker]

You are so welcome! 😃💜

[@tashabach358]

Thank you for this video. You are so good at explaining things. Definitely buying this. Can the hat press be used with any hat iron on patch purchased off ebay as well. Like infusable ink on burlap?? Most of those patches on multiple sites say use e6000 or sew on? Any suggestions? (Hope this Makes sense)

[@createful_heart]

This seems super easy! I don't yet have a Cricut, but I'm starting to research their products.

[@JenniferMaker]

Glad to hear that! 😃

[@sharongrasso1053]

Great Tutorial I was making hats with iron on appliqués. I was trying to see in the transfer selection what would be that choice to choose a iron on? I have a new cricut cut easy press too. Appreciate any feedback 😊

[@JenniferMaker]

You would use iron-on with the hat press.

[@debbiemoore4702]

Just ordered mine !! Can hardley wait

[@JenniferMaker]

I am so excited to see what you can craft! 🌸

[@streetstamptv6387]

This video was very helpful and informative

[@JenniferMaker]

Glad it was helpful!

[@mariepalmer1398]

I just ordered my hat press. Thanks again Jennifer

[@JenniferMaker]

I hope you enjoy it! 💚

[@franklinstephen3268]

Hello 👋dear, how are you doing?

[@rhondaziara3653]

Thanks so much for your videos! Very informative and easy to follow. Much appreciated!

[@JenniferMaker]

I'm so glad to hear that!

[@kaybeirne3992]

Great instructions. Now I can use my new cap press. Thanks

[@JenniferMaker]

Awesome! 😃

[@nuckie_miamii]

It's pretty and perfect you showed me what all I needed to see to make my custom hats......TYSM I'm a new subbie...

[@JenniferMaker]

You are so welcome! Thanks for subbing! 💜

[@reneeedney2327]

When trying to connect....my Bluetooth was on but not my location. If anyone having trouble connecting to app, remember to check and make sure location is on as well as Bluetooth....learned this hard way!!!

[@JenniferMaker]

Thanks for that. I use the hard wire. It is more reliable.

[@dawnfairskinnedblonde5264]

I love the straw hat it’s adorable 🥰

[@JenniferMaker]

Thanks so much!

[@marthadueck6461]

I love the sun hat.

[@JenniferMaker]

I think it's so cute too! 💚

[@ladybear7130]

Thanks for the info. Especially on the allergies.

[@JenniferMaker]

You are so welcome! 💜

[@melissamorris1423]

Loved this video, thank you so much for making it and sharing it. Love the idea you can make a variety of hats, and what you did on the elephant was great!!! Maybe one day I will be able to purchase one. Thank you again

[@JenniferMaker]

You are so welcome! 😃

[@1cariyoung]

I like it but I don't at the same time. With their heat presses, they say don't move it around. But with this move it around to cover the area. If it has to be moved around to cover the entire area, why didn't they make it larger to accomplish that? The mini would do the job just fine. Just "move it around".

[@shuggaraecreation2009]

The smidge difference is that it curves for more coverage that would be my thoughts 🤔

[@Deadkandy]

@@shuggaraecreation2009 I've tried to press hats with the Mini. It was a disaster because it's not curved.

[@asimpson9295]

Will using the pressing hat form create problems for someone with allergies if you give them a hat due to the walnuts

[@christinecotaoco8453]

Thank you Jennifer for your very inspiring video as always! I was just wondering whether winter hats like knitted/crocheted beanies will work for this hat press.

[@JenniferMaker]

They will work if the kitted/crocheted material has a high polyester count.

[@jackieo2478]

Thank you for the simple video! I'm wondering what the purpose of moving the press back and forth?

[@naturejane2000]

Have you tried cutting in on the corners or edges to make the design lay flat better on the hat? Just wondering if that would help, or if taping all the edges is enough.

[@JenniferMaker]

I have not, but that's a great suggestion! I'll try it. 💚

[@selfkelly3]

Can’t wait to learn!

[@JenniferMaker]

Yay! 😃💜

[@edithburton8061]

I cannot wait to get mine❤️

[@sandygady4652]

I would like to use the hat press in my middle school Design and Engineering classroom. Can the press be “activated” to more than one phone?

[@JenniferMaker]

The press only needs to be activated once and it's not specific to your Design Space account.

[@hjvagar8606]

Another great video!

[@JenniferMaker]

Thanks so much!

[@DisMindy5767]

Thank you for the easy explanation. This is more versatile than I thought. How did you get the yellow daisy centers on the white flower without pressing twice? I know how with regular vinyl but don't understand how you did this with HTV unless it's print and cut.

[@franklinstephen3268]

Hello 👋dear, how are you doing?

[@JeeneCrilee]

This is awesome!! Do you know if there are any plans to come out with a youth size form so youth caps can be pressed also?

[@JenniferMaker]

I do not know. Cricut does make kid blanks so it may be a better of time.

[@JeeneCrilee]

@@JenniferMaker Thanks for responding. I'm hoping so! I would actually do more youth items than adult. (ten grandchildren and they all have friends-haha)

[@WendyStubbs]

Can I use this on the bill of the cap as well? Another great tutorial by the way!

[@yvettesnedeker8865]

I’m surprised you can do a straw hat! I loved the elephant!

[@deborahm7121]

Hi Jennifer Maker! Can I use this hat press on denim hats? Thank you for the video I received my hat press today!

[@JenniferMaker]

Yes!

[@heathersmyth3517]

Great explanation as always. I do think that the pressing form is awkward! Instead of a handle I think it needs some kind of base or way to attach to the table to allow two hands to work with the press.

[@JenniferMaker]

Thanks for watching!

[@teinelalelei8320]

2nd yay hello from Australia I love watching you ❤️

[@JenniferMaker]

Hi, Teine! Thank you!

[@pamelakelly4568]

Can you make children's hats?

[@JenniferMaker]

You sure can 💗

[@dolorestanaka1219]

Thank you for that! Just ordered my Hat Press. Do you need to curve text when applying to a bucket hat?

[@heatherlanier5899]

I want one!

[@kristenhead]

Love your videos!

[@kylemagner8071]

I love your videos! I am a new Cricut user so these are invaluable! I also like the green mat you have. Can you tell me what is it called and where I might find it? Thanks!

[@JenniferMaker]

Hi there and Thank you so much! Its a Cricut Self Healing Mat💗

[@kylemagner8071]

I’m watching the set up video right now! You are amazing!! I love your teaching style and your patience ❤️ I couldn’t do this without you!! Thanks so very much!

[@kaylatyrrell7223]

What are all the materials you used ? Infusible ink, everyday iron on, and ?? Definitely going to have to get this bad boy. Love your videos and have done so many things with your help. Your true inspiration:)

[@JenniferMaker]

Here is the materials list! MATERIALS LIST (contains my affiliate links): * Gray Cricut Ball Cap - shrsl.com/3f9lh * Black & White Cricut Trucker Hat - shrsl.com/3f9lf * Blue Cotton Cap - amzn.to/35TjeDw * Red Bucket Hat - amzn.to/3vZA2U3 * Yellow Visor - amzn.to/35LFhMw * 18" Natural Straw Hat - www.michaels.com/ashland-stra... * Stuffed Elephant - amzn.to/3Icad5n * Strong Heat Resistant Tape - shrsl.com/3f9m9 * A way to cut the project (I used the amazing Cricut Explore 3 -- see shrsl.com/1dq4w ) * Design # 377 - My free SVG cut file (available in my free resource library at jennifermaker.com/library ) 🌸

[@lachula8267]

love it thank you just order mine but what about beanies any techniques since its stretchable

[@JenniferMaker]

You will want to use sports flex.

[@kaybuffin3982]

Thank you so much for this great tutorial! How much polyester needs to be in the hat for sublimation?

[@JenniferMaker]

The higher the content the better/more vivid the print.

[@Donna61111]

Jennifer, this was so much fun. Do you have to use smart phone for the app? Can you use tablet, laptop or desktop computer? Thankyou!

[@mahonnajames6931]

Same question

[@mandiwolfe6631]

Yes, I'm wondering this also. She said iPhone iPad or Android phone.....but I use a tablet and laptop for my projects. I'm not sure if it's compatible with either of those?

[@JenniferMaker]

You need a mobile device for the app -- any mobile device that can run Cricut Design Space can also run the Cricut Heat app. You cannot use the app on a desktop or laptop computer. Tablets should be fine, though!

[@frenchiefriendsbrand]

thank you so much for this video. I am using a mesh trucker hat and getting line creases left on the outside of the design. how can you get rid of the creases or prevent this from happening? thank you!

[@setavialambert4712]

So do you not need to curve the font since the press is curved or do you still need the font curved ?

[@orchidlady01]

I can see using this for golf and fishing hats.

[@JenniferMaker]

Yes! 😃

[@jessicavodegel3269]

I bought this and the trucerhat by cricut at my local craft store... I have had zero luck... The HTV is not sticking and when I heated it longer than suggested it melted the iron on and it looks aweful.. HELP!!!

[@JenniferMaker]

Cricut HTV is usually cool peal so it will need to cool off a bit after it's pressed. 😊🌻

[@michaelhaydon1027]

Hello! [I'm sorry] and feel silly asking, but I am not sure how. How did you make the white/yellow daisy on the dream team cap? thanks so much!!!!!!!

[@brebre0144]

So cool !

[@JenniferMaker]

It really is!

[@nahnisjourney1406]

As always, I enjoyed your video. However, I went to the website and try to sign up to win the Cricut cutter, but couldn't get signed up. I was able to enter by using the other link that's on the page. THANK YOU. I'm hoping I win. Again, thank you so much!

[@JenniferMaker]

You are so welcome! Good luck!

[@mattiewilliams579]

I love ❤️ your videos

[@JenniferMaker]

Thank you so much! 🌸

[@joannking6911]

Can I use a regular iron on transfer with this press

[@JenniferMaker]

Yes, just follow the heat settings and transfer recommendations.

[@mayramarin2130]

Hi Jennifer.!! Thank you so much for the amazing tutorial.!! I have a question. Am I able to use any kind of material on any type of hat.?? Would I just have to log it in the transfer material to know how long to press the material on the hat., also the butcher paper, since it wasn't used for the first hat. Would it still need to be used for all hats to preheat.?? Thanks 😊

[@JenniferMaker]

Butcher paper is a good protector. You can do it without if because there is a carrier sheet. You can always check the heat guide on Cricut.

[@teresawentworth6240]

Do you have to have a cricut vinyl machine for the designs?

[@JenniferMaker]

No, you can use other cutting machines or even cut them by hand. jennifermaker.com/cricut-hat-press/

[@joannking6911]

Can you you use any kind of hat material

[@JenniferMaker]

There are many to choose from!

[@eimyrapalo332]

Love the tutorial, what settings do you use in the maker to cut through the iron on liner. I do a lot of layering and would love to do that!

[@JenniferMaker]

It depends on what kind of iron-on that you will be using. help.cricut.com/hc/en-us/articles/360009504773-Which-materials-can-I-cut-with-my-Cricut-Explore-and-Cricut-Maker-machine-

[@amytonne719]

love it

[@beast5732]

can i apply htv to a baseball cap that is 80% acrylic and 20% wool ? what settings please and thank you .

[@JenniferMaker]

I recommend using the heat guide reference for the hat press settings, help.cricut.com/hc/en-us/articles/4542190054295-How-to-adjust-Cricut-Hat-Press-Temperature

[@lachaniaj8739]

When is the hat press going to be available in the UK?

[@JenniferMaker]

I do not know. That is a good question for Cricut. You can reach out to them directly here: help.cricut.com/hc/en-us 💜

[@katielentz1015]

I don’t always use Cricut Every Day Iron-On, I’m a big Siser fan. Can we use the Siser heat guide for their vinyl with the hat press? I assume it would be different than pressing a cotton shirt. Any thoughts?

[@JenniferMaker]

You can use that.

[@angelarichards7221]

@jennifer - can you tell me where you found a tape dispenser that will hold this new heat tape? All of them that I can find do not hold tape that is a full inch wide. Thanks a bunch!

[@JenniferMaker]

I believe I got it from Amazon.

[@therealchristianrankin]

Will this work with any transfer paper?

[@JenniferMaker]

You'd use the Infusible Ink Transfer Sheets and included butcher paper. Thanks for watching😊🌻

[@luvbug51503]

I am going to get the hat press (I'm very excited about it) but I was wondering if you knew if it is possible to connect it to your laptop? I am not wanting to connect it to my phone as we live in the country and constantly loose singal on our phones (even when connected to our Wi-FI).

[@JenniferMaker]

Here are the FAQ'q from Cricut on the hat press. help.cricut.com/hc/en-us/articles/4542160961303-Cricut-Hat-Press-FAQ

[@kimpainter5181]

i noticed when you did cotton hat, you used vinyl, can you use infusable ink?

[@JenniferMaker]

It needs a high polyester count to work.

[@valb.8443]

Hi Jennifer ! Thank you for the great tutorial! Since your Elephant was made of polyester would it be possible to use infusible ink on its forehead?

[@JenniferMaker]

Yes you can!

[@lindaquigley2135]

I tried to make a hat and pressed like crazy and the vinyl would not stick. And another question, can you use print and cut designs for hats? Thank you I LOVE your videos!!!

[@JenniferMaker]

Iron-on vinyl should work depending on the material.

[@emilyclabau8017]

Can I use the hatpress for other than hats or caps?

[@JenniferMaker]

Yes, if it fits in the angle.

[@shawnelmichellecalloway664]

I did not see a setting for rhinestones. Can you press rhinestone designs?

[@JenniferMaker]

That is a good question. Here is Cricut's FAQ on that. help.cricut.com/hc/en-us/articles/4542160961303-Cricut-Hat-Press-FAQ

[@mountainmisterscraftingwithjan]

Thank you for all your videos. I’ve had a Cricut for years but this was the year (actually a month ago) I decided to conquer my fear of using it. I am totally comfortable with it now. Do you know what the time of the hat press release is?

[@lindahealy423]

it is active now!

[@mountainmisterscraftingwithjan]

@@lindahealy423 I know! I already got it!

[@lindahealy423]

@@mountainmisterscraftingwithjan me, too!

[@mountainmisterscraftingwithjan]

@@lindahealy423 waiting for deliver is going to be hard

[@jlp6514]

Can you change the heat settings without using the heat app?

[@JenniferMaker]

Here is some information on that. help.cricut.com/hc/en-us/articles/4416291349143-Iron-On-Basics-with-Cricut-Hat-Press

[@pinda0020]

What if I would use a different brand htv like stahls (that only needs 8 seconds) do I still follow the cricut time or can I stick to the 8 seconds.

[@JenniferMaker]

Go by the manufactures recommendations🥰

[@pinda0020]

@@JenniferMaker Thank you for your reply

[@jamieroberts900]

Why don’t you tape butcher paper down ? Great video thank you

[@JenniferMaker]

We didn't feel the need to tape the butcher paper in the project, but you're more than welcome to. 🌻😊

[@ginger20ll]

Do you have to use heat resistant tape or can you use painters or masking tape?

[@JenniferMaker]

Either works fine!

[@Kirstin2024usaDIY]

wow amazing

[@JenniferMaker]

Thanks a lot

[@Kirstin2024usaDIY]

@@JenniferMaker thanks welcome

[@Kirstin2024usaDIY]

@@JenniferMaker You inspired me only the other day I start my project I am a grandmother smile hehehe thank you

[@lourdesgarcia7850]

You R great thank you

[@JenniferMaker]

Thanks so much! 💜

[@phenixboricua4772]

Hi Miss. Jennifer, I was wondering if the design could be a family picture. I'm pretty new at this and I want my designs to pictures.

[@JenniferMaker]

You can do that with a sublimation printer.

[@phenixboricua4772]

@@JenniferMaker Thank you so much for your response. I finally have time to learn, and your tutorials are amazing. But when it comes to making labels for hats... I must be doing something wrong. Do you have a tutorial from scratch? Like setting the measurements on the computer and printer. or is that included in your Coach Playbook?

[@michaelhaydon1027]

Hi Jennifer! I love watching your videos. Question, can you use Cricut Smart Vinyl with the Cricut Hat Press? And can you use any material hats or just polyester hats?

[@jpfregos]

If it’s regular vinyl no, you need either HTV (Heat Transfer Vinyl) or Iron On Vinyl (Cricut sells Smart Iron On). These heat transfer vinyls can be used on cotton or other blends of cotton-polyester. Hope this clarifies your question.