How To Seal Vinyl on a Starbucks Cup!

[@lil-ean1515]

when doing the first layer, can you add glitter while it dries and then apply the second coat to seal it?

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

If you want to add glitter you can, just make sure your other layers after the glitter are pretty thick

[@micki630]

Thank you for this video, I have been searching for this specific video on how to seal a plastic cup

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

Glad it was helpful!

[@andrewbrown1148]

Hi thank you so much for the knowledge. I have a question, could I use that to seal custom pens so the vinyl doesn’t feel raised? I don’t want to be able to feel the vinyl.

[@januaryhowell4497]

Can you use this on both Starbucks cups, the plastic basic one like in this video and the double wall tumbler? As well as on the metal tumblers?

[@JessicaSanchez-yy5xf]

I’m just starting to seal and looking at purchasing the minwax. Is there a difference between the crystal clear topcoat and the protective finish? Or can I use either???

[@ruthbutler6725]

I have a Starbucks hot cup I'm now going to seal! Thanks for the video, by the way! And try your chai tea latte with no water and some mocha pumps...tastes like a cinnamon spiced hot chocolate! Thanks my drink!

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

Thanks for the tip! Sounds delish!

[@asdf-JKLL]

What could I use to seal my Starbucks cups if I prefer a MATTE finish instead of satin? Any ideas? 🤔 Love your content!! It’s been so helpful!!

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

Get the same product just in matte :) amzn.to/2NywsvR

[@lauraceja662]

Thaank youu soo much great info this is exactly what my husband said!! About the vynal being not 100% permanent BECAUSE they can pick at it!!

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

You're so welcome, Laura!

[@Michelle_Scott.]

OMG!! You're a savior!! I just bought 10 of these cups and almost just threw them out! i have that polycrylic so I'm I'm fixing to use that now!!

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

Yay!! Best of luck!

[@brookeragsdale2549]

Im about to start foing things on my cups 🤔😍 thank you sooo much for this video!

[@imogen8983]

How did it go? I’m thinking of sealing my tumblrs like this but heard it peels :/

[@micki630]

I’m doing my project with a waterslide but I want to use this technique to seal it. Once I put the waterslide decal on do I have to wait to three days before putting this acrylic on or can I put it on right away? Thanks in advance

[@staceyb804]

Can u use minwax sealer on a matte black plastic cup?

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

If you want to, but be warned on darker colors like that, you will see the brush strokes on the cup more!

[@teresavitorino]

Could I still seal the plastic cups if I made then a few months a go?

[@daisyr2774]

Would love to learn and make one of these cups but this sounds so toxic to use. Does it leach through the cup onto the liquid in the cup when using?

[@kimberlyweaver8886]

Can you use this on color changing cups as well or would you suggest something else

[@teamedward71197tp]

how do you prevent streaking from happening?

[@kelliereyes]

does this also work when using glitter/shimmer circuit vinyl? & will it keep the shine that the vinyl has?

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

It will work on glitter without compromising the finish :)

[@ironice26]

thank you so much. You have saved me so much time and material

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

You are so welcome!

[@shontesmith2439]

Hey is there a way to purchase the Starbucks cups in bulk or do you just buy them from Starbucks restaurants?

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

Not really bulk, but we get ours off Amazon! amzn.to/3pots3c

[@Theresa7373]

Of you go in store they are so much cheaper

[@weesaboyd3496]

Do you know if this procedure would work on a Yeti cup? Mine is white powder coated and I’ve added my name several times but it peels off very easily. Thank you for your great videos!

[@lisawoodhead7609]

Wondering the same thing. So far the vinyl has stayed on without any kind of finish, but would love to seal them with something other than the epoxy method.

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

Yes, here's the video we have on sealing a tumbler: kzbin.info/www/bejne/al6kZpuNnqp0esk

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

Yes, here's the video we have on sealing a tumbler: kzbin.info/www/bejne/al6kZpuNnqp0esk

[@feliciareason6937]

Thank you for your video! I have had such high hopes for using polycrylic as a sealer on cups, mugs, etc, but every time the items are gently handwashed under lukewarm water, the polycrylic peels right off (most of the items were washed under the 28 day cure time and a few with the cure time complete). Is there something you'd suggest? Perhaps a different approach?

[@annes.9963]

I have the same thing happen with dishwasher safe mod podgy. Waiting for someone to reply to this 😊

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

Make sure you wait the full cure time :) Also, it's best to seal the entire cup/mug :)

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

Make sure you wait the full cure time :) Also, it's best to seal the entire cup/mug :)

[@feliciareason6937]

Thank you@@MakersGonnaLearn ! There have been some cups I've sealed entirely with polycrylic (thin layers), have waited the full cure time, and they still do this bubbling up thing when handwashed gently... Do you have any suggestions for maneuvering that?

[@PolishedBeauty]

​@@feliciareason6937 Do you live in a humid environment? I had the same problem when I lived in FL, it was soo frustrating 😔. My chemist friend recommended that I use a hair dryer to dry the polycrylic and it worked!! I applied one thin layer over the whole cup, let it sit for 10 mins, then sat the cup under a hair dryer on cold for 10 mins, applied another thin layer, thin sit the cup back under the dryer for another 2 hrs. Then I let it sit in a CLOSED cabinet, unbothered for 3 wks. Also, don't wash your cups with Dawn or Ajax, I use a plant based dish soap.

[@zicaKpablo]

Does it peel or flakes after drying? Does it work on color changing cups?

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

It will not peel or flake if applied and dried properly. It will hinder the cups' color changing ability.

[@sahilysaldana5123]

Do you recommend to use this method in a holographic vynil design in a color changing cup similar the starbucks cup?

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

This can work for that, yes :)

[@michelamatos9261]

Thank you for sharing!

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

Of course!

[@tina615r]

Is this technique for plastic only? Can it be used the same way on acrylic cups, stainless steel cups, and mugs?

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

We have separate videos for that. Use this same method on acrylic cups. Mugs: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qIPMhImLnaqIl5o . Stainless Steel: kzbin.info/www/bejne/al6kZpuNnqp0esk .

[@ekic6892]

I'm a newbie, making cups with permanent vinyl... Do I need to seal them? And which one I need to use to seal them

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

It's not a necessity. They will last a good long time with hand washing and being dried immediately after watching, but if you want them to last longer, sealing is a good option :)

[@jillpoitras9515]

The Polyacrylic is better to use then Mod Pod, on those kind of cups? The Mod Pod better for cups and glasses? and Polyacrylic on plastic?

[@rochellehyman2241]

Hello there, this is very interesting. I have this product but it’s a clear gloss finish. Would I be able to use it to seal with?

[@theberryfamily7399]

My question is when they wash the the cup will they be about to wash the outside before the 28 days and also does the seal have a sting smell that you will need to wear a mask?

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

it's recommended not to use it at all before the 28 day cure time is up. No, the smell is not strong

[@simplylydia]

I just personalized one of these cups with permanent vinyl... I didnt know i needed to seal it. Is this something that I need to do? Or will it be ok as is?

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

it will extend the life of your cup, but it's not a must if you don't want to :) Just make sure you hand wash only and dry it quickly and it will last quite a long time.

[@ZinaMay278]

I recently purchased plastic water bottles that are clear. I noticed that the sealer changes the cup from being clear to opaque(frosted)? Is there something else I could use?

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

Unfortunately there is no crystal clear sealer asides from some epoxyies that you can use. This is why we don't recommend sealing anything clear/glass.

[@beatrizjimenez5272]

I have the polycyclic clear gloss would that work too ??

[@storminnorman9_]

I think so! She said whichever sealer just make sure it’s water based (:

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

yes, our friend is correct!

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

Thanks for answering!

[@beatrizjimenez5272]

Thank you !

[@storminnorman9_]

@@MakersGonnaLearn I love to help and love y’all 🥰

[@melisalove6965]

can i use it with rhinestone and will it take away the shine to the rhinestones ??

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

Rhinestones aren't the best choice for cups like this. If you used them, you would need to seal them pretty heavily and for that we'd recommend epoxy.

[@zombiefanatic8511]

What if I wrapped the entire cup with decals ? Can I still seal ? Also I have clear matte of this brand is that ok? It’s not satin

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

Yes we use clear matte too :) You can cover the whole cup!

[@victoriageorges6909]

Hi! Thank you for this helpful video! Can this same seal be used on black matte cups? or will there be some discoloration?

[@MonisVibeTribe]

That’s what I was wondering as well.

[@mikylaandres8817]

Have the same question as well.

[@Farahwd]

I tried to seal my coaster with that sealer and same brushes u using it showed a lot of lines on it after drying is there any way to fix this?

[@nikkilope5285]

When brushing on the polycrylic, after you stand it up and it drips, how do you fix this issue?

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

It should not drip. If so, your coat is too heavy :) No way to fix it once it dry! If wet, you can use alcohol on a paper towel to remove the drips

[@nikkilope5285]

Hmm than mine is ruined 😩 I’ll try again. Thank you so SO much for getting back to me. I greatly appreciate it!

[@ashleyherrerapineda2223]

I clicked on the Amazon link and it shows a different one not exactly like the one you have. It says premium water base is that still okay? And thank you so much for this video it really helps..

[@nicoleproctor8608]

Would this work for the yetit tumblers?

[@Jaemejia97]

Would this work for the clear double walled Starbucks cups?

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

If it's crystal clear, we don't recommend sealing those! kzbin.info/www/bejne/eHelm4OVm7doY5Y

[@josephinechung24]

So would u recommend this for an clear acrylic tumbler? And would I have to wait 28 days before I could use the tumbler?

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

We don't recommend sealing anything that's clear. We have a video all about why we don't recommend it: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eHelm4OVm7doY5Y , but to summarize, no matter what sealer you choose it will show on the clear cup. You will see fogging, clouding, and brush strokes of the product you used.

[@imogen8983]

@@MakersGonnaLearn so you wouldn’t recommend sealing clear cold tumblrs? I want to ensure my designs stay put for as long as possible and this seems great but then you say you wouldn’t recommend sealing clear tumblrs? Any help would be much appreciated

[@lisataylor8525]

Can these be spray painted and polyacrylic finish

[@aprilwhalen5275]

Have you tried the spray? Was wondering if it worked well.

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

It does not apply a thick or even enough coat. We do not recommend spraying the cup, but using the brush on formula is the best choice.

[@lishaab]

So that means if I make one of these for a customer- I would do this to seal it, & then wait 28 days before giving it to them? I’m new to all this, sorry! I’ve been wondering how to seal the SB cups I have

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

If you're selling these you don't HAVE to seal them, or you can ship them with a note letting the customer know you sealed it and that it needs "X" more days to fully cure before being used :)

[@lishaab]

I haven’t sold any yet, was just curious if I did . As I haven’t so far bc I know from my own that the vinyl comes off easier an faster than i thought. Thank you for the help!

[@nancyg78]

Such a great video 🤩 one question about if you are giving this cups as gifts should the person wait to use them???

[@ericadiaz6013]

Is their a sealer that is faster or safer ?

[@jessicaperez1042]

Does the orange modPoge spray work to ?

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

We don't recommend spray sealer for this. The spray just doesn't apply the same nice even coats and better seal that occurs by brushing a sealer on :)

[@AileenLeyba]

Thanks for asking this I was thinking about using that too

[@makennajustice5174]

My starbucks wash’s the cups just a bit be fore using them. Will this work so my vinyl won’t come off? I got the water based semi-gloss if that matters. Just wondering. Also does this work for the stainless steel cups?

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

Yes, that would help your cup last longer :) Yes, it does work for stainless steel!

[@brookewells4011]

Can you use this same process on strata cups?

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

Sure! :)

[@gabrielleheminger9734]

brooke, how did it work for you?

[@stephaniem2049]

I know you're getting a lot of the same questions and the food safe rule is 28 days BUT do you think it would be OK to drink from a sealed starbucks cup with the straw and wash by hand before the 28 days?

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

Unfortunately we just don't recommend using the cup before the 28 days are up. It would stink to compromise the seal because we wanted to use it early (which I understand, I'm so impatient! lol).

[@lachondranevins8670]

Can I glue bling on top of the design once I have sealed it?

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

You would need to do it before sealing

[@lachondranevins8670]

@@MakersGonnaLearn Won't that dull the shine of the rhinestones?

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

@@lachondranevins8670 If you want to do it after, We suggest not sealing at all :) Use something like E6000 that will be a more permanent adhesive for the rhindstones!

[@rosesantos3146]

I have a question. Can you use this product for an acrylic starbucks cup?

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

Hello! We don't recommend applying any sealer to clear cups because you will be able to see the brush strokes.

[@Wendy-fx3zn]

@@MakersGonnaLearn thanks for the video! I am confused, isnt the cup you put the sealer on a clear acrylic starbucks cup?

[@RoxxStr]

Wendy that’s not an acrylic cup. The poster asked about clear acrylic cups. The clear cold cups won’t show streaks as bad because of the texture

[@TheStb0428]

Can you use the spray version?

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

We don't recommend spray sealer for this. The spray just doesn't apply the same nice even coats and better seal that occurs by brushing a sealer on :)

[@esmii8]

@@MakersGonnaLearn no spray sealer recommended on any plastic cup ??

[@leaalvarez9804]

Is there different cleaning care instructions for the polycyclic?

[@123rororose]

Okay so you can use this on plastic but not glass right cause I saw a video of you guys saying its not good on glass

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

it's not good on anything clear because you can see the brush strokes of the sealer.

[@123rororose]

@@MakersGonnaLearn okay so tumbler and the plastic starbuck cup are fine i have to try this

[@kaylakuzma1714]

I have a girl wanting a cup by tomorrow if I used this to seal the design in the cup would she beable to drink out of it once it has dried?

[@kaylakuzma1714]

If not what could I use that's a fast sealer

[@adalbertodominguez4128]

What it seems like such an easy process. And I would love to seal all the cups I make. Another thing is that I have noticed that the cups I seal with epoxy is that they start to peel. And I've been so discouraged to seal em now. I love this! Thank you

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

Thanks for the info! Glad you enjoyed the video

[@SM-cg5mu]

This starts to peel too sadly

[@parkerabbott2189]

I saw on one of the resin manufacturer's sites that resin doesn't bond well to plastic and will peel, but if you apply something for it to grip on, such as spray on mod podge, that it won't peel. Dunno if it's true, but might work better

[@adalbertodominguez4128]

@@parkerabbott2189 I saw that too. That's exactly what i have started to do. Thank you so much

[@parkerabbott2189]

@@adalbertodominguez4128 glad it's working for you!

[@laurenmajor-martin3879]

Can you use the same polycyclic on a stainless cup w vinyl?

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

Here you go: kzbin.info/www/bejne/al6kZpuNnqp0esk

[@lishaab]

Will the polycrylic gloss work?

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

We don't like it as much, but it will work. Make sure it's water-based!

[@lishaab]

Thank you! I do have the waterbased gloss polycrylic on hand.

[@l.danielle.104]

How long do you have to wait to use the cup once you seal it?

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

28 Days. Here's some info: kzbin.info/www/bejne/sIfTk4urZaZ8qrs

[@l.danielle.104]

@@MakersGonnaLearn thank you

[@asherzz2472]

can you use clear gloss? or just satin?

[@deepee55]

So what is the curing time 28 days or 48 hours? On a previous video she mentioned 48 hours about a day or two of curing time?

[@laceysaxon3225]

thank you!!!

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

You're welcome!

[@secyrivera9621]

Can I do this on a color changing cup??

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

You can :)

[@secyrivera9621]

@@MakersGonnaLearn thank you!!

[@erinjrivera88]

How about a heat color changing cup?

[@tiannapritchard1322]

Do you have to seal the vinyl

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

No, you don't HAVE to seal it! It will last a good long time without sealing it if you hand wash it and dry it immediately. Good Luck!

[@madithorpe7328]

Hi! Thanks so much for this helpful video, I’m new here! I have black tumblers I want to seal, will this sealant show up on it ? The cups are matte black.

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

Here's the video you're looking for :) kzbin.info/www/bejne/al6kZpuNnqp0esk

[@kristinefernandez7751]

What other surfaces can we use this on?

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

Tons of them!! Feel free to use it on anything you want to seal :)

[@kaylah9257]

Can you use spray polyacrylic?

[@schay54]

Do you have to wait 28 days before giving this as a gift?

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

Not really. After a few days you can give it, but make sure to include a note that says not to use it for however many days. Good Luck!

[@schay54]

@@MakersGonnaLearn omg thank you so much for answering! I love you guys!

[@kathykelch4202]

Can this product work on the Venti double layered tumblers?

[@emmadietrich1578]

Could you use polyurethane instead of polycrylic?

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

We don't recommend spray sealer for this. The spray just doesn't apply the same nice even coats and better seal that occurs by brushing a sealer on :)

[@emmadietrich1578]

Polyurethane also come in a container like polycrylic.

[@katherinegarcia5158]

Can you use this on print and cut vinyl?

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

Sure, you can :)

[@lauraceja662]

I fo have a question is epoxy safe on plastic water bottle??

[@andrealazo1548]

hey does mod podge work as well ? or do you recommend this one more ?

[@da2haviland]

She said she didn't recommend it, but it doesn't Dry as clear.

[@andrealazo1548]

@@da2haviland thank you!

[@leaalvarez9804]

Would this work as an alternative to brite tone?

[@rachaelfusco182]

If I am giving this as a gift, I have to wait 28 days to give it as a gift/use?

[@robloxginger5285]

This is probably a dumb question, but will applying that stuff affect color changing cups? I would think not but I just don’t want to ruin my favorite cup

[@brigettethackerneale5965]

Newbie here. Can this be used for print then cut vinyl also?

[@tristannwhittaker8323]

I used the polycrylic water based version and my first customer said it totally came off of their cup ? Any thoughts on what I did wrong ?

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

Make sure the cup is really clean before applying it! Make sure the coats are thin. Most importantly, make sure they wait the full 28 days for the cup to fully cure before using :)

[@tristannwhittaker8323]

@@MakersGonnaLearn oh my goodness ! I didn’t realize you have to wait 28 days for all of the sealant to cure I just thought that was for the modpodge brand ! I’m such an idiot

[@esmii8]

@@MakersGonnaLearn can’t use the cups at all for 28 days or can use but only hand wash until the 28day cure ???

[@lindseyzahler3767]

So before giving the sealed cups away, you have to wait 28 days?

[@itzelahb593]

Can I add glitter with mod podge and then the vinyl and seal it with this? I try epoxy and it didn’t work for me 😢

[@ashelyjusto5935]

can I use poly acrylic on print then cut? for starbucks cup

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

Sure

[@SierraReyy]

I sealed mine but my cups have sealed globs even though I made sure that I didn’t put too much and spread it out evenly along the cup. I also have bubbles, opinions?

[@marypatmcdevitt702]

Love this idea, my son is getting married....gonna give this for the bridal party the morning of the wedding...just make it “Bride Squad”. Thank you!

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

Woohoo!! So excited! Congratulations!😀❤

[@esmirazo1950]

Can it be used on shimmer vinyl

[@mahriadillard7997]

can it be washed by hand within the 28 day cure time?

[@da2haviland]

After your layers are dry, can you wash even before the 28th day?

[@sarahirivera7133]

Cheers! I love your videos and they have been a great help to me! My question is, is there a sealant that does not have to wait so many days to sell the glass? They have asked me for an order of 36 glasses to deliver them in a week and a half! what dou you recommend???

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

Hello! So, unfortunately, if you want your product to be food safe, you'll need to wait the 28 days :) However, you mentioned glasses, and we don't recommend sealing glass. My advice, send them unsealed!

[@joyscranfield5527]

Tanner, Rachel..help! My 6 year great-granddaughter want her 5mo old baby sister to have personalized sippy cup, I need to know is this the best sealer to use on a baby's cup or even bottle. PLEASE help!! THANK YOU!!

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

Yes, this is good!! This or Dishwasher Safe Mod Podge: amzn.to/354190H . After 28 days, per the FDA, both sealers are dishwasher safe and food safe :)

[@raymeackerman8619]

This cup has some texture, too, right. Not a smooth feel cup?

[@normacampos9159]

Great video where do you get your brushes ?

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

Here's the ones we use :) amzn.to/3akuGI5

[@taylorwhittaker623]

So I tried this and it started dripping down when I stood it up? Would you recommend using a cup turner!

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

That should not happen. Make sure your coats are thin. Allow time to dry in between.

[@mahriadillard7997]

Same thing happened to me 🥺

[@EmersonBiggins08]

Hi. I can’t find the video on how to apply the vinyl to the cup.

[@victoriarebimbas4572]

So, I have to wait 28 days to just wash the cup… or just 28 days until the dishwasher?

[@rachelhoffman217]

Can you brush Polyacrylic on any kind of cup/mug/surface?

[@jessicaguerrero9329]

Hi! How long do you have to wait before it's safe to wash?

[@coffeeholic92]

28 days is the total cure time from the last coat. So wait a minimum of 28 days in a cool dry spot.

[@nancysoto5078]

i use crystalac brite tones and I am having a difficult time with the sealant staying on the starbucks logo. It slide off and there is just spotting. Any tips to prevent this from happening?

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

Sorry, we have never used this product, so we can't really recommend any tips for you. So sorry you're having issues though!!

[@monicaherrera487]

Hello @Nancy Soto I also had that problem with crystalac but if you have a buffer or very light sandpaper, go over your vinyl very lightly and you will notice that your crystalac will adhere to the vinyl.

[@rammily6435]

How to get this cup ? What does it call ? Thank you

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

link in description :)

[@jakkudemoff3043]

How long does it last when you don't seal?

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

Depends on how well you take care of it!

[@sophialemus9895]

I bought this but the air bubble haven’t gone down like you said it does

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

Make sure you're using a super soft brush. You shouldn't see a ton of bubbles....