The Best Tips For How To Layer HTV on A Shirt

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Layering Iron-On Vinyl can be tricky. It’s not as simple as just laying pieces on top of each other and heating. In this helpful video, Tanner will show you our Best Tips for How to Layer HTV. When working with iron-on vinyl, you want to have a successful craft project that lasts. Learn how to layer heat transfer vinyl and create some amazing die cutting craft projects. We will show you this craft technique step by step so that you can easily use it for your own iron-on projects. This simple idea for working with heat transfer vinyl can be used with any die cutting machine: Cricut, Silhouette, Brother, and more.
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[@jworth7203]

The reason I live your videos is that they are so clear and to the point! I know how to do it,in fact did my project while I watched you. Other channels make this a half an hour process. Thanks, Tanner!

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

You are so welcome!

[@jamieschade3376]

Thank you so much. I'll b doing mine with an iron. Plus an explorer air 2. Making 2 shirts for my daughter n her best friend for their 100th day at school for kindergarten.

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

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[@jlbarbosa7911]

You did such a great job explaining how to do layers!! Thank you so much and the use of using the large layer film is brilliant!

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

Glad you think so!

[@mariecoker1185]

Thanks!!!! That was way easier than I thought it would be. Now to find the video on how to make layered cuts in design space .

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

Glad it was helpful!

[@melodykapoor6433]

Your Cricut will do it all for you! It will say how many layers your image is and tell you “Prepare the 1st mat” when you hit “Make it” and the will just cut them later at a time for you. When your done with your first layer cut it will say to prepare you 2nd layer and so forth. Just make sure your image is in separate colors on Design Space so Cricut will know you want separate colors. That’s what I’ve gathered so far anyway lol

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Yes I also love Tanner! ItNs always nice to learn with a great teacher that you love.

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[@holliyargo]

I love how he says “right here” I’ve watched several of his tutorials even though I have a Silhouette instead of a Cricut. The principals are the same and his instruction is very easy to follow.

[@crisnashannon5699]

You're so awesome! Thank you for being so great at explaining and showing how to do this. I was kinda nervous about doing a layer project but you totally gave me the confidence to make it happen. God bless you, your great work and channel.

[@yvonnetaylor6187]

Having watched your video, feeling more confident at trying layering.

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

Yay! Thank you for watching!

[@vjay1758]

You have such a way of explaining things - thank you! Complete beginner but you took the daunting aspects away! Hooray!

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[@barbaragreene5946]

thank you so much for sharing such an easy to follow lesson!

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[@skylabalancingscales]

After looking through many videos for a thorough explanation...THANK YOU!!!!!

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

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[@Quinnathome]

You have been my main source of learning for my cricut journey. Easy to understand. I originally watched you before my wedding when I was EXTREMELY stressed and your videos were straight forward and explained things well. Thank you.

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

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[@michelleelizabeth6375]

My new clients are going to Disney and picked a svg with multiple layers of mickey and Minnie. As a beginner this video makes me more confident accomplishing this new task Thanks! 😄

[@taniabastien3198]

I love the way that you explained each process in this video! It looks great and something that I can do. I have been doing single layer and has had such anxiety about getting this done. You explained it with a smile and that brightens my heart. Thank you 🎉

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

You're welcome!

[@tressaquidachay2851]

I absolutely love how you explain all the steps...you give me hope that I too can make pretty shirts as well

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

You can do it!

[@annhoffman3410]

Thank you!!!

[@laceyjoy575]

I tried using transfer tape last night on Cricut everyday iron on for a design with multiple layers. It ended up not even sticking to the fabric when I tried to iron it on. Lesson learned!

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

You can't use regular transfer tape for HTV (Iron-On). Only use the included transfer sheet and take your time transferring each layer.

[@leehubbell9636]

You made that look so easy.

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

Awe, thanks!! It's super easy once you get used to it!

[@wilsbj57]

Wow! You made that look so easy. I can’t wait to try this. Thank you so much.

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

You are so welcome!

[@amandawoch6445]

Great video! Thank you for breaking it all down so nicely, going to attempt my layered shirt tomorrow 🤞🏼

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

You're welcome! Good luck!!

[@elizabethdaly1744]

Thank you

[@Dollydolly22]

This was great! Thank you :)

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

You're so welcome!

[@Roxywood7]

Brill video, confirmed everything I needed to know... thanks, I will be making a 3 layer unicorn t-shirt that I made on ds for my little girl tomorrow now 🙂

[@darkstar7422]

I always use a teflon sheet when doing any vinyl iron on. It makes it so easy and doesn't stick at all! They are very affordable!

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

Thank you for watching! ❤

[@heidicavagnaro811]

Wow you make that look easy

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

Thank you! Practice makes perfect!

[@okReese]

Thanks! This helped.

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

Glad it helped!🙂

[@mindymartinez4657]

This was a great video, thank you so much. Maybe I’ll finally try a multi-layered vinyl project!!

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

So glad you enjoyed it!

[@erinbrannan-oneal4197]

Love the trick with the ironed crease down the middle!!! It's a life saver!

[@dalebittinger8842]

You are Awesome!, Thanks so much!!

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You have the best videos ever for beginners. I can watch and listen easily but also easy to understand

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

Thank you so much!

[@juliechadburn9571]

Love the hack for making sure design is centered. What do you suggest for making sure design is straight and not placed askew?

[@ghawaii3299]

Can you do a full Tutorial on how you make the layers of the project,the entire formate from making each layer by size of flower etc etc on the screen to putting it in the Cricut

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

Well we do that in most every video, and you need to personally choose your colors and size the image to your personal shirt or whatever you're putting it on :) That is why we do not show it in this video

[@sandrasstudio7262]

Looks easierb had my circut for 5wks still dont know how to layer bit this makes it easier now

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

Yay!

[@jazzastin1133]

U made this look soo easy thanks

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

Aww, thanks! It is easy once you get the hang of it!

[@reginafrench7175]

That was the best video I have seen for layering. Thanks

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

Thank you so much for your kind words!

[@jillvue4631]

This was THE best explanation for layering! Thank you for the tips!

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

Glad it was helpful!

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I feel like best is an over sell .

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This helped a lot!! Omg!! Thank you! Now I’m not as scared!

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

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[@deeludemann7417]

Thanks! Looks easy enough! I've been stuck on doing just 1 color! 🤣

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

You can do it! It's great once you get the hang of it! Thank you for commenting!

[@melodykapoor6433]

Same here lol! Thank you for your helpful video!

[@rinazeller4295]

Thank you for this video! I was worried doing 30 secs per layer was too much but it wouldn’t stick when I did 15 secs. I had 7 layers too lol. I’ve also used parchment paper to protect the previous vinyl layers! My only regret is using a tshirt board when applying the vinyl. The cracks/creases in the board show through the vinyl 😭

[@summergardner4350]

thank you so much for this!

[@tarapreston8986]

Thank you for this!!!

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

You're welcome!🙂

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I really enjoyed your videos, your voice is very soothing and makes it easier to follow :)

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Thanks...

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[@claudiatigrero4288]

You are amazing, I am new and loving all your instructions. Thank you!

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[@jennifertrower9919]

Great video! Question how do you determine heat temperature when there are different types of HTV?

[@tammyh7576]

You’re such a help, thank you!

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

Happy to help!

[@ssharp11]

Excellent tutorial. Love all the tips and tricks. I plan to start working more with have and infusible ink and appreciate all these tutorials and tips. Wishing you Tanner a super week. Hugs Susan

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

Thank you for watching! ❤

[@corinnabjork8750]

I’m new as well and I’m soooo lost I thought this was going to be easy🙄😳🤔😯🤷🏽‍♀️🤦🏽‍♀️ I’m so thankful for you and your tips! You’re amazing! I love watching your KZbin channel! I’m so happy I came across it. I know prior on one of your KZbin you said it was best to wash once prior to ironing on. Should I air dry shirt or dry in my dryer?

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

Awe thank you!!! When pre-wahshing, please throw it in the dryer! Especially for shirts, the point of the pre-wash is to shrink the cotton in the shirt, so drying is a good idea :)

[@corinnabjork8750]

Makers Gonna Learn thank you very much! 💕

[@user-ro4xk7nt8m]

Thank you for this awesome video. Quick question... the recommended time for pressing is 30 seconds, so heating multiple layers for 30 seconds each doesn't damage the bottom layers of vinyl which end of receiving longer periods of heat?

[@abigailchipman8732]

I was wondering that too!

[@ChicagoClout]

I so love your videos.Im a new subscriber. You have helped me out a lot.

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

I'm so glad! Thank you for your support!

[@carolestrong7095]

That was so awesome to learn! Thank you so much, this gives me the motivation & courage to try a layered design on fabrics now. :)

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

You can do it!

[@brendam888]

Love your videos !!! Now I need to know how you did all the layers

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

We'll this is the video for you!

[@SherylsDollsandEverythingElse]

Hello, thanks for sharing. If you have two different types of vinyl that have two different press times and heat settings and you are layering, what takes precedence? Thank you.

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

GREAT question! The hottest setting should be used :) it's very hard to "burn" HTV but if it's not heated all the way through, that would be bad. Hope this helps! Happy crafting!

[@staceyselman7096]

smart tip folding the shirt in half to find the midline!

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

Thank you for watching!

[@mqemphatic38]

This is great! You are adorable.

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

Awe thanks!

[@Tin26Ola]

Thank you Tanner!! This really helped me. :)

[@erasemamartinez556]

Such great tips! I'm making my first shirt but I want to add some htv on the back side too. Do I need to put something in between the shirt to protect the vinyl on the front side? Any advice is appreciated. Thank you so much! Love your channel.

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

Hello!! So, you actually don't have to add any protective layer between the 2. Great question! You're so sweet Janet!

[@Ladyyuniiquee]

Thank you for such a wonderful video😍

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

You are so welcome!

[@JillsComfortZone]

This was awesome! Thank you so much for sharing!

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

You are so welcome!

[@JillsComfortZone]

Okay, I did watch this one. I have a question. I cut on the wrong side off my HTV vinyl. Can I still use that peace of vinyl?

[@lindaderossett2771]

This was so helpful! Thank you for making it look so easy.

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

You are so welcome!

[@kecnana1038]

It would be nice for you to teach us how to get these separate colored layers

[@JeseniaRubee85]

I fan it too! 😄

[@marilugarcia5537]

This is great. Amazing tips, thanks. I am new at this and it was very helpfull

[@staceyholland7576]

Lovvveeee Tanner!!!

[@mrserinrowe]

Thank you for this! Do you have a video of the process in DS before the cut?

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

Yes ma'am, here you go :) kzbin.info/www/bejne/j3-3f5aujpeCaKs

[@mrserinrowe]

Makers Gonna Learn y’all are so awesome. Thank you for taking the time to respond.

[@rebeccakilgore8203]

How helpful!!!

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

Thanks for watching!

[@janiceturner9588]

Thank you very helpful

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

Thank you for commenting!

[@julierushlow7308]

Awesome explanation! It may be in the comments but there are so many... I am curious, instead of the 1st sheet every time, are you able to use the Teflon paper?

[@tracyrhodes1791]

Thank you for the wonderful tips for layering! Ready to try my first layering project. Where can I find those flowers that you layered? They remind me so much of Hawaii!

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

You are so welcome! Here you go, ma'am: makersgonnalearn.com/cut_files/floral-2/

[@joterry7928]

You are an awesome teacher 🤩🤩🤩

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

Thank you for watching!

[@peggybridge8432]

Oh my gosh!! Great video! Thank you so much!

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Thank you, Peggy! We appreciate you!

[@teddiev2720]

Thank you🙏 . Very helpful.

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

You are so welcome!😀

[@yvonnemurray7297]

This was amazing! Thanks so much!

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Thank YOU for watching and commenting!

[@sherylspigner9232]

I LOVEEEEEEEEEEEE YOUR VIDEOS VERY INFORMATIVE..THANK YOU SOOO MUCH

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

Thank you for watching!

[@susieszaneydesigns8578]

I thought heating the vinyl to long would make the sticky go away. What type of vinyl do you use for shirts? Mine has not been staying on. By the way thanks for the tips and tricks.

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

We love Siser EasyWeed from 651 Vinyl! :)

[@SuperBrowndog1]

Do you recommend pre-washing the shirt before you apply HTV?

[@chefathena2925]

Sometimes my contours, cut in a way that when I layer them on a shirt they are a tad bit off in size and ill have space between vinly cuts that didn't seem to be on the screen. Is duplicate not exact or am I doing something wrong🤷.

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

yes duplicate is the exact :)

[@wrkingldy]

Seems like your vinyl is shrinking a bit.

[@RosaRenteria7]

Subscribed

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

Thank you for your support!

[@jenniferallred7248]

Quick question...I watched a different KZbinr using a Cricut Design Space and she discussed colors and even showed it on her computer on the right hand side. Mine doesn’t show the colored dots next to images or lettering. I use a laptop. How do I find it or why isn’t it showing on mine? I’d love to do layering, but I can’t because I can’t group separate images.

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

You can change colors if your SVG is had different layers. If not, you can duplicate and contour out your design to make different layers different colors :)

[@sdsamuel07]

Very helpful!

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

YAY! Thank you for watching!

[@Tillys_Travels]

Does the second (and subsequent) layers not overheat the layers below?

[@florencecourtorielle1808]

Can you layer another piece of vinyl right on top of another piece of vinyl

[@catb6427]

My biggest issue with layering is shrinking. I’m struggling to find the real solution to that

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

As long as you pre-wash your shirts and wash them properly, you shouldn't have any issues :)

[@geeman8151]

Mee too. Lately I've been using a little less pressure and about 5 seconds on the 1st layer. Then the full time & pressure on the final press.

[@barbararead7490]

Wow how easy...thanks Tanner

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

Thank YOU, Barbara :)

[@brittanycano6247]

What is the difference between putting back the carrier sheet onto layering HTV and putting parchment paper instead?

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

It does the same thing. Feel free to use parchment, you just need some type of barrier between the HTV and your EasyPress.

[@terisnow8463]

Is there anyway to make sure to get placement correct, or is it just hope you can get it where it goes?

[@deelicious084]

Are you using the same piece of transfer tape or did you also cut multiple pieces of that?

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

HTV comes with transfer paper built in :) We are re-using some pieces but we mention that in the video.

[@waningsanity]

When I’ve done layers, the bottom layer shrinks with the additional heat from the top layers. What are your suggestions for that? Thanks for the video!

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

That's never happened to us :) We don't see a change when layering, but if you do, maybe try heating on a lower temp or heating for half the recommended time :)

[@tinaeastridge3993]

This happened to my first layering project. I think his tip of adding the top layer of plastic back might fix it. I have been scared to layer again because of it.

[@jasonbentley3557]

@@MakersGonnaLearn , dude this happens all the time. You have to adjust each layer. Some of us use a different press. If you cut each layer and put your first layer it will shrink! I put my first layer down and press 2-3 seconds just to tac it.

[@snwbrdes]

@@jasonbentley3557 but then how do you peel the backing off?

[@mrsmcphate]

Great video and explanation. However, I read in another place (no idea where, now) that a woman cracked her granite counter top doing something like this. YIKES!!! I would suggest not using a folded towel on your granite! I bought some inexpensive, THICK bamboo cutting boards on Amazon to protect my heating surface. I even put my Cricut heating mats (I have several, they're awesome!) on the cutting board. Gives me peace of mind. Also, I put my Easy Press cradle and press on one of these cutting boards, then the mat. One time, I had my Easy Press and cradle sitting on my self-healing mat and just the radiant heat from the bottom of the press and cradle warped my self-healing mat. Just some FYI for you guys!! Thanks for all the info and help you've given me. Hope this helps someone.

[@lindakoehn8617]

to have a shadow on text, can you layer vinyl on top of vinyl to make the shadow?

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

If you'd like

[@xtasymusik]

Awesome video!

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

Thank you for watching!

[@SAsanchez86]

Any tips for "if I bought a non layering htv,(black). And its the bottom layer of the raider shield

[@jackierettig2368]

Can you stick the vinyl to itself or to upholstery vinyl fabric sheets that come by the yard?

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

Sure!

[@jackierettig2368]

Makers Gonna Learn thanks for you quick response! Do you think it’ll be a strong enough adherence to become a pocket? I’m planning on cutting the pocket, say 5x5 and I’ll cut another piece of upholstery vinyl that’s 4x4, stick that on and then stick the 5x5 perimeter to the bigger piece that the pocket goes on. Will it be strong enough?

[@alfrednegreros3903]

How can i avoid the markings of the clear side when I iron the second layer over the first? It left an indented square from the cut out over my first layer.

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

This is a good question! These are hard to avoid. We like to use a teflon sheet instead of overlapping the transfer sheets too much. Try that next time! :)

[@judywilson1764]

Hello, can you use a teflon sheet for each layer ?

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

Feel free to, yes!

[@lmiz8011]

So you don't use a teflon mat to protect the shirt?

[@michelerobinson2593]

Question: when I did my layers like this the sticky side stuck to my previous layer and was trying to pull that color up when I tried to peel the additional layer. Why?

[@BB-ix7zt]

How far down should the design be for a kid's shirt?

[@sallyhernandez6260]

You really explained how to transfer the images, but hoe did you design all these cutouts? What's the difference between vinyl & HTV? What exactly is HTV? Please excuse my ignorance, but I just received my very first Cricut Explorer Air 2 for Christmas and want to do this process. Is all vinyl & HTV material accessible for tee shirts or sweatshirts? Besides Cricut materials, what other materials are just as good, but cost effective? Can an iron, do just as well as the heat press?