Hat Press Comparison: Which Do You Need?

There are several different ways you can make hats with HTV and sublimation. You will, however, need a hat press. My hat press comparison dives into different ways you can make hats and how to decide for your craft room or business. Do you just need an EasyPress mini? Perhaps the Cricut Hat press will do the job? Or do you need a professional hat press? I am even sharing my thoughts on the interchangeable presses with hat attachments. So, watch this video to decide on a hat press for your needs!
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0:00 Introduction
0:11 Hat Press Options
1:27 EasyPress Mini for Hats
5:33 Cricut Hat Press
8:42 Professional Hat Press
11:33 Which hat press is best?
14:37 Where to purchase
15:17 Wrap up

[@aclytle1]

You're awesome, Angie! Thank you, yet again.

[@davidspears1770]

Awesome! Thank you so much for taking the time to show us Hat Pressing Options!

[@AngieHolden]

You bet!

[@mjoyoung8578]

Thanks Angie! Love your channel.. ♥️

[@MyNailsandMorebyJohna]

great demo on these

[@LisaVornhagen]

I love videos that show product comparisons like that. It's very helpful. If I was in the business of making and selling hats I would definitely go for the large hat press. The Cricut hat press is great as well. I'm sure you could use that on other rounded surfaces besides hats. It looks like it might be easy to make that insert for the hat and then be used with the Easy Press Mini. A lot of options there. Thanks for the video!

[@AngieHolden]

Glad it was helpful!

[@suemarie6032]

Thanks for the comparison. Been watching videos and saw 2 or 3 others of yours already on heat presses. I've picked up alot of great hints. This is the first time I heard someone say they use the strong hold heat resistant tape. I saw it on Cricut's the other day.

[@AngieHolden]

Glad it was helpful!

[@user-wo2kt1by8b]

You've got skill with that EasyPress Mini!

[@lauracanales9711]

I use a wig form on a stand! It works great as a base for the mini

[@AngieHolden]

I have seen people do that!

[@bonniebccanada5113]

is that the Styrofoam head?

[@lauracanales9711]

@@bonniebccanada5113 it’s fabric covered

[@corinatrevino9745]

Very helpful information!! Thank you, now to decide what I want!! lol

[@AngieHolden]

Glad it was helpful!

[@crosstown6196]

Thank you for this comparison. Wasn’t ready to spend that much $ on hat press doing small volume of hats from time to time. The Cricuit hat press is a great option to start with that can also be used for pressing neck labels as needed. Thx again for your expertise. God bless 🙏🏽

[@boniemann]

I just purchased a Vevor hat press from Amazon….it was around the same price as the Cricut….I’m lazy, didn’t want to have to stand there and hold the Cricut while it pressed 😁

[@AngieHolden]

Glad it was helpful!

[@AngieHolden]

Being lazy is a totally legitimate reason for getting a stand along hat press!

[@boniemann]

@@AngieHolden 🤣🤣

[@lauracanales9711]

@@boniemann I also got the vevor.. I had a hard time getting hat taught on the platen, and creases on bill. So I returned it

[@Sketchrcat]

A video on making HTV sweatshirts pressing would be helpful. 😃

[@aus-rider]

The handle on the walla actually goes in the hat and pulls down, pulling the hat tight and in place.

[@AngieHolden]

HA! Maybe so?????

[@chandraanjelica5608]

Angie I love you so much. Are you a Capricorn cause I swear you always read my mind and upload the exact video I need. I also pre-ordered your book on Amazon. Can't wait for it to come in!!

[@AngieHolden]

HA! Happy to help!

[@yamationdtf3615]

Great sharing, thank you so much for the detailed informations. Thank you. Do you think the easy press mini can help transfer the DTF?

[@AngieHolden]

Not sure!

[@lisahughes3012]

i like your video😄

[@tashal7451]

Thank you so much for this! What tape are you using?

[@AngieHolden]

I like the strong heat resistant tape from Cricut for hats!

[@michbennett]

Angie can you cover structured hats with the Wala hat press. I just got it and even with the larger Platten I am still having issues with the structured hats and have researched all kinds of hacks for it. Seems many people and models of hat presses have the same issue.

[@AngieHolden]

I need to try some more!

[@taragreen7300]

Hi Angie. Thank you so much for your detailed comparison. I am curious after a year how you are still feeling about the walla hat press? It’s durability/quality etc? Before spending the money I wanted to make sure it is still meeting your expectations? I had purchased a vector one last year and returned it because the quality just wasn’t there. I may still just go with the cricut hat press but my fear is I’ll end up wanting the machine and then will have wasted my money on the circuit one. Thanks again so much.

[@AngieHolden]

I still think that a large press is the way to go for a business that will be making at ton of hats.

[@terrybingham9524]

Thanks for doing this video. So when you preheat you only need to do it for a few seconds?

[@AngieHolden]

Yep. 5 - 10 seconds max!

[@RSPe36]

What do you suggest for someone just trying to iron the creases out of hats (Mostly twill) ? Would the Cricut Hat Press Smart Heat Machine work to do that? Appreciate your help!

[@AngieHolden]

I would say the Cricut Hat Press would work.

[@DL-ir2wb]

What do you think about the happy press? Vs siser press. I would like to be able to start something at home but I don't know which machine to buy and I'm low on budget. What brand would you recommend? Greetings

[@AngieHolden]

Try this: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aZ-vgX9riLyVfNU

[@shirtgamenetwork9951]

You secured the hat incorrectly on the WALAPress

[@LeoVasquez]

Exactly, she had no idea how to explain how to use a heat press she owns.

[@lachmanmedia]

The only real great thing is the hat shape form. If only i could buy that alone..the bended Heater is not necessary

[@melody4you98]

Do you have a video tutorial how to do bracelets with faux leather? 🙂

[@AngieHolden]

I do not!

[@melody4you98]

@@AngieHolden Thanks

[@eckos2310]

Where can I get the same Tape dispenser for Circut heat tape?

[@AngieHolden]

Put a link in the description below this video.

[@taravaughn3852]

Any tips on removing sublimation bleed through on shirts? 😭 I’ve always used Gildan shirts and never had an issue with ink bleeding through to the back of the shirt, but I’m working on a large order now with Bella Canvas shirts and every single one bled through! PLEASE HELP!

[@marzbarz72]

Are you putting anything inside the shirt? Uncoated butcher paper should do the trick without causing and issues. Double it if needed. Just make sure it isn't wrinkles.

[@AngieHolden]

There isn't anything you can do after it happens. SORRY! Be sure to always put something inside.

[@taravaughn3852]

@@marzbarz72 I didn’t, but I will from now on I’ve sublimated hundreds of Gildan softstyle shirts and never had this happen until these Bella Canvas shirts.

[@jaynemansfield140]

I don’t think this was up to your usual standards. It would have been nice to see a sublimation hat compared, because there’s nearly a $300 price difference between the Wala and the Cricut hat presses. You didn’t mention cost at all.

[@AngieHolden]

I talked about sublimation hats just didn't make one in the video. Feel free to not watch!

[@cyndimcgrath4078]

I always enjoy your videos. I also think not showing sublimation (and just mentioning it) was fine. Sublimation takes much longer and would not have been time efficient. I appreciate the time you took to show the differences. I have both Cricut presses, would love the Wala...just no where to put it!😅😅😅Thank for all you do to help crafters like me make the best decisions.

[@cyndimcgrath4078]

And as far as mentioning prices go...most people realize pricing changes constantly, so it's best not to bring up pricing.

[@JoJos-Treasure-Chest]

@@AngieHolden Disappointed with your response. I have always enjoyed your videos and tutorials, but very disappointed in your response to this individual. Surprised and so disappointed!

[@shanaebolen2386]

​@Joanne Walton I mean she already did an amazing and very informative video and someone still wasn't happy and wanted more. It's a trial and error process and she's taking a lot of the guess work away and saves people a ton of money by doing what she did here. Take it or leave it!

[@HEIGHTZNYC]

You couldn't pick any other worst color then that aqua ,,my eyes hurt by just looking at it and trying to read it ,,those 2 colors don't do it but other then that good job on explaining

[@e2U]

thank you.

[@poseyjames4365]

A ceramic bowl works better that those hams.

[@LeoVasquez]

Maybe you should learn how to use the WalaPress BEFORE you make a video showing how not to use the video. Bad look.

[@logoidea4u]

OMG😂, you are holding the hat wrong!! You need to watch a tutorial of how the heat press works😂😂 , very wrong.