Everything You Need to Know About Cricut Infusible Ink on a Sublimation Mug Using a Mug Press

[@brandiquanrud3737]

I love that infusable ink is flush and washable! No more worrying about vinyl peeling off. Thanks for testing the mini for us, now we know the press is best.

[@nykilong1668]

So thankful for this video!!! I am new to infusible inks and just got a mug press. I watched another video and said 400 for 60 seconds with the mug press and it turned out awful! So, I found your video and it worked!!! Definitely the 180 seconds at 400 degrees!! My mug turned out beautiful with this technique!!! Thank you for your video!!

[@paulas3803]

I wonder if you could put it in a toaster oven after pressing the decal down firmly.

[@KarleyHall]

Yes! You can! Secure it down with either a mug wrap, shrink wrap, or tape. Make sure it’s a convection oven. You’ll need to bake it for around 10-12 minutes depending on the oven :)

[@donnajacobs4492]

Hi Karley, can I put the mug back in the mug press to add another colour say on top off and around the black to produce a two coloured logo? Very new to this only got my Cricut machine last week. Thanks for the videos.

[@NIce-yk1ee]

So happy to see this. Not sure why, but I never thought about this on a mug. I hate using vinyl on glasses/mugs.

[@xavierv6877]

I agree. It feels unprofessional and peels in dishwasher

[@graphicwarehousellcpassion3194]

Question for you. I am is Etched cream on beer mugs. Looks great but I want to ink it to be more opaque like adding color ink to it but will not wash off. Any ideas?

[@LorraineCastellon-Rowe]

Absolutely awesome !!! This is a game changer for me. I've been wanting something that is permanent on mugs and this is it!!! My husband might not be so excited when I tell him I want a mug press though. 🤣🤣🤣 Thank you so much for sharing all the tips to create a beautiful mug!!! Love this video!!💗💗💗

[@GlossyxAurora]

Hello, I love you video. I’m having a hard time setting my mug pressor. If you don’t mind. Can you explain in a video how to set your mug pressor? Thanks

[@Letyrr07]

first time watching you, i am new in this thing and I love it. I will love to learn ho to do it. thanks for sharing .

[@anisah7438]

Do these last in the dishwasher. What care instructions would you give. Also would you recommend the easy press machine?

[@KarleyHall]

They are dishwasher and microwave safe. I love the easypress for almost every other project-- just not infusible ink/ sublimation on mugs :)

[@lorraineirvine8315]

Thank you for this video! I just bought a heat press but I don't have a sublimation printer yet (not in the budget right now!). I was trying to figure out how I can do sublimation without a sub printer and you just answered that question for me - yay!

[@kayleigh7033]

Not sure if this is even possible but could you tape it as usual and put the mug in the oven for a few minutes? Sounds silly I know but if the heat is high on the mug press then I’m thinking the oven would work quite well? I’m looking at starting up an Etsy shop later this year and looking into the different things the circuit can do 😊 looks awesome though!!!!

[@KarleyHall]

Yes- this will work, but you should not use the oven you cook with! The gas will coat your oven and then cool back into an ink. Each time you hear your oven, the ink will turn into a gas and coat your food. A lot of people use a convection toaster oven dedicated to sublimation with a mug wrap :)

[@carolewarren9374]

I think your videos are great. I have a question, if I don’t have a mug press, can it be put in the oven at 400 degrees?

[@KarleyHall]

I don’t recommend using an oven you cook in, but if you buy a convection toaster oven that you don’t plan to cook in, yes! You’ll just need to buy a mug wrap :)

[@lourdesnaulty9671]

Would this make it microwave and dishwasher safe? If not, is there a way to make it dishwasher and microwave safe?

[@KarleyHall]

Yes! They are both microwave and dishwasher safe!

[@evamooney2953]

Will any oil based marker work for this?

[@KarleyHall]

No this is sublimation.

[@mrsdizi1234]

I tried the 3 minutes and it seemed to have imprinted the transfer sheet also onto the mug, not sure what happened :( there was yellow lines and also the cricut infusible ink logo shows on the mug.

[@cynthiaolsen4377]

Did the KH on the bottom of the mini press mug transfer after you had it in the mug press?

[@KarleyHall]

Nope :( It needs to have the heating element directly on it to transfer.

[@melotopia]

How long would recommend letting your mug cool before removing the everything? I use a silicone wrap and bake my mugs, but I didnt know if how long you wait made a difference in the design.

[@Julieveferguson]

I'm so excited I found your channel from watching Makers Gonna Make!! Actually just found Tanner too, super excited to have a consistent place to go and learn more about my machine. Thanks!!

[@ssergeant9682]

couple of questions. I don't have a mug press so I will have to use the mug wrap and a conventional oven. do you have any suggestions of time and temp sublimating a mug using those tools? many use a convection toaster type oven, but I only have a standard electric oven that I can use. I don't want to use my everyday oven for this process. would I still have to use the butcher paper on top of the cricut clear? when using the cricut paper - does that differ in time/temp from sublimation prints on sub paper or bright white paper?

[@KarleyHall]

I'd recommend a small convection toaster oven just used for infusible ink and sublimation. Time and temperature will depend on the oven, unfortunately.

[@KamaleshwarMorjal]

so awesome and informative. i am curious what happened to the one at the bottom after the mug was heated a bit in the press. the base isn't directly treated but it does get a little hot varying radially.

[@b1blazin13]

How about a regular iron? Would that work w/o the purchase of a press?

[@KarleyHall]

A regular iron will not get hot enough :(

[@Midnight29]

hey there I was just wondering I have been trying out the infusible ink on Mugs however I come across an issue. I'm not sure what is causing it exactly but sometimes the grid marks from the sheets transfer as well as the ink. I do however use a different method. I use silicone wraps and the oven since I don't have a press. A lot of the times they work perfectly except for a few light brown grid marks. any ideas why this might be happening?

[@KarleyHall]

I got the grid marks when I put mine in a sublimation oven too! The ink off the transfer carrier sheet is transferring. So I trim mine down and then tape it on and I haven’t had the grid issue since then!

[@Midnight29]

@@KarleyHall Thank you so much I was worried it might be something more complex. I will give that a shot.

[@mrsaleanelson2241]

I actually was able to apply Infusible Ink onto a stainless steel tumbler using my Mini Press, it literally took me about 8 hours to complete as each area I pressed on high for 2:45 and it was a full wrap around. It was a true labor of love lol, but I wanted to see if it would really work or not.

[@hannastocksick7395]

How would you add the brand sticker on the bottom of the mug with the mug press?

[@KarleyHall]

I wouldn't add a sticker since these are microwave and dishwasher safe as is.

[@frankruiz3113]

Can you microwave a mug after using the infusable ink ?

[@KarleyHall]

Yes!

[@frankruiz3113]

@@KarleyHall ty For Replying ill definitely be looking into it.

[@shandacoleman8902]

I wondered if infusible ink would work on mugs! Thanks for testing this for us!

[@dgjrllrivera0610]

Marley, great video. I have to say one of the things I struggle with is all the different products, vinyls, etc out there, sometimes its a bit confusing on which product to use for which item, shirt, etc. I am glad you answered one of my main questions "can it go to the microwave?" Tks. The product you used was infusable ink? Correct? Was this a Cricut product? Or from where. Again great video.

[@jamiegendron7922]

I didn't see the link for the mugs you used. Can you repost it? Thank you

[@pattishelton3169]

I have trouble cutting infusible ink with my brother scan and cut?

[@Lrow3]

Can you do the coasters with the mini press?

[@Zennie371]

Is there a way for the letters to adhere to glitter? I glittered a wine bottle from top to bottom then attempted to stick the letters on. It didn't work. Help.😫😫😫😫 Appreciate any help.

[@KarleyHall]

I would recommend a thin coat of epoxy over your glitter.

[@marycody5619]

What else can you use infusible ink on??

[@gloriagrantham8674]

I don't have a mug press but saw someone else do it in the oven - could that also work with the invisible marker/pen?

[@jasmingarcia9841]

Hi I just bought the cricut maker but I was wondering in order to make mugs, shirts, cups, etc would I need to buy the press cricut ( not sure what it’s called )

[@uyendang4155]

Can we use the heat gun to transfer the heat?

[@Nene_2015]

Hi can u tell me which mug press u used thank u love ur video

[@KarleyHall]

Mug Press: amzn.to/3bLqlvB Mugs: amzn.to/3cR9cAs Here you go!

[@ambersmith2358]

Hi would the infused ink work images like dog face or just lettering

[@janineweller8371]

Is infusible ink microwave safe ? Or dishwasher safe ? Just asking because I know vinyl isn’t . Thanks

[@iamsunflower2011]

I hope the mini easy press works because I just got one

[@KarleyHall]

It works great on several projects! I just don't recommend it for this one use case. I used infusible ink on a stuffed animal with it and it transferred perfectly.

[@samiyahstoysandslimebattle8054]

Hi, can you tell my what font you used for the design?

[@KarleyHall]

The link is in the video description! For whatever reason I can’t post the links in comments!

[@hannastocksick7395]

How about stickers? I’d like to make stickers for my hydro flask and needed to be waterproof. Would that work? Thx

[@KarleyHall]

Check out this tutorial! kzbin.info/www/bejne/iZDLeWhuZtmdbK8

[@deeg1616]

Thanks for the video but I had an issue with my cup having some brown spots and I was wondering if you have any tips

[@scrapping5]

Where do you get the coffee mugs to use with infusible ink?

[@KarleyHall]

Everything is linked in the video description!

[@aliyahsimmons987]

What fonts did you use ?? I love !

[@KarleyHall]

It's an image in Design Space! You can click on the video description to see the exact image in Design Space.

[@NotaGoblin91]

Do you have to use sublimation mugs for this to work? Or is it just better to use the special mugs?

[@KarleyHall]

Yes, sublimation mugs are necessary for this to work! Mug Press: amzn.to/3bLqlvB Mugs: amzn.to/3cR9cAs

[@CleverGirlsCraft]

I really appreciate you taking the time to do this comparison video. I just bought the easy press mini thinking I might be able to do mugs and after watching this I know I can’t. Thank you!!

[@KarleyHall]

I'm not sure why this video flagged all the comments as spam, so I am just seeing them now! You can use the mini easypress with htv on a mug, however I recommend permanent vinyl over HTV for mugs!

[@muhammadkobir360]

How would you do the bottom of the mug where you had your initials?

[@ssharp11]

Do you think infusible ink with the mini and the shrink wrappers would work? Excellent tips and tutorial. Thank you. Wishing you a super week. Hugs Susan

[@stelabras1118]

Can you wash these mugs in the dishwasher after adding your image?

[@KarleyHall]

Yep! They are completely permanent!

[@marymansfield4744]

looks like cricut changed the carrier sheet, mine doesn't have the lines to help position it

[@brendaaceves7678]

Can I use my infusible ink pens instead of the infusible ink rolls????

[@KarleyHall]

Yes!

[@loveemarie4740]

Can you tell me the name brand/style of the mug press you are using?

[@KarleyHall]

Mug Press: amzn.to/3bLqlvB Mugs: amzn.to/3cR9cAs Here you go!

[@bdhagins74]

This video was AWESOME! Can you let us know what brand of mug heat press machine you are using?

[@KarleyHall]

Mug Press: amzn.to/3bLqlvB Mugs: amzn.to/3cR9cAs Here are the links to both products used in this video :)

[@lopezpreciado2012]

Thank you for a great video what brand is your mug press ? Thank you 😊

[@KarleyHall]

Everything is linked in the video's description!

[@Jen.E]

Wow! I didn't know infusable ink worked like that. Does the mug press work on tumblers?

[@KarleyHall]

amzn.to/3bLqlvB Yes-- this one has a conical attachment too!

[@Cadcurtis]

Just curious did the initials on bottom ever transfer?

[@KarleyHall]

They did not transfer.

[@28moodymandy]

I’ve used the mini for HTV in a cup and it works great x

[@KarleyHall]

Yes! HTV and the mini work great. HTV transfers at a mug lower heat point :)

[@angelanecole785]

I am so behind.. 🤔I didnt know there was a mug heat press??? Do they have tumbler heat presses too???🤔

[@KarleyHall]

The mug press I use in this video has a tumbler attachment.

[@cindypearo]

Can you do this on clear glass?

[@jsmedina777]

Can you please send me the link to were you got the mugs? My wife is just now getting into making coffee mugs and we have tried several different types of mugs and they aren’t working. Thank you

[@KarleyHall]

Everything is linked in the video description for your convenience 😍

[@tinamoran3773]

Could u try a regular iron I only have a big iron press

[@KarleyHall]

A regular iron will not work. They don’t get hot enough.

[@loopyluna1]

Can I do this without a mug press?

[@KarleyHall]

Yes. You can use a stand alone convention oven and mug wrap. Please do not use the oven you cook food in as your food should not be exposed to sublimation gas.

[@itzeldominguez6687]

Loved this font! What is the name of it?

[@KarleyHall]

The design is linked in the video description :) It'll take you to the exact project!

[@simsimkitchen2086]

Thanks that was helpful where did you get the paper from ?

[@floydpersons9441]

Just a question if I was to make these mugs to sell in a craft show what would you price the mug at?

[@nicole.readandrescue]

What are the fonts used on these mugs? Thank you so much! I was wondering if there was another way to do mugs without the mug press.

[@tannist1247]

Hello! What mug press do you have?

[@KarleyHall]

Everything is linked in the video description!

[@bkkorner]

How do I press 11 oz. Mugs? What size do I use?

[@lori-annwojcik1332]

Can you use this method with a stainless steel mug or tumbler?

[@KarleyHall]

You can use this method with any mug/ tumbler that is coated for sublimation.

[@ssergeant9682]

I have been sublimating my mugs in a black/decker airfryer oven at 400 (not using the air feature) for approx 13 minutes. would you think the cricut infusible would 'cook' for about the same amount of time? I first wrap the design, then add butcher paper - then wrap with a silicone mug wrap. do I need to do something differently using the cricut infusible product?

[@KarleyHall]

If you are sublimating already, I don't think you need infusible ink. Sublimation is the way to go!

[@swede67horn71]

Hi Karley, I have watched your video a couple of times. I purchased the same mug press and sublimation mugs. I have followed your instructions, did the 5 minutes and longer, but the infusible ink is not transferring. I have pressed with and without butcher paper, I cleaned the mugs with rubbing alcohol, let it dry, wiped the mug down. I am not sure what else I need to do. Any suggestions? I would love to make personalized mugs as part of my crafts. Thank you! Kristina

[@KarleyHall]

Which mugs did you purchase? Some mugs will show up as sublimation mugs in the search, but they are not actually coated!

[@janicestickles8214]

Once your mug is done, can you later go back and add something to the back or will that screw up the front you did earlier?

[@KarleyHall]

You can go back and add another design, but I prefer to apply all designs all at once.

[@geekemedia]

I didnt realize infusable ink worked on mug. I'm so happy this is epic yes

[@czondag]

Possible to put it in an oven to stick it on a mug?

[@janicestickles8214]

How can you tell if it’s a sublimation mug if they’re random on a shelf in a store.? I know you can purchase them specially as sublimation mugs

[@KarleyHall]

They need to be marked specifically for sublimation. :)

[@SilverwolfNight]

In the mug press did the bottom get heated enough to transfer any ink?

[@KarleyHall]

Unfortunately not!

[@TSmith-vk3pu]

I've done sublimation in the past. Those inks do have an issue with UV lights, so might be cautious about leaving out in the sunlight-FYI. Wonder if a heat gun would have worked on the bottom?? Also with sublimation you can buy mug wraps and put them in an oven.

[@KarleyHall]

I don’t recommend using a mug wrap in an oven you cook in. But I have used a mug wrap in a convection over specifically designated for sublimation. I haven’t seen an issue with any UV wear and tear with any of my sublimation projects. We made a garden flag on a sublimation blank and it did not fade. I’ll have to look into that and see what other people have experienced! Thanks for the heads up!

[@crystalbee7654]

What is infusible ink and where would I get it?

[@KarleyHall]

You can get it by clicking on the video description! All supplies are linked to make things easy peasy!

[@Veronica-xz1fd]

What kind mug press do u use ?

[@KarleyHall]

Everything is linked in the video description and on www.amazon.com/shop/karley.hall

[@Veronica-xz1fd]

@@KarleyHall thank you for ur time ! Very informative video I enjoyed watching

[@christinereyna5386]

will it wash off in the dish washer?

[@KarleyHall]

Nope! Microwave and dishwasher safe!

[@andreaflowers9448]

Okay I have a silly dumb question! Is it possible to place the mug in the oven as a way to do the infusible ink?

[@KarleyHall]

Not a dumb question! In all of the sublimation forums it’s not recommended to sublimate in an oven you cook in. So you’d need a stand alone convection toaster oven. When the ink transfer to a mug, it turns into a gas and you don’t want that coating your oven and eventually coating your food.

[@Kso813]

Thank you so much for video!! Which brand and model mug press machine are you using? Or any specific models or functions you recommend?

[@KarleyHall]

Mug Press: amzn.to/3bLqlvB Mugs: amzn.to/3cR9cAs Here are the links to the exact products I used in the video! I love mug presses that accommodate for different sized mugs.

[@lisacano5234]

Thank you for this video. I just purchased the press and some mugs from Amazon.

[@tresmariasg2523]

Hi Karley I’m a newbie in to this, just wondering if that is a dishwasher safe? Thank you .

[@KarleyHall]

Yes! Dishwasher and microwave safe!

[@saglikliyasamtarzi]

Where do you find a "infusable mug"?

[@KarleyHall]

Any mug that is designed for sublimation will work with cricut infusible ink.

[@brenda1braun]

How did the bottom come out at the end ?

[@KarleyHall]

It did not transfer!

[@tomgibbs8809]

What about trying it in your oven?

[@maricelacarrera6154]

Can we make with cricut air 2

[@KarleyHall]

Yep!

[@Juicebodysoul]

Sorry if I missed it, but how did you know what size to make it?

[@KarleyHall]

I use a measuring tape and measure the area I want to cover on the mug :)

[@cnlbrett]

I had no idea the infusable ink would work on ceramic. Thank You for your trial and error.

[@KarleyHall]

It worked on coated ceramic-- make sure to look for blanks optimized for sublimation :)

[@kentharris7427]

Instead of using a mug press couldn't I just stick the mug into a toaster over for 3 minutes? Or does the Mug press put pressure on the mug while it is transferring the letters to the mug?

[@KarleyHall]

If you use a toaster oven dedicated to crafts (don't want to cook food in it if you do this), you'll need a mug wrap.

[@tracieminor5582]

Hi what mug press did you use?

[@KarleyHall]

Mug Press: amzn.to/3bLqlvB Mugs: amzn.to/3cR9cAs

[@debbyfloyd3592]

Hi Karley, Love this tut. Two questions 1) you mention the mug having a special surface for the process, what is that surface or type of mug? 2) I love the font in the words "need" & "now". Could you share the font name? Thank you

[@KarleyHall]

Everything is linked in the video description including a link to my project canvas where you can get the image :)

[@LoveLove-sz9fr]

can you do it on glass?

[@arlenesalmeron8325]

why does my machine cut all the way through i saw your doesnt made it super hard to peel off

[@KarleyHall]

It may be your blade. If you recently replaced it, there are some blades that are a little too long and will cause issues.

[@safi270]

How do you use the pens?

[@candlegoddess]

is it only for letters and words? What if we want to infuse a picture on a mug?

[@KarleyHall]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/roqUgJmNd8aFq7M you’d want to follow this tutorial!

[@sworley1956]

Where did you purchase that specific heat press mug?

[@KarleyHall]

Mug Press: amzn.to/3bLqlvB Mugs: amzn.to/3cR9cAs Here you go!

[@loettawilliams3023]

I am not sure if I even heard you mention that you have to have a sublimated mug, to use that paper on , in this video?

[@KarleyHall]

You need sublimation mugs for this to work :) Mug Press: amzn.to/3bLqlvB Mugs: amzn.to/3cR9cAs

[@erickvanhofwegen5298]

where do you get the mug press

[@KarleyHall]

Mug Press: amzn.to/3bLqlvB Mugs: amzn.to/3cR9cAs