🤯 Direct to film (DTF) Hack With the Inkjet Printer - NEW

[@YouCanTotallyMakeThat]

🚨Update second wash I lost color 😭 Back to the drawing board so to recap black is a success color only on non wash items like tote bags

[@karenkrueger428]

Awesome. So excited to try this hack

[@April-rs8gz]

Yay!🎉

[@soniar3051]

That's so awesome because I don't have a sublimation printer. It now allows me to make shirts. Thanks for another great video!

[@RainorShine1]

Wonder what a lazer printer do like this

[@Willo_1647]

It's not a fail though CrystalAnn because The black ink is different to the colour inks, It's disappointing I know but because of you we know more xx

[@AvasKraftyKreationz]

This was such a great help I have been trying to figure out how to do dtf without spending all the money on a printer

[@xzoticwhispers]

I tried your hack with the DTF and applied it to wood and it came out beautiful .

[@peggybouillon9737]

So glad you mentioned you don’t have to cure it. I don’t and it works beautifully! Thank you for your thorough demonstrations!

[@YouCanTotallyMakeThat]

Peggy I agree works like a charm and your so welcome

[@lynnobryant9936]

Great work! A beginner crafter here and I'm all in....Thanks for sharing.

[@IsaacGarcia-m9y]

Just bought a new heat press and used my inkjet printer OMG the colors on the shirt is amazing thank you. I watched your video at least 10 times.

[@hollylowery26]

I have done this. I bought the same cannon printer you use. I have a cricut heat press but I use my embossing heat tool to melt the powder. I didn’t want to risk burning myself with the heat press. I love the DTF HACKS. I found you because of a HACK VIDEO, then I watched more of your videos and that's why I bought the heat press.

[@YouCanTotallyMakeThat]

Yay! so glad your fining them helpful

[@visheshh_vs]

Can we use any printer for dtf use?

[@YouCanTotallyMakeThat]

@@visheshh_vs Yes just remember you need pigment ink over dye ink

[@visheshh_vs]

@@YouCanTotallyMakeThat but a regular printer doesn't have white ink tank ryt

[@YouCanTotallyMakeThat]

@@visheshh_vs That is correct

[@zasmonroe3579]

So i used a hp printer and it worked!!!! My first on was patchy so i just did a layer on top where the patches where and it fixed no problem. The second time i put it on my long skillet and put extra powper on top and the second time it was flawless

[@ClarksQualityBookkeeping]

Did you use regular hp ink with the powder?

[@zasmonroe3579]

@@ClarksQualityBookkeeping yes

[@Crystalnachi]

I purchased the powder and the A4 paper because they didn’t have the 8.5 x 11. I bought a griddle at the thrift store and it works like a charm! I love it!!!

[@YouCanTotallyMakeThat]

Yay 😁 that is awesome 😎 Nancy 🎉 Happy Crafting ❤️

[@k.makininayoearle-headley8583]

im gonna work on this year for sure. save all this info to start. thank you so much. i love this idea beacsue i cant afford the sublimation prnter, but its great to hafe another option.

[@sunnstarzsm]

Hiii Crystal!! Newbie here, to Cricut/sublimation and your channel, which I am SO glad to have found!! You are SO sweet, SO knowledgeable, and SO awesome at teaching on these videos!! Thank you for all you do!! Stacie in the Youngstown, Ohio area!

[@YouCanTotallyMakeThat]

Thank you so much you have made my day! Happy Crafting and good luck on your new adventures ❤️

[@sunnstarzsm]

You are very welcome,@@YouCanTotallyMakeThat! And, thank you so much too!! 💕

[@makeitwork8367]

Hey Crystal, I missed you. Glad this video came up 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@jackiepatterson3807]

This is the first time I watched you on KZbin. You are amazing. You break things down so well. Thank you so much.

[@YouCanTotallyMakeThat]

So glad you're here! Thank you so much happy Crafting

[@ms_AJae]

I tried my cricut heat press after seeing this and it make it cure perfectly.... Thank you

[@delciethompson8920]

Yes please to all the hacks!! 🙌🏻

[@YouCanTotallyMakeThat]

Yay!! Thank you for your feedback

[@maggiesmith604]

Absolutely brilliant !!!! Thank you so much, you are a pleasure to watch xx

[@donnabrandt5996]

Love the hacks and tips you give. I also enjoy the links for products as well because it saves me time for more crafting as well.

[@YouCanTotallyMakeThat]

Thank you so much I'm happy to hear you find it helpful heart ❤️

[@tubita38]

YOU REALLY EXPLAIN CLEARLY THANKS FOR THAT

[@indigenousinkbeads2023]

I love watching your videos, even more excited about your new membership! I had to join da besties ❤ cant wait to see whats in store for that 🥰

[@YouCanTotallyMakeThat]

Yay! Thank you 😊so much, I'm so glad your my Bestie ❤️

[@Maruchi1970]

I've used my HTVRONT heat press using this method and it works perfectly.

[@YouCanTotallyMakeThat]

Yay 😀 thank you for the info

[@streamstriss]

Great video. Thanks for taking the time to show us the process and report on the results.

[@YouCanTotallyMakeThat]

Your welcome I love it thank you for watching ❤️

[@Black._nose]

Can u do this on bulk cotton shirts

[@EmbroideryANDBeyond]

I am AMAZED!!!!😦😦😦😦😦YOu Are AMAZING!!! I had NOOO Clue this could be done!! DTV ARE VERY HARD to WEED intricate Designs and HARD to USE the MASKING Tape To Get the OFF!! KEEP up the GREAT WORK!!

[@YouCanTotallyMakeThat]

Thank you so much I totally agree on the weeding and using the mask absolutely terrible 😃

[@olivia8979]

You were away for a while. I was away for a while. WOW! you are looking great! Way to go.

[@YouCanTotallyMakeThat]

Thank you so much 😊 So happy your here ❤️

[@patriciaminter9035]

Just started watching you tonight and have already gone thru 3 of the DTF hacks. I was so upset when I found out (after, of course) that my Epson ET-2850 had to have special sublimination ink and not the regular ink. I need this printer for other everyday printing so don't want to change to sublimination ink. The DTF sheets look to be the answer. looking forward to more.

[@SamFam3]

Sublimation ink??? So that's why mine are not coming out right, she never mentioned Sublimation ink! Thank you for the information

[@hsepulveda1]

Did the tank top hold up in the wash? I did not see the answer pinned to the top. Thanks for always explaining everything so perfectly!

[@YouCanTotallyMakeThat]

It did not so I’m testing one more thing. Your welcome and Thank you 😊

[@cindyross4110]

​@@YouCanTotallyMakeThatso only black on things that don't need to be washed?

[@harpergirlcreative3396]

Very cute! Keep the hack testing coming!

[@YouCanTotallyMakeThat]

Will do thank you for your feedback ❤️

[@darlenekrisak2962]

I use my Cricut Easy Press upside down to cure my transfer and it came out great!

[@YouCanTotallyMakeThat]

happy to hear this ❤️

[@nancygerbasio1166]

Yes Crystal, I want to see more videos. Can’t wait!

[@YouCanTotallyMakeThat]

Yay thank you so much 😊

[@Cheila-zh2kp]

I JUST TRIED IT WITH MY CIRCUT AND IT WORKED GREAT I HAVE TO DO ANOTHER TO BE SURE BUT THANKKS TO YOUR VIDEOS I CAN NOW OFFER DTF AT MY TSHIRT BUSINESS

[@RebeccaAlwaysandForever]

This is exactly what I was looking for. Thanks so much!

[@YouCanTotallyMakeThat]

Yay! Happy to hear this heart ❤️

[@jendavis67]

My heat press does not heat bottom on from the top, so how can I do the dtf ink jet printer cure or do I have to heat the dtf after the printer. Love the helpful tips.

[@YouCanTotallyMakeThat]

you can hover above it after you print and add powder

[@jendavis67]

@@YouCanTotallyMakeThat so do I put put the powder side up with the heat on the top hope not a stupid question just want to get right because my heat press only the top is heated

[@Ellens_Creations]

Yayyy!!!! Been watching you for years so I'm so excited to have joined your Besties Does this mean you won't be doing the DB channel now? or are you going to go crazy town and do both hahaha xxx

[@YouCanTotallyMakeThat]

Sorry Just seen this it went to my spam ❤️ it makes me so happy to see you using the coffee Emoji your the first one besides me to use them yay!! I no longer work for DB I'm back on my channel full time ❤️ I have 1 more pre recorded video coming out on DB next week

[@ivelissecruz4653]

Hi again question do you ever use the silhouette machine? Your an amazing teacher! Thank you for what you do, God bless you!

[@YouCanTotallyMakeThat]

Yes I do I have videos coming soon you won’t want to miss

[@ivelissecruz4653]

@@YouCanTotallyMakeThat good morning 🌞 ok thank you so much!

[@LorraineCastellon-Rowe]

Awesome tutorial, AGAIN!! You absolutely ROCK Crystal Ann!! I seriously LOVE everything you teach us!! I just got some Cendale glitter DTF sheets. (Before I saw this video) I'm so excited to try it now. Just waiting on my Sawgrass ink to refill my black. I'll be doing this as soon as it gets here!!! WOO HOO!! ❣️ ❣️ ❣️ Thank you!!! 🎉🎉🎉🩷🩷🩷

[@prettyrichgirl2007]

A pretty cool hack. Hope it works...

[@maliedivine]

Nice video!! Very clear directions. I liked that! I am curious, can use DTF on colored tops without white HTV?

[@YouCanTotallyMakeThat]

Thank you so much yes just stick to lighter colors like you would with sublimation

[@thejeweledmonarch]

Thank you for all of your hack videos! They're so helpful! Can the inkjet printer DTF hack be done on other items such as tumblers or mugs?

[@YouCanTotallyMakeThat]

I just edited a video that is coming soon where I test all sorts of stuff spoiler alert it was a fail on tumblers and libby glasses

[@melodylz2667]

I just started watching your channel. Great tutorial. I cant find the video showing how they washed. Trying to decide what DTF to buy.

[@YouCanTotallyMakeThat]

The blank ink is the only one that lasted if your printer has pigment ink it will last the wash

[@AZSoldByJudyWelch]

Your videos are amazing ❤

[@YouCanTotallyMakeThat]

Thank you so much 😊

[@47bettie]

So happy I found your own channel loving it! Subscribed to your Channel! Hugs Liz x

[@YouCanTotallyMakeThat]

Thank you so much I’m so happy you found it ❤️ Hugs CrystalAnn

[@tlsimmons8439]

This will be fun to try out!

[@YouCanTotallyMakeThat]

so much fun! 🤩 You will love it

[@Thebloomingcanadian]

Great. you are amazing. but i have question, I am new what you can suggest me to use printer or cricut .what type of transfer do i need to use, HTV or DTF. ? wonderful work.

[@Thebloomingcanadian]

Which transfer paper do i need to use, HTV or DTF??? Can u tell me . And do i need to use printer or cricut?

[@Rosebuddesigns10]

Can you use a heat gun to heat the powder or heat tape to hold it down so it does not curl?

[@danadistortion9224]

Wow! This is amazing! How many washes will this last?

[@kamilbihari]

Hello, please I need your help 😄 .. You print it on a regular printer, but do I need pigment colors or some special refills? Thank you for the answer.

[@amySonnenberg-j9g]

Love it I’m so looking forward to seeing if it works

[@elisaeseberre-lopez7813]

I just started watching your Chanel. Love it. Did you prewash your T-shirt prior to using them?

[@YouCanTotallyMakeThat]

Yay! so glad your here thank you so much! I didn't most shirts I buy are pre shrunk

[@vlogsfavorsphileco8788]

Hi! I know using hot air blower is not safe to use for melting dtf powder for being so close to the powder vapor. How about your method of melting which needed some parts of film to be pressed down to melt uniformly, is it still safe by that distance which most likely you inhaled its vapor?

[@ymm424]

Very nice video but you confused me about the color concerns. Will this work for color permanently or not? I'm thinking "yes" it works due to the DTF powder...but before I go wasting time and materials, can you please confirm this? Thanks so much.

[@YouCanTotallyMakeThat]

The color will wash out I only recommend the inkjet DTF hack for non wash items like tote bags, hats etc. now if you print in all black it will not wash out. now to flip it up even more if your inkjet printer has pigment ink and not dye ink the color will not wash out. you can google your ink to find out if its pigment ink

[@ymm424]

Super, thanks. So now I'm thinking..."I wonder if there is some sort of sealant out there for the purpose". I think I'm on the hunt LOL @@YouCanTotallyMakeThat

[@blesildakohlin7520]

Hi! Thank you for this hack. Can I do this to a sublimation mug?

[@YouCanTotallyMakeThat]

Your welcome I tried this and it was a fail

[@micmic0011]

Hi CrystalAnn! Question: which is better the inkjet ink or the sublimation ink for the dtf transfers! Thanks

[@YouCanTotallyMakeThat]

Sublimation is the absolute best ❤️

[@micmic0011]

@@YouCanTotallyMakeThat Thank you❤️

[@elizabethvallely4044]

WOW! Awesome video Crystal love it, thank you for sharing the proess and the tips! Hugs Liz x

[@YouCanTotallyMakeThat]

Thank you so much Liz 😃

[@yumailamanuela1581]

Hola es primer vez q veo tu video y tengo una duda esto se puede hacer con tinta de sublimacion? Gracias por contestarme.

[@YouCanTotallyMakeThat]

Muchas gracias por mirar, sí, puedes hacer esto con sublimación. 😁

[@yumailamanuela1581]

@@YouCanTotallyMakeThat muchas gracias!

[@claudia58savich]

I have the epson workforce printer, from what has been said it is pigment ink. I may have to get supplies and try this hack..

[@YouCanTotallyMakeThat]

Yay! That is awesome 🤩 happy crafting

[@carolinagrutzius1580]

Thanks for sharing this video. If I make my own design on photoshop can I still load it into the canva program?

[@Jessewhite44]

HI CAN I USE SUBLIMATION PRINTER ECOTANK TO DENIM FABRIC ? Hoping you make a content about it sublimation on denim test

[@AgataPawlak]

Amazing! You rock Crystal!

[@YouCanTotallyMakeThat]

Thank you so much Agata ❤️

[@TheTCPFC1]

My black goes a little smudgy - I'm assuming I don't let the ink jet dry before I place the powder on?

[@mzjazz5737]

Love your videos, i Learn so much!

[@YouCanTotallyMakeThat]

Glad you like them! ❤️

[@sharonking4226]

Hi Crystal thank you so much for your videos. Quick questions once you print the design and add the adhesive do you need to press it right away or can these be stored for later use? Thank you again and Happy New Year

[@HaCe-b5d]

If you want to store it for later you need to cure it, if you are going to print right away you don’t need to cure, just be careful not to touch the print while it’s uncured.

[@sharonbontreger1968]

I don't see the final results. Did the project stay on after several washings? Thanks.

[@YouCanTotallyMakeThat]

The color washed out but the black ink did not

[@conniehengesbach6828]

OMG I WILL HAVE TO TRY THIS

[@marcejosev7865]

Love your videos !!!! Are you still doing design bundles channel?

[@YouCanTotallyMakeThat]

I am not there is still 3 pre recorded videos coming on DB ❤️

[@cynthianegrete5067]

Could this hack be used on black neoprene?

[@daphnemitchell7817]

I'm so excited 🎉

[@YouCanTotallyMakeThat]

I hope you like it only 15 more minutes 🎉

[@crackshotscreenprinting]

there are dye inks and suspension inks which does your printer use? It may be different results with each.

[@tnicole5583]

How do you manage printing different colors on thr printer? Do you have to keep changing the color on the ink used in thr printer? Like if i have black and pink loaded in printer and want blue and pink, how do i go about doing that?

[@purpleflower1828]

If you are a member of Design Bundles, will we get grandfathered in?

[@YouCanTotallyMakeThat]

from what I know yes

[@erikamier2537]

Hello! Is the DTF powder being poured on the gloss side or the matte/printed side? Thank you! Very be to this!

[@YouCanTotallyMakeThat]

matte printed side

[@erikamier2537]

Thank you!

[@cathymyers7831]

Love any DIY hack video.

[@YouCanTotallyMakeThat]

Me too I love hacks

[@loriwhitten3457]

Im a bit lost. DTF color doesn't hold up on wearable materials? Only black? What about black? Thanks in advance.

[@jenniferspagnolo3735]

is there a hack for the uv dtf stickers?

[@gati2017]

Great video as usual! ❤

[@YouCanTotallyMakeThat]

Thank you!! 😊

[@EmbroideryANDBeyond]

Hey Luv Do you Have ANY RECOMMENDATION for BIGGER Film SHEETS than a 8.5x11?? ALSO I do not See WHERE your REVIEW is for the WASH TEST on the SHIRT...

[@YouCanTotallyMakeThat]

Sorry it's in the top comment. the color did wash out so it's still my recommendation to only use black for wash items and color for non wash items like tote bags unless your inkjet is pigment ink then you can wash the color. here is the link for bigger film. click the 30% coupon before you add to cart amzn.to/3MUVKPS

[@jennifermcqueary7446]

Hello Crystal! I am struggling with getting that film to load (and not jam) into my converted epson sublimated printer. I have tried the stack of paper, taping to paper and cardstock,and tape folded on the edge. I am going to order another brand of film. Is there anything else I can try. I am getting so frustrated. I love your videos, I have learned so much!

[@YouCanTotallyMakeThat]

The current film you are using does it have a glossy side (the one I use) If so yes switch to one that has a matte coating on the back like this and it should work amzn.to/3PbdNnL

[@jennifermcqueary7446]

@@YouCanTotallyMakeThat I ordered it, fingers crossed! Thank you. That makes sense.

[@jennifermcqueary7446]

The brand of film you suggested worked great! Thanks you for saving me hours of frustration ( and cussing)!

[@hinezaraujo8346]

other question please, how i can get the ICC profile for my Printer Epson ET-4850, please help me if you can thanks

[@YouCanTotallyMakeThat]

I'm working on a video coming soon

[@olubukola7]

Hi thanks for the upload. Am just wondering how inkjet printer can print "white" onto film S it does not have white inks.Thanks

[@olubukola7]

I got it now thanks for the upload ❤❤❤❤

[@YouCanTotallyMakeThat]

your welcome

[@AryaSingh-xm4re]

if we use sublimation printer and use this DTF hack then also all other colors will washout , only black will stay? i am very new and looking for some printer to buy which suits for permanent color stay with sublimation and DTF please suggest. Thank you!

[@EmilyParker-jl3cd]

do you do a repress after like you would HTV or is it good to go once peeled?

[@judismith8655]

how did it hold up in the wash??? TRying to find the wash results.

[@YouCanTotallyMakeThat]

The color washed out the black did not

[@AmberBarbour-p4g]

Can you do a video with a cute sublimation with color on like a pretty pink or blue shirt maybe? I am wondering if it would just fade into the color of the shirt and not pop?

[@YouCanTotallyMakeThat]

If the colors are the same as the shirt it will fade into the t-shirt if the design has no colors that are the same you will be good togo as long as its light blue or pink

[@jimmys511]

is there any difference between doing it like this or just using an opaque 3G paper or riser easy color?

[@carinabam5833]

Hi thank you what is the free software you said? Can a normal iron be used?

[@YouCanTotallyMakeThat]

Canva

[@patsypayne3411]

I’m trying to do the DTF on a tote bag and it doesn’t seem to stick and I have an easy press. Do I need to heat it higher than 300?

[@YouCanTotallyMakeThat]

add more pressure and yes bump it up to 320

[@mikeledee8786]

When you use HTV for dark material can any HTV work or must it be Siser? Thanks

[@YouCanTotallyMakeThat]

any HTV

[@mikeledee8786]

Thanks

[@oldheadgamer7248]

Wondering does glossy DTF film work well with inkjet printers

[@YouCanTotallyMakeThat]

Yes it does

[@LorraineCastellon-Rowe]

I freakin' L🩷VE this design!! I HAVE to have it. Joining your membership now!! Sad that the colors don't stay after washing but i can just use my sub printer for this. Great tutorial and so many useful tips!! Thank you for another fabulous video!! 🩷🩵💛🩷🩵💛🩷🩵💛

[@YouCanTotallyMakeThat]

Thank you so much for joining Welcome 🤗 Bestie

[@JoelArra89]

Hey CrystalAnn can you do this with both light and dark fabrics and is it possible to use a sublimation printer to print the dtf transfers? Was thinking get a sublimation printer but i know sublimation has its limits so thought i could try the dtf hack and print vinyl heat transfer paper as well to get the most out of the printer and have more options

[@tigerlady3107]

Are you saving the image to your files then go to Notebook or wordpad?

[@jamieartze9097]

I don't see the result of what happened when you washed the last one, the one that you did on the HTV??

[@YouCanTotallyMakeThat]

that one was a fail after the second wash

[@juanitaharris1994]

CrystalAnn, I getting so confused right might did you just use a regular ink jet printer and not a sublimation printer. My Epson printer clogged and I was shopping all morning for a printer two weeks ago I purchased a HP inkjet to make stickers what am I doing wrong?

[@darlenevenus4398]

Do you need to use the vinyl on any color shirt or just the black?

[@YouCanTotallyMakeThat]

Just the black unless its a dark color

[@darlenevenus4398]

@@YouCanTotallyMakeThat so use the offset for dark color shirts to make it stand out? Are you still on design bundles or only on your channel. I just signed up to your membership.

[@YouCanTotallyMakeThat]

@@darlenevenus4398 That is correct and yes I no longer work for Design Bundles I have 1 more vide that is pre recored with them coming out next week. But I post here now every Wednesday at 3pm CST.. Yay thank you so much

[@vivianagutierrez6367]

Hello! I bought a canon printer ts3520 and it won’t let me print larger than 4x6 or 5x7. What can I do?

[@YouCanTotallyMakeThat]

check your print settings on your machine as well as on your computer one may be set to a certain size

[@cassandras3364]

How stretchy is the design when done with DTF powder/film? Does it crack like a printable HTV will over time?

[@YouCanTotallyMakeThat]

It’s stretchy 🥳

[@cassandras3364]

@YouCanTotallyMakeThat thanks! I just ordered the powder and sheets today! I can't wait to try it out with my black inkjet ink before I get a sub printer!!

[@gourdhead22]

So cool Thanks for information. hugs Sheryl 💙🎨💙

[@YouCanTotallyMakeThat]

You are so welcome thank you 😊 hugs ❤️

[@krystalminton9899]

I have a regular HP Deskjet printer. Would that work?

[@YouCanTotallyMakeThat]

Yes with the black in if you do color do it on non wash items unless it’s pigment ink

[@chandazargo2302]

TY for all your info, greatly appreciate you!

[@YouCanTotallyMakeThat]

Your so welcome I appreciate you as well Thank you 😊

[@Lyfestylesbydanniek]

ok so my question is do u add the white background with vinyl so the black dont bleed into the design because when i did it the black bled into the design which ruined it. can u do other colored background on black or does it only work with white?

[@YouCanTotallyMakeThat]

you can do other colors just stick with light colors. it helps it pop off the black so it doesn't blend into the shirt

[@susanmulac1585]

I guess you would need a inkjet printer that uses pigment based color inks. Also wonder if a waterproof fabric spray fixative over the DTF layer prior to ironing on the HTV layer would help.

[@YouCanTotallyMakeThat]

That is correct I'm on the hunt for one now looking for an affordable one 😃 I was thinking that was well with the spray 🤔

[@christinalarsen7293]

Do you mean between the blank and the print? Or after transferring onto the blank? I would think maybe after transferring??

[@christinalarsen7293]

Have you tried the dtf hack on glass? I am wondering about using it on a glass block for my nieces wedding. Possibly with clear vinyl or laminate film??

[@YouCanTotallyMakeThat]

I haven't but I will be testing this soon