Cricut Infusible Ink T-Shirts: 15 Types & Colors Tested & Washed!!

Cricut Infusible Ink T-shirts tested, washed, and compared -- get the full list of tested T-shirts plus free designs at jennifermaker....
I’ve been testing Cricut Infusible Ink on a variety of T-shirts beyond the official Cricut T-shirts. The two big keys to determining what you can and can’t put the Infusible Inks onto are MATERIAL CONTENT and COLOR. For Infusible Inks to transfer to T-shirts properly, they need to bind with polyester or polymer surfaces. And because the Infusible Inks are transparent rather than opaque, they need to be on white or light colored surfaces. These fusible inks look best on a white background. A good T-shirt for Infusible Ink is one that has a hiqh polyester count and is white or pastel.
So I’ve put Cricut Infusible Ink on lots of different types of T-Shirts! And then I washed them ALL to see what they looked like afterward. Want to see?
Here’s a list of all the T-shirts I’ve tried with Cricut Infusible Inks :
WHITE T-SHIRTS WITH CRICUT INFUSIBLE INK
100% polyester shirt - white - Hanes Cool Dri at amzn.to/30kJM8n
92% polyester/8% spandex shirt - white - No Boundaries - Wal-Mart
95% polyester/5% spandex shirt - white (Cricut Brand at Michaels)
90% polyester/10% spandex shirt - white - Terra & Sky (Wal-mart)
80% polyester/20% cotton shirt - white - Fruit of the Loom at amzn.to/2XO9RPf
65% polyester/35% cotton shirt - white - George (Wal-mart)
40% polyester/60% cotton shirt - white - George (Wal-mart)
100% cotton shirt - white - Fruit of the Loom (Amazon)
COLORED T-SHIRTS WITH CRICUT INFUSIBLE INK
100% polyester shirt - blue - Hanes Cool Dri at amzn.to/30kJM8n
92% Polyester / 8% Spandex shirt - Gold - No Boundaries (Wal-mart)
80% Polyester / 20% cotton shirt - Hot Pink - Athletic Works (Wal-mart)
65% Polyester / 35% cotton shirt - Pink/Blue/Purple George (Wal-mart)
50% polyester / 50% cotton shirt - Blue - Gildan (Michaels)
40% polyester - 60% cotton - Pink & Blue - George (Wal-mart)
100% polyester shirt - Green - Gildan (Michaels)
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WHITE T-SHIRTS
100% polyester - white - Hanes Cool Dri (Amazon) - These worked REALLY well!
92% polyester/8% spandex - white - No Boundaries - Wal-Mart - These T-shirts also took the Infusible Ink well!
95% polyester/5% spandex - white (Cricut Brand at Michaels) - This is an official Infusible Ink blank from Cricut and is guaranteed to work.
90% polyester/10% spandex - white - Terra & Sky (Wal-mart) - The design didn’t evenly infuse into the material, and I’m not sure if it is a faulty shirt or user error.
80% polyester/20% cotton - white - Fruit of the Loom (Amazon) - These look great and washed well!
65% polyester/35% cotton - white - George (Wal-mart) - These worked pretty well, though you can see how the image isn’t as vibrant to begin with and has a wee bit of fading after one wash.
40% polyester/60% cotton - white - George (Wal-mart) - While the Infusible Ink applied well to the shirt, you can see how much fading occurred after just one wash. Avoid this shirt.
BLACK T-SHIRTS
40% polyester - 60% cotton - Black - George (Wal-mart) - You cannot even see the Infusible Ink because it is transparent!
As you can see, Cricut Infusible Ink does not show up on dark and black shirts. But if you put a WHITE layer on first, then put the Infusible Ink onto the white layer, it does work! Here are my experiments using Siser StripFlock HTV (top) and Cricut White Glitter Iron-On (bottom).
If you just have to use that dark or black shirt, first apply a layer of white glitter HTV in the same cutout shape, then put the Infusible Ink over top of it (I did it at 386°F for 40 seconds).
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Credits:
Introduction: PixelBytes (my child!)
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Videography: Jennifer Marx on a Panasonic Lumix FZ-1000 DSLR 4K camera
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[@johnbubu8310]

Fantastic video Jennifer. You go far and beyond with your tutorials. Thank you for all the effort, time and energy you put on them. Much Love

[@ruthdrews496]

I don’t know if this was mentioned in your responses, but you started out with “polyester/spandex” and then went to “polyester/cotton”; there is definitely a difference between spandex and cotton; so based on that, what I summarize from your demonstration “polyester %’s” is definitely the key component....on the other side of this, thank you for your work that you put in for this education....much appreciated!!

[@alfusca9824]

This is an incredible video. You are so amazing to spend so much time helping us! I’m so intimidated by infusible ink - I don’t know why. But I’m glad I waited now, as i didn’t realise how important the poly component was until I saw your comparisons This video must have taken you so long. You’re a sweetheart to give us so much of your time xx

[@JenniferMaker]

You're so welcome! Thank you so much! 🌸

[@MariaNyceDesigns]

I am so grateful for all you do for us Jennifer! Humungous hugs!!!

[@JenniferMaker]

Awe...thanks so much for your kind words! I greatly appreciate them! :-) Hugs to you!

[@meishajones5042]

Ty for this video...I know it rook a lot of work!! I appreciate your teaching us!! Your awesome!!

[@debraseverino3750]

not getting this i need help lol

[@laryssagobets4173]

Thank you for this you saved me from going crazy. I was going to use red infusible on a black polyester fabric and had nothing shown up I would have been trying to figure out what I did wrong. Thanks for the great video

[@JenniferMaker]

Happy to help!

[@danikawood3282]

Does it have to be white glitter ? Or can it be just white htv please

[@726mii]

You saved me from wasting an entire sheet of infusible ink! I was going to make my kids' shirts on black cotton shirts but decided I would read/watch your test video first.

[@JenniferMaker]

YAY! SO glad to have helped!

[@MrsJodygirl95]

I’m new to Cricut and I recently had an infusible ink not transfer onto a navy shirt and I love your tip! I’m one of those that doesn’t prefer light colored shirts so happy I came across this video. Thank you!

[@JenniferMaker]

You're so welcome!

[@BB-pk4ut]

I love dark shirts, and I have a huge backstock of non-100% polyester shirts, so this video saved me soooo much $$ thank you!!

[@JenniferMaker]

That is great to hear B B!

[@gigles0927]

Thank you so much for this video. You save so many so much money and time. I would love to see if this would also work on regular white vinyl instead of the glitter vinyl for colored shirts...would be great for boys/men’s shirts to be more personalized...now you have a whole new wardrobe or a lot of Christmas presents!!! Again, thank you much ❤️❤️❤️

[@christineparker6745]

You make me smile. Thanks for the footwork and results. The thumbs down never cease to amaze me on these helpful videos.

[@sharijames6287]

This was a fabulous video! So informative! Jennifer you go above and beyond! ❤️❤️❤️

[@tracyvolansky4530]

Holy Moly! You just saved me a ton of money by trying all the different fabric options. I appreciate you and your videos so much!

[@JenniferMaker]

Happy to help!

[@85vzap91]

I loved your video! Thank you for showing me all the colors and polyester counts. 🥰

[@angelicaseely5586]

Love these test videos you do! They're soooo helpful!

[@JenniferMaker]

YAY! SO glad!

[@maryzulick9369]

Thank you for the idea of using white glitter under the infusible ink since I wear a lot of cotton shirts!

[@JenniferMaker]

Happy to help!

[@robingangler1922]

I put iron on glitter first and it worked great!

[@hp77]

I’m so so happy U did this. This is the BEST video for infusible Inc.😘💕💕💕

[@JenniferMaker]

Glad you liked it!!

[@vickibrown3822]

Thank you, Jennifer you did a Wonderful job with all the testing, it must have taken you forever. I very much appreciate all your hard work.

[@NourishBeyondWellness]

Bless your heart and patience for testing and sharing your results. 🤗🙏🏼❤️

[@cindiloo4468]

You put a lot of time into this video and I really appreciate it. It's good to see what will work and what doesn't. thank you so much.

[@jonikinsh4504]

Thank you thank you thank you! I wanted some no nonsense details based on actual testing and you provided it all! I'm new to Cricut and your videos help me so much!

[@JenniferMaker]

You are so very welcome, I'm glad it was helpful! 💗

[@janbarry26]

Jennifer THANK YOU SOOOO MUCH FOR ALL THE TESTING & TIPS 😁!!! You are a great teacher!! I love your videos!

[@user-bw5hp6ld8b]

Hi Jennifer i have lost my update in email, all my emails from you too therefore, at this time i am learning still from you on you tube. I have just recently been gifted a Cricut Explorer 2. Thank you for your tutorials from unboxing to doing the process.

[@JenniferMaker]

It is my pleasure!

[@mobiustheorytv]

this is a really great breakdown, thank you for doing this. helpful to see what happens with mostly cotton shirts, i wouldn't have thought about scorching.

[@JenniferMaker]

Wasn't that great to see what happened? I LOVE experiments!! 😍

[@georgiagadons7413]

The line or white box from the transfer sheet is called ghosting. It comes from the edges of the heat press or easy press. They are burn marks and won’t come out. Try adjusting the time when pressing.

[@LeaunaStone]

Thanks for taking the time to test and make this video. Extremely helpful! 👍

[@Cheomaiden]

You are so amazingly thorough! Thank you for all your work and I hope you have lots of success from the awesome, helpful content you’re creating. ❤️

[@yoli683]

Thanks for taking the time to do this video! Getting your see your demonstration gave me lots of ideas for the future!

[@MW713]

I made my 1st one on a shirt from JoAnn's. Washed/dried and still looks great.

[@JenniferMaker]

That is awesome!

[@MakerMeg]

Thank you so much for this video. While the Cricut shirts are soft, the choices are super limited. I hope you'll try some of the tri-blend shirts soon.

[@beverlyalexander7076]

You are the best. I appreciate the work you put into making these videos. Your explanations are easy and simple to follow. These videos are the best when it comes to learning about cricut. You make crafting fun.

[@reginabyerly232]

Thanks Jennifer!!! 🥰 I bought a box of infusible ink 💕Now I feel more confident in trying it 🥰 I just Love.... your videos!!! ❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@JenniferMaker]

Thanks so much! 😃

[@nans969]

This was a big help. I just got an easy press 2 mainly because I am interested in the infusable inks. You answered a lot of questions I had. The black shirt with glitter vinyl is awesome. And it didn't look juvenile. I prefer darker tops. So, thank you so much.

[@JenniferMaker]

You are so welcome, Nannette! 😍

[@lisalewis5071]

Thank you for doing this. You have saved me so much time and money. I love your videos!

[@dmthandmade5674]

I wonder if pre treating the higher cotton percentage shirts with Bubblejet Set would make any difference? Only one way to find out. I have bubblejet set, I think I'll get the infusible and give it a try. I've used myinket printer to print direct on fabric and the results you got with the high cotton look a lot like what would happen when using cheap dye inks on untreated cotton. Worth a try.

[@piglet4110]

Thank You Jennifer! I had so many questions about Infusible Ink! This was so informative and super helpful. I love your videos!

[@JenniferMaker]

Thank you! 😃

[@vickipearson8254]

Thank you for testing all these shirts! Will save me a lot of frustration in doing my shirts. So appreciated! Love your videos.

[@JenniferMaker]

Glad you like them!

[@debraharwell-braun7026]

I truly appreciate all your time and explanations. It helps so much to learn through all your experience.

[@JenniferMaker]

I'm so glad!

[@leannemitchem8865]

Omg! This Is so informative. There was so much of my questions answered in this video. Thank you so much for sharing

[@veronicashironeko9988]

"thank you Greg!" she is so cute >.< thanks for the video!

[@lilchyka]

I really appreciate you taking the time testing out for us to save us money. This is very helpful.

[@JenniferMaker]

Glad it was helpful, Karen! 😁

[@Ladycrafty6]

Thank you for taking the time and effort to make this video! I’m ready to dive into the Ink now!🤩

[@donnafrancis5473]

Jennifer thank you for all the time you take to make this alot easier for us. Can't wait for the adventure..

[@pamelatapert8862]

you stated the infusable has to have polyester blend, Im practicing on all Cotton, Its Working great!

[@md2992]

How are you making it work for you? I would like to try it on cotton as well.

[@beebeej1]

It will work....but it will keep fading with washing

[@cherylanngariepy3382]

Thank for these videos. I found you by chance when looking for videos for my cutter which isn’t a cricut. There is very little info available for it which is totally sad. However your videos and blog have been a blessing.

[@JenniferMaker]

Awesome! Thank you for crafting with us, Cheryl Ann! 😍

[@dionneperez6640]

Thank you, thank you, thank you for sharing! This is a very helpful video and I recommend this video for anyone questioning infusible ink. Thanks again! 💜

[@JenniferMaker]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for sharing!

[@ericaharris6771]

It’s the 58 non likers for me 🙄 like WOW. This video should have 100% likes based off her RESEARCH alone. Thank you so much for this video! New subbie 🤗

[@JenniferMaker]

Wow, thank you!

[@Smallballzzz]

I appreciate you soo much!!! I could kiss you beautiful face! You have made my life so much easier. I spent a whole day making my fist shirt for the vinyl to not transfer at all!! I used a 70% recycled polyester shirt and it didn’t work at all 😞 lots of tears.

[@JenniferMaker]

Oh, no! I'm so sorry that happened, but am very, very we could help out so it doesn't happen again!!! 😊

[@lucyirvine574]

Great video Jennifer , great info thank you . I did see in another video saying if there's some blotching in the design is because of the oil in your fingers touching the infusible ink ;(

[@JenniferMaker]

I don't think that's the case here. I think in retrospect I accidentally moved the EasyPress when I first placed it on the design.

[@lucyirvine574]

thank you , love your video's and all the info , thank u

[@gigles0927]

Lucy Irvine good to know...

[@kristietawney4735]

I can't wait till I can Be as Good as you are ... I'm so In Love with the Cricut

[@JenniferMaker]

I still make plenty of mistakes! :) . Keep trying! It's how we learn!

[@deborahbuonomo296]

Thanks for the time, $ and energy you put into these videos. They are very informative! 💕

[@abbee8259]

It is so amazing that you take the time to do all of this. I appreciate it so much! Thank you!!

[@JenniferMaker]

Thanks for watching!

[@donnagetgen6113]

Jennifer, Thank you for this video. It is so helpful and will save me lots of $. I just bought an EasyPress and was rearing to go. Thank goodness I watched this video before purchasing blanks!

[@JenniferMaker]

You are so welcome! I'm so happy it was helpful!

[@juliealdham940]

You rock Jennifer!!....as a newbie you make it so easy to follow and try different things... thanks so much❤️

[@JenniferMaker]

You are so welcome, Julie! Glad you are with us! 😄

[@yiavang5289]

Very informative- i was going blank on the limited cricut blanks. Thank you!

[@JenniferMaker]

You are so welcome! 😃

[@asharastarling9740]

You are amazing thank you for trying it on so many types and colors of fabric!!! This answered every question i had and even what it looked like after a wash and dry !!! You are a very nice and a genius 👏

[@JenniferMaker]

Thank you so much! 😃

[@sfreeman8035]

You are awesome for doing this! I already messed up my cricut shirt on the first try....cloudy...but it will be a sleep shirt. Good to know on the different products.

[@laurenashcroft3569]

This is an old video by now but I am SOOO glad you did this because I am now going to make something with the infusible ink sheets. I bought the wrong material!!! So glad I watched this first. ;-)

[@JenniferMaker]

Glad it was helpful! I love Infusible Ink.

[@elsieblakley2381]

Love the blue and the black with the glitter. Thank you

[@JenniferMaker]

YAY! Thanks for watching!

[@LucyLu70]

Thank you for this amazing video love 💕 the before and after. We all needed a video like this to show us what happens after its been washed. Thank you so much we appreciate you. 💗💗💗💗

[@christines3867]

Thanks so much for sharing! Love your channel ❤️ I’ve learned so much from your videos!

[@JenniferMaker]

Thanks so much for watching! :)

[@HayPaige]

I'm so thankful for this video! I am looking into buying a cricut to help add to my garment sewing projects, but I always steer clear of polyester when choosing fabrics - So it's good to know I won't be able to use the infusible inks. (I would love to see how a viscose or rayon goes as it is a man-made fibre from a natural element) Also very interesting as basic dyes work best on cotton and terrible on polyester! Loving watching these videos and learning before I buy!

[@JenniferMaker]

You are so welcome! 😍

[@chebordeos]

Thank you for your videos! It’s very helpful 🥰 I just got my new cricket explorer 3 and want to make t-shirts for my friends and family 🥰

[@JenniferMaker]

That is awesome! If you are new to Cricut this is very helpful! We have a free series of online classes that show you how to set up and begin creating with your machine as a new Cricut owner! Here's the link to sign up: makeracademy.com/cricutkickoff

[@swaysway4527]

I know this was live, but if you're still answering questions: how about using regular vinyl and putting the infusible ink on the top? I have a character that is the moon, that I want to put on a black shirt, and he's mostly white. for a girl, I wouldn't care about the glitter, but for a man...…..they kinda don't like glitter. :D

[@djmusc13]

Very informative video, thanks for taking the time to show us the results. Have a great weekend Jennifer 😊

[@tomikafreeman1093]

Thanks, this was very helpful

[@JenniferMaker]

Glad it helped!

[@babsread]

Can you do one that is washed using Two layer bottom layer being glitter and top layer being infusible Ink On a 100% cotton shirt understand HTV glitter is polyester?

[@jennahperez3182]

Terra and sky shirt I believe that the spots are from oils and dirt on your fingers. I watched a tutorial on the circuit infusible ink and they said to make your hands are very clean and oil free or the spots can happen.

[@imnicheroo]

This is such a great video! Have you tested infusible inks on sweaters or hoodies?

[@MrGargoylz]

I love how thorough you are in your testing videos! However, in the black shirt test I would have liked to see a 100% polyester black shirt to give it the best opportunity to show the color. 40% was already not going to look nearly as vibrant. Just a thought.

[@marionwood3986]

Wonder How Bamboo Would Work? This was a great video.

[@gigles0927]

Marion Wood good question...now I am curious also...

[@juttaduncan7216]

That is exactly the info I was looking for! thank you!

[@JenniferMaker]

Glad it was helpful, Jutta! 😍

[@xmansmommy]

Thanks. I haven't tried the infusible inks yet but now I can't wait to go out and get them.

[@JenniferMaker]

You're going to LOVE them! :)

[@poshsudsltd4161]

Very helpful video. You’re so precious! I enjoy listening to and watching you!

[@rebekahwright7234]

The video we needed

[@robingangler1922]

I used cricut iron-on white glitter under the infusible ink on a Gilden cotton yellow t-shirt and it turned out awesome. It was the leopard print. Wished we could add pics here.

[@JenniferMaker]

That's awesome! I bet it looks incredible! Are you in my Facebook group? That's a great place to share! facebook.com/groups/cricutcraftersandmakers/

[@verdajbastian4157]

Hi Jennifer, how are you? Thank you for sharing this valuable information. I especially loved what you did with the black shirt. Nice idea. Thanks again. Take care.

[@JenniferMaker]

I'm great! Thank you! :) Thanks for watching! :)

[@charley408]

I once saw a tutorial on design space and it was a really long time ago, however this person was able to change the background color on the canvas in design space . If this is possible, it would be soooooo nice since I have eyesight issues and stairing at the white canvas drives me nuts. Have you heard of being able to change the color?

[@JenniferMaker]

Hi There, there isn't a way to change that in Design Space, but you can do that but you can add a template and work on top of that. :)

[@nikilondon1477]

Hi Jennifer. This was a great video. Just wondering if you could use plain white HTV instead of the glitter HTV before the infusible ink if putting on a dark shirt? I'm thinking if you had a design for a guy's shirt the glitter may not be a favorite 😊

[@msablan1]

I made a dark gray Infusible ink on glitter 100% polyester hoodie for my daughter today.

[@JenniferMaker]

YAY! Love it! How did it turn out?

[@2129yaya]

I still have the same question of for the black shirt does it has to be white-glitter htv? Can it be just regular white htv

[@gigles0927]

Ivy Sierra I have been wondering the same thing?!?!?

[@borealisdreaming1]

Thank you SO much for doing this. It will save us so much money and time.

[@115cyndie]

Thank you for being so informative. I'm still trying to understand everything else, before I begin w/ the infusible pens. There is so much awesomeness to learn

[@JenniferMaker]

Thanks for watching! :)

[@melaniejaneprocter5529]

Hi Jennifer We don't have infusible ink sheets or pens in uk. 😥😥😥😥

[@MrsDACerda2016]

Excellent idea with the htv glitter and then the invisible ink!! But could it be done with just plain white Cricut htv????

[@badchunky1]

Super helpful! Thanks for taking the time and answering so many questions. Thumbs up!!

[@JenniferMaker]

Of course! Glad it helped!

[@jessicajones1184]

Thank you so much! I've wanted to try the infusable ink, but cricut doesn't offer toddler size shirts.

[@madelinea.8596]

Thank you for taking out the time to test all these for us. I just don’t understand why cricut would bother to make this infusible ink if we are limited to what we can use it on if we have to use glitter iron on we might as well just use our iron on. The purpose was so you wouldn’t feel the vinyl on the shirt it was to be all one. To me it’s a waste of money (even though I did but product to see what the hype was)

[@lunasmum6869]

I think this was so that users can still take advantage of the lovely patterns on the Cricut heat transfer sheets on dark fabrics. We've just started getting them here in the UK :-) Very expensive so I won't be doing much of it.

[@elainestrine3985]

I am learning so much from these videos!!

[@JenniferMaker]

YAY!

[@sylvialabelle8423]

Thanks for doing all the testing for us...you are awesome 👍

[@JenniferMaker]

My pleasure! Thank you for being here with us! 💗

[@lreeves3967]

Thank you so much for this video. Now I'm ready to get started. I appreciate your videos so much.

[@amandamoore2751]

Thank you for this video! I reference back to it often! It sure took a lot of work and thought! Keep up the good work!

[@JenniferMaker]

Glad it's so helpful, Amanda! 🥰

[@OEdmonds45]

So awesome thank you for always going above and beyond and just showing us the trials and errors thank you

[@JenniferMaker]

YAY! Happy to help! Thanks Octavia!

[@diannadean8445]

A lot of great information that will save us time and money! Thank you!!

[@JenniferMaker]

YAY! Glad to help! :)

[@LiyanaDIY]

New subber 🥰 cant wait to keep learning from you ☺️🤗

[@joifoster2206]

I CAN'T WAIT TO TRY INFUSIBLE INK ON THE NEW CRICUT GRAY SHIRTS.

[@JenniferMaker]

YES! For sure! Excited they have them! :)

[@happylittle426]

Thank you for your tenacity!!!! So glad I don’t have to test all of those myself 💕💕

[@JenniferMaker]

You're so welcome! Hope they have helped you!

[@GermanshepMom]

Great video! I would like to see decorative wall tiles made with infusible inks.

[@conservativecreationsllc2259]

I am new to this channel and it’s actually been very helpful. The shirt that was 90% polyester I had that happen to me when using infused ink on a cricut shirt

[@JenniferMaker]

Oh, no!!!! I am so sorry that happened! But, that's how we learn best, isn't it, Charlene, from what goes wrong? 😂

[@nikkidavis5859]

This video SO helped me out! Thanks for testing these out. :)

[@JenniferMaker]

You are so welcome! Thanks for watching!😊🌻