How to Make Waterproof Stickers on Cricut with Four Methods | Beginner-Friendly Tutorial

[@ashleygreen9605]

I love how you showed the difference with all four!

[@JenniferMaker]

YAY! Hopefully it helps!

[@katerperez]

This is the most helpful video yet! Thank you so much for taking the time to explain things with such precise detail. It makes all the difference. Cheers!

[@JenniferMaker]

I'm so glad!

[@kimberlymayes7283]

You help more than you can imagine with all of your tutorials.

[@JenniferMaker]

So happy to hear this, Kimberly! :)

[@ckeith1274]

Wow! Just wow! I have only had my cricut a month or so and have been a little overwhelmed. But I found your channel early on and subscribed and have been watching videos until my head is spinning! I can't count the things I gleaned from just this one video. I chose it because of the water proofing information, but came away with so much more!!! Thank you!!!

[@JenniferMaker]

You are so welcome! Thanks for subscribing!

[@Enjoythepour]

You are the best teacher that I have found, as a newbie! You are precise, show your work and explain everything, slowly and succinct. Thank you so much for this video. You have a new subscriber!

[@JenniferMaker]

Wow, thank you!

[@louiselaprade3041]

Just love your videos. Your explanations are so concise, clear and no additional bla!bla!

[@JenniferMaker]

Thank you!

[@colocourville1]

I’ve had my explorer for 2 months and have only taken it out the box.. you’re tutorials are giving me hop that I can actually do this!! One of my issues is that I can only use my phone but I’m going to figure all this out.. thank you for being so thorough on everything and sharing templates!!

[@JenniferMaker]

You are very welcome!

[@if1776]

This has to be, hands down, one of the best videos I have seen about making stickers with the Cricut machine and making them waterproof. I just recently bought my very first Cricut machine and I look forward to making my own stickers. You have a new subscriber! :). Thank you!

[@JenniferMaker]

Welcome! 😃

[@Sandy-yb2qk]

I've never made stickers before but will try now. Thnks

[@JenniferMaker]

I hope you enjoy it! 💗

[@jessicabeautytrends2480]

Thanks for testing them! Do you have any videos for laminating them? I’m going to try cold lamination because I hear that works better. Or other ideas to put on tumblers without sealing in epoxy!

[@bspry]

My granddaughters will be so thrilled. now I can make these

[@JenniferMaker]

Awesome! 😃

[@del-zitajenkins6114]

but OMG I learned how to do exactly what I have been trying to do by watching your video. muchas gracias

[@JenniferMaker]

You are so welcome!

[@rosanna7481]

There you go again-answering questions I had forgotten I had. Thank you! Merry Christmas!

[@JenniferMaker]

Thank you so much for watching!

[@brittanymitchell2877]

The results were not what I expected them to be but good to know for sticker making!

[@JenniferMaker]

I was surprised by the results as well! 😃

[@melissaharris3866]

I need to buy some printable vinyl. Thanks for the video!

[@JenniferMaker]

You're so welcome! 💗

[@joannesequeira4571]

Thank you Jennifer for this huge time-saver! I've been making my stickers with sticker paper then laminating them and then cutting them on my Maker. Can't wait to try the printable vinyl! Merry Christmas and thank you for your 25 days of Merry Maker Mingle. I've looked forward to them every day 🎄🎁💗

[@JenniferMaker]

You are so welcome! 💕

[@WealthyHabitsCoaching]

Making stickers for a kids birthday and I LOVE this test and tutorial. you rock Jennifer!

[@JenniferMaker]

Yay! Thank you! 💕

[@Yorkiesrule001]

Extremely helpful video and info! Thanks so much for doing all of this testing. Thanks, too, for all of your Merry Maker Mingle tutorials. They were so fun! Merry Christmas to you and your family! 🎄

[@JenniferMaker]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Cozynesss]

They are adorable!

[@JenniferMaker]

Thanks!

[@gracewest5504]

Outstanding! Thank you for your video.

[@JenniferMaker]

Thank you so much for watching! 😊🌻

[@LisaMFischer]

Amazing video! Thank you so very much for all your time, money & materials used to create your videos! Then you go above and beyond and provide us with free SVG files. Thank you! I am blessed to be able to learn so much from you about how I can use my Cricut Maker. ❤️❤️❤️

[@JenniferMaker]

Thank you so much for watching!

[@trishannbarnard9582]

Her dedication to blazing the trail for everyone is unmatched really!! I know if I have an idea but wonder if it works, I'm sure she does!!!

[@cbrown7742]

thanks for doing all the work on finding the best.

[@JenniferMaker]

My pleasure!

[@tdfaust]

Thank you for this! I love your testing videos. As a new sticker maker this is very helpful. Looks like I bought supplies that aren't even necessary. Have you done any experiments with these vinyl sticker papers in the dishwasher? I'd love to know which ones hold up best for that. Thanks again!

[@JenniferMaker]

I would not put any of them in the dishwasher. I recommend to hand wash only.

[@lisasabedra2830]

Such a great idea. Going to make some soon. Thank you JENNIFER!

[@JenniferMaker]

You are so very welcome, have fun! 💗

[@Pickett308]

Thank you, Jennifer. :)

[@JenniferMaker]

You are so welcome! 💜

[@Yasmin-hv1yf]

Thank you for this test! Also the video outline, detailed explanations, and clear editing was perfect!

[@JenniferMaker]

Glad you enjoyed it! 🌸

[@brendayates7409]

Thank you so much for all the helpful videos.

[@JenniferMaker]

I'm so glad you enjoy them! 💗

[@athenagraeme5188]

Perfect for my sticker-crazed daughter!

[@JenniferMaker]

Totally!

[@anilasaood9078]

Jennifer, you are a wonderful teacher. I always feel like you are particularly addressing my questions in your tutorials. So now here is my question. I need to design Arabic calligraphy with English transliteration as a sticker/decal to go on wooden discs/coasters. Is there an iron-on printable vinyl? Or can I use the printable vinyl as in your tutorial? This project is for an event of an organization I volunteer for and I am making about 100 pieces. Your input will be greatly appreciated.

[@JenniferMaker]

Yes! jennifermaker.com/how-to-use-printable-vinyl-with-cricut/

[@anilasaood9078]

@@JenniferMaker thank you for your response 💕 what is your recommendation on cricut printable vinyl ?

[@loladoessomething9086]

love your unique and brilliant tutorials jennifer!!!

[@JenniferMaker]

Thank you so much!!

[@ileanapv2052]

Hello!, thanks for your amazing videos. I´m new here and also new using Cricut, but I was wondering if you mind sharing how I cut the stickers?, not only the vinyl but also the base material where the stickers are placed, so everything has the same shape if that makes sense. Thanks

[@JenniferMaker]

We have sticker tutorials for both kiss cut and dye cut. Check out our blog, the link is in the description. 😊🌻

[@rosarubio5316]

woaa pretty fun. am so excited to try these. thank you for your help

[@JenniferMaker]

Thank you so much for watching!

[@hobbscraftingcorner8305]

Very detailed thank you

[@JenniferMaker]

You’re welcome 😊

[@MsEriksen123]

I can't wait to try this, and love your designs!

[@JenniferMaker]

Hooray! Thanks so much!

[@anac9380]

Surprised that the Avery/transfer vinyl didn't hold up as well. Thanks for testing the various methods.

[@JenniferMaker]

Thank you so much for watching!

[@louisemcclain6189]

Thanks Jennifer Merry Christmas 🎄

[@JenniferMaker]

Same to you!

[@lulagreer5320]

i just love you JENNIFER. Your videos are easy to follow and understand. thank you soo much!!!!

[@JenniferMaker]

I'm so glad and appreciate you watching! ❤️

[@darlenepitts6104]

That is awesome info!!

[@JenniferMaker]

Glad you liked it 💗

[@Luxinda]

I *always* learn something from your videos!! I’ve been using my cricut for a year and a half, but never knew about the “ungroup to lines” function until now. This is huge! Thank you!!!!

[@JenniferMaker]

You are so welcome! 💜

[@ashleyslepski1580]

I love your videos!!

[@JenniferMaker]

Thank you so much for watching! 💗

[@karencollins2069]

Great ideas!

[@JenniferMaker]

Thank you! 😃

[@sarahharrison1584]

I've done spray finish and or spray polyurethane plus clear vinyl over it after it dries then did the cut and they work great on tumblers even with washing! Thank you for your great tutorials Jennifer Maker!!!

[@JenniferMaker]

Good to know! 💗

[@jesssheteron902]

Oh, I think I'm gonna have so much fun! I'm a soap maker and bought this for label making!! Thank you for another great video!

[@JenniferMaker]

You are so welcome! 💜

[@jaime9061]

I am making stickers for a friend. I enjoyed watching this video, but when you said about making them water proof snd submerging in water, does that also mean I wouldn't be able to make them for tumblers?

[@carolynfisher8918]

I have been printing my stickers on printable vinyl for quite some time. This tutorial completely convinced me for sure that I made the correct choice. Thank You again for a Great Tutorial.

[@JenniferMaker]

Glad it was helpful!💗

[@chrisotphercochran8669]

Does this work w/ custom stickers for mugs washed in the dishwasher?

[@JenniferMaker]

No, most decorated mugs would be hand wash only. Thanks for watching!

[@yaritorres8347]

Love all your videos so helpful

[@JenniferMaker]

Glad you like them!

[@marlenenicholl6825]

I would think laminating these would be great and waterproof

[@JenniferMaker]

Thank you so much for watching!

[@deniseconley8181]

Omgosh I’m soo excited!! Thank you very much Jennifer for putting this together for us!! It’s been awesome🎄🎅🏻

[@JenniferMaker]

You are so welcome! 💜

[@LovingLilacs2223]

@@JenniferMaker are any of them dishwasher safe??

[@claremacdonald3261]

Merry Christmas, Jennifer! Do you think all printable vinyl (e.g. Cricut) is water resistant, or is it a feature of the brand you used? Has it been coated or treated somehow?

[@JenniferMaker]

I believe it is a feature of the brand. If I didn't test it in this video, I can't be sure of the results.

[@jerowen0212]

This was a great video. Thank you so much for it. Do you have to seal the vinyl stickers if you are going to use them on a tumbler with epoxy over them?

[@JenniferMaker]

I wouldn't think you would need to 💗

[@jennifercasares5806]

Love your videos. I was wondering where you got the shelf on your table that you have your Cricut on?

[@JenniferMaker]

We made that! 😃

[@LeahStorm]

It's easier to laminate using a roll laminate, and cut afterwards.

[@JenniferMaker]

I will need to try that. Thanks!

[@cherylmyers3184]

Thank you so much for all your testing of products/methods. Fabulous time and money saver for all your followers.

[@JenniferMaker]

Glad you like them! 💗

[@cindymurphinsyourhometownr7206]

Would this method using vinyl be best when making stickers for tumblers and water bottles not sealed in epoxy?

[@JenniferMaker]

You could try them on tumblers as long as they are soaked for a period of time in water but rather handwashing. 💗

[@jannscorpion]

Now I have to save for a new printer :)

[@JenniferMaker]

😊 I ove my HP Envy.

[@samuelschlaich7666]

Does the vinyl paper go through your printer okay? Is it a top/back loading printer? Or does the paper just go into the bottom tray?

[@JenniferMaker]

I put it in my tray with nothing else in there. I do not use Cricut sticker paper because it is too thick for my printer. I recommend something like Avery or other office brands.

[@pattybostic5775]

Thanks for the video

[@JenniferMaker]

Glad you watched it!

[@rjmiser]

Great tutorial Thank you! ♥ You didn't use it but would any of the Mod Podge work? For instance, I'm guessing the dishwasher version might work ... maybe Outdoor version but not sure about the other ones (paper, matte, gloss, sparkle & original versions)! Oh and would those clear/holo adhesive sheets you can lay over your stickers work too? (at least for the surface not sure about the back) For the overlay if you run it through a die cutting machine just to flatten together - do you think that might seal it better?

[@JenniferMaker]

No, I wouldn't use Mod Podge on these. 😊🌻

[@rjmiser]

@@JenniferMaker ok thanks! ♥

[@mcmufiin_time]

I’ll be using my printer for sublimation, can I still use the same printer and ink for stickers?

[@JenniferMaker]

No, sublimation ink is a special type. You'd want to use an inkjet printer for stickers. 😊🌻

[@shenanigans8799]

Thank you!!

[@JenniferMaker]

Thank you so much for watching!

[@beachybird262]

I need help trying to make stickers and when I go to print you can’t read the words they are smeared please help you can’t read the words

[@How-To-Do-Stuff-By-Charmaine]

Maybe you have print bleed checked?

[@marymiller1197]

Very nice!

[@JenniferMaker]

Thank you so much for watching!

[@sherrijackman8705]

loved this tutorial thank you so much I used something can't even remember what but after just running water over it to wash it it got sticky but had a baby shower for my daughter and made stickers for the plastic cups for ladies to use and take home it was a drive through shower so I had lids and straws so cute and used the vinyl sticker paper and i still use from time to time the extras and they are really holding up as well. Love your tutorials you are such a great teacher. Have a wonderful new year.

[@JenniferMaker]

So glad you liked it! 💗

[@kathyh9423]

This tutorial is AMAZING!!!! thank you so much,

[@meganhill8510]

The vinyl stickers...how did they do with the scratch test? Mine rub off with any light friction.

[@JenniferMaker]

The test results for the different methods are in the blog post here. jennifermaker.com/how-to-make-stickers-with-cricut/

[@annestjohn9249]

This is awesome thank you. Does the Cricut printable vinyl also perform this way?

[@JenniferMaker]

You can use Cricut printable vinyl but some printers have a hard time with it because of the thickness.

[@annestjohn9249]

@@JenniferMaker thank you for your reply 😊 Is the Cricut printable vinyl water resistant once it is printed?

[@millyalvayero2900]

Hello ! New to your channel and circuit , so for water bottle stickers vinyl is best ?

[@JenniferMaker]

You can use permanent vinyl as well. jennifermaker.com/how-to-layer-vinyl-on-cricut/

[@taraspotteremporium]

Thankyou Jennifer for a great video 🙂🙏 just wanted to ask would you get the same results with glossy vinyl stickers sheets?

[@JenniferMaker]

I am not sure. I only tested on matte so I don't want to tell you wrong information.

[@taraspotteremporium]

@@JenniferMaker Ok not a problem 😊 thankyou again for this video 🙏 it has been extremely helpful 😍

[@sugarbolen8236]

I've never commented on a KZbin video in my life but I have to say you are one thorough mfer. Much respect.

[@JenniferMaker]

Thank you!

[@Ddmorr]

I noticed both the links to vinyl paper were matte finish. Is there a reason you don't use glossy?

[@JenniferMaker]

It can smear easily when it prints.

[@LorraineCastellon-Rowe]

Excellent, excellent, excellent tutorial!! I love these kind of testing videos. Thank you for sharing all the results and for explaining your process so clearly. Wishing you and your family a most wonderful Merry Christmas!! 🎄🎅🤶🧑‍🎄🦌☃️💝🎄🎅🤶🧑‍🎄🦌☃️💝

[@JenniferMaker]

Thank you so much for watching!

[@treefroglyn]

I don’t seem to have a bleed option on my hp printers. Can you help me please?

[@rachelgomez2779]

I am having a hard time with my cricut cutting with the laminate on the sticker paper any tips??

[@JenniferMaker]

This blog post may help you, jennifermaker.com/cricut-cutting-problems-tips-cleaner-cuts/

[@terriboone2316]

had no idea about the clear transparent vinyl. Hopfully after I watch this I will be going into my office to make stickers!! I will defiantly have to rewatch and make them as I follow along. That's with any project.

[@JenniferMaker]

Have fun making them! 💗

[@nicolemercury3769]

Hi from South Africa. I’ve tried printing with an HP inkjet printer, and Cricut printable vinyl, however mine ran like it was running a marathon. What am I doing wrong?! I’ve been told here that the only way to get this right, would be to use eco-solvent ink….but machines of that magnitude are way to expensive to invest in. Is there a particular product / gloss vs Matt that is preferred?

[@JenniferMaker]

Be sure that you weren't printing on the wrong side of the sheet, that would cause then ink to run and pool. Thanks for watching! 😊🌻

[@nicolemercury3769]

@@JenniferMaker thanks so much for your reply…I’ve double checked and it was the right side as the Cricut has its printing on the ‘wrong side’. I’m wondering if it’s my printer that is below sun-level grading.

[@annathy]

Jennifer, Design Space has greyed out calibration from the menu. Are there printers that Design Space will not work with?

[@JenniferMaker]

Not that I really know of, as long as it has a wireless connection.

[@annathy]

@@JenniferMaker thank you for trying to help.

[@johannareilly8282]

Thanks for this tutorial. I'm very new to Cricut, and as a school teacher, I think you're an excellent teacher. I had been wondering about making stickers water resistant. Will these stand up to hand washing?

[@JenniferMaker]

I wouldn't want to submerge them in water. I would wipe with a wet towel.

[@martharestrepo6841]

Hi. Jennifer I have an Epson eco tank. Can I use that printer to do those stickers

[@JenniferMaker]

Yes you can! 💗

[@DIPU1036]

Hi Jennifer, Interesting tests. However, the real test is to waterproof inkjet printed vinyl labels with water proof edges which do not allow the ink to run from the edges after being totally submerged in water for 24 hours. Water will enter around the edges as there is often a tiny gap between the vinly and the lamination fil. Thus far I have not seen this done and hence why makers leave a white border around the labels. Can you do your magic and find a solution? Please?

[@seeking.harmony]

All other sticker creation videos put an offset around each one. When I cut them, the offset is larger on either the left or right. I will try calibrating my Cricut to see if that helps. Thanks for doing the testing for us. ❤️👍🏼

[@JenniferMaker]

You are so welcome! 💜

[@centsiblecooking]

Amazing and clear video, this was exactly what I was searching for after watching countless videos trying to figure out this issue. One question I have is when you switch over to using the vinyl sticker paper, I don't think you mentioned what settings you used on the Cricut for a kiss cut? Is it the same as the regular sticker paper, ie. Washi settings? Any help is appreciated!

[@JenniferMaker]

Try sticky note.

[@MarilynSchnetzer]

Love your videos! I want to make tile coasters with a sticker that is water resistant. Any ideas do I need to do anything to tile first? Any ideas from you will be greatly appreciated. Marilyn

[@loiseubank7749]

I would like to know if you tried the cricut printable sticker paper, and what the results with it was? I want to put stickers on my Christmas card envelopes.

[@donnaenglestad4351]

Awesome tutorial! I cannot wait to make some of these.

[@heathermctaggart5415]

Hi There- I love all your videos- BUT, I have a slight issue. I purchased a png file from etsy, but when it goes to cut it, I can't flatten it and it's trying to cut out fireworks, etc. Anyway you can help??

[@JenniferMaker]

Heather, you need to find an online file convertor and change it from a PNG to an SVG.

[@heathermctaggart5415]

@@JenniferMaker AWESOME THANKS

[@ashleywillson3308]

Jennifer, I have been trying to make waterproof stickers for a while now and have tried many different products including the Joyeza paper that you show in the video above. The video you posted was great, but I am still not having any luck. I designed, printed, and cut my stickers and then ran them under water. For some reason, they continue to smear and I am not sure what to do. Do you have any idea why this could be happening? I am currently using a HP Deskjet 3755 printer. Thanks!!

[@JenniferMaker]

You may want to layer clear vinyl over top. 😊🌻

[@ashleywillson3308]

@@JenniferMaker Hi Jennifer! Thanks for the tip! Do you ever have issues with bubbling? My stickers always have seem to have air pockets no matter how hard I try.

[@QueenMuffin5098]

I tried Cricut printable vinyl, but my printer (same one Jennifer uses in this video HP 7155) won't feed it. Messed up 6 sheets trying to get 1 good sheet. Jammed everytime. I just ordered one of the vinyls she uses in this video. I hope my printer feeds it since she didn't seem to have trouble.

[@JenniferMaker]

I'm sorry that happened Angie! For some reason I did find that Cricut sticker paper doesn't do well in most printers. Once you change it to Avery, you will see better results! 💗

[@QueenMuffin5098]

@@JenniferMakerI saw that your new favorite for stickers is printable vinyl. You referenced 2 in this video. Do both of them feed in your printer?

[@caseycorrtee]

Thank you! You are so good as an instructor! Thorough, great pace and I just want to give you a big hug because you are so friendly!

[@JenniferMaker]

Aww, thanks so much! ❤️

[@annamarienardini1772]

Thanks for putting this video together! Love all the great info. Didn’t know you could make water proof stickers!

[@JenniferMaker]

You are so welcome! 💜

[@mombear56]

Thank you Jennifer! I've never made stickers, thinking they wouldn't look very good. These were amazing and I know not to waste money on the paper sticker paper.

[@JenniferMaker]

You are so Welcome!

[@debbiegultch2414]

You make the BEST videos to teach us how to do our projects! Thank you for these!!!

[@JenniferMaker]

Glad you like them!

[@maryvalcik3428]

This was sooo awesome! I just received my Cricut maker 3 and just signed up for Cricut College Pro and can’t wait to learn from you! 😁 thanks so much!

[@JenniferMaker]

Wonderful! You got this! 💗

[@raneshaleblanc2824]

Hi Ms. Jennifer..can I do this on my Explorer Air 2 aswell?..I've been trying to get more out of my paper....please help

[@raneshaleblanc2824]

Can i?

[@JenniferMaker]

Yes, you can make these on the Explore Series machines.

[@rosemarywilliams5136]

Can you use the brush on metheod for the minwax poly eurithane

[@JenniferMaker]

You can give it a try. You may be able to see the brush strokes.

[@rosemarywilliams5136]

Ok thank you

[@susanneufeld4106]

do you know of any removable, reusable sticker paper or printable vinyl?

[@aliciafoor5078]

i have a cricut explore air 2 and i would like to know if i can cut cork board?

[@JenniferMaker]

Here is an awesome reference from Cricut on the materials your machine can cut: help.cricut.com/hc/en-us/articles/360009504773-Which-materials-can-I-cut-with-my-Cricut-Explore-and-Maker-machine-

[@lorraineferguson231]

very good video! thank you 😊

[@JenniferMaker]

Glad you liked it!

[@SabrinaB412]

Great video. The stickers are really nice too! Thank you for your time and for sharing your knowledge.

[@JenniferMaker]

Thank you so much for watching!

[@Yorkiesrule001]

Extremely helpful video and info! Thanks so much for doing all of this testing. Thanks, too, for all of your Merry Maker Mingle tutorials. They were so fun! Merry Christmas to you and your family! 🎄

[@JenniferMaker]

Glad it was helpful!