✨ The ULTIMATE Guide on How to Use Printable Heat Transfer Vinyl (HTV) for Dark & Light Fabric

In this Printable HTV (Heat Transfer Vinyl) tutorial for beginners, Michael from Mr. Crafty Pants (‪@mrcraftypants‬) is giving us the Ultimate Guide on how to use printable heat transfer vinyl (HTV) for both light and dark fabric materials. You'll learn how to make print-then-cut t-shirts with both the StarCraft SOLO and Cricut cutting machines, plus all the tips and tricks you need to know.
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[@cyndimanka]

Upon seeing this video, I was very critical and thought there are hundreds of videos like this out there. Why do I need to watch this one? I am so glad I watched this video. I didn’t know how to load my printer and I have an Epson with the top feed. And I didn’t know I could just cut it out and not have to use my cricket which I am brand new and don’t even know how to use yet. I give this video two thumbs up.

[@SunainaSingh-g8j]

Thank u for the awesome video

[@WendyPardue]

I love how you give explicit instructions.

[@Nicer_Ricer_JDM]

I’m not gonna lie, of everyone I watched your did by far the best job of explaining everything 💯

[@missd1112]

Can you use sublimation ink on these transfers?

[@redvenus77]

This has been exactly what I was looking. I'm just starting out and did not want to spend all kinds of money on a special printer and ink if I did not need to. You explained everything so well and even wasted a shirt to show what would happen. The most important part you were so easy to listen to and follow.😊

[@LauraLKnight]

Love the Mr. Crafty Pants explains, and his tutorial methods. So easy to follow, thank you.

[@whichcraftLiz]

Thank you for this super comprehensive video. I’ve always been so skeptical of using inkjet for tees. Especially with washing.

[@nicolefragale2070]

What a fantastic video!! Far best tutorial on printable heat Transfers I have watched!! Thank you for the perfect printer explanation! Finally an easy way to remember!! I love your videos!! My favorite teacher!!

[@jessicatovar2161]

Loved the repetition of instructions on how to load the printable htv😊

[@gaitherart3116]

I am SO OBSESSED with making it my goal to get a @starcraftvinyl SOLO cutting machine. It has to be the most awesome cutting machine I have ever seen!! Apparently, the software is absolutely awesome as well! Here's to hoping my 'someday' goal of getting myself a StarCraft Solo will be SOONer rather than LATEr! It's all Mr. Crafty Pants' fault for showing it so much in his tutorials!! I have been rrsearching it since I first seen him use a SOLO!! lol I cant wait to get my SOLO!

[@leoxs3241]

Have you used sublimation ink or is it a normal ink jet ink? Thanks

[@roxanneloyst3733]

Can I print a sublimation ink design on the Transfer Vinyl for Dark or does it have to be Ink jet ink?

[@walterfinch2739]

Love the way you give instructions!!!! Nice Job!!!!

[@ButterflyMs7]

I absolutely love your tutorials! I first started watching the cricut ones, but I'm so glad I watched this one, as I want to give myself a variety for printing styles for my designs

[@NanAnn58]

I would like to see more tutorials on using the Create software

[@starcraftvinyl]

Absolutely! More are on their way soon! 😃 Thank you for watching!

[@lisaelder7300]

I have been away for awhile and I have Missed You!!

[@jroman373]

One of the best tutorials I've seen, thank you!!!

[@tinarichardson5172]

i absolutely love your videos you explain everything so well you are AMAZING....thank you Sir

[@CustomizeYoLife]

I love using my dark transfer on all my shirts. Thanks for the video i love your videos.

[@starcraftvinyl]

So glad you love using our Heat Transfers for Dark Materials! ❤️ Thank you SO much for watching. 😃

[@gloribelldejesus6180]

Nice ! Completely understood. Thanks

[@clairecolchester7345]

Do you have a video for how to use printable htv on ceramics like mugs please

[@missy5269]

Awesome and educational tutorial. You’re an excellent teacher. Thanks for sharing

[@shannagoldin3106]

What type of heat tranfer mask are you using? I have used a making tape kind and it pulled most fo the ink off my image after i pressed it

[@teresamiles5867]

Thank you so much! I’m so glad watched your tutorial. Will definitely keep my eyes open for your videos!!

[@hershey562039]

Love love the way you explain everything I’m definitely going to try this next ❤ thanks

[@bellar3488]

Amazingly thorough!! Thank you 🎉

[@deborahrippel9781]

I love they color code it. I have double vision and can't read. I can look for color to identify between the two :)

[@starcraftvinyl]

❤ SO glad that’s helpful to distinguish between the two. 😊

[@meggiemeg0524]

Hello, I’m new to all this, question… I did exactly how you showed us and my image seeped through, what did I do wrong???

[@siouxareaparanormal4244]

Do they not make this in larger format for printers like Epson ET - 8550

[@Lcshell]

Great tutorial Michael! I’m liking that Solo! Might need to add one to my collection lol

[@afriend8961]

Is there an alternative for the cutting/weeding if one doesn't own a precision cutting machine?

[@rcujo00]

I was wondering for the Epson printer , did you use any kid of different ink. Or just the ink that comes with the printer.

[@bobbybrown3490]

I'm so glade I discovered your Chanel, you are one of the best when it comes to really understand using HTV.. Thank You😊

[@starcraftvinyl]

So glad you liked the tutorial! Thank you so much for watching ❤️

[@miraworldus]

Fabulous tutorial video. Thank you so much!

[@mariamichalopoulos2846]

Love the tutorial and love your demeanour. Can you use these heat transfer sheets on vinyl ie to make bags. Thanks

[@jmom687]

How well do they wash others have shown they peel and fade ?

[@mistycrow3134]

Are you using regular inkjet ink or sublimation ink?

[@tammykeesecker6088]

Part of the replay squad

[@starcraftvinyl]

Thanks so much for watching 😊

[@Nick.G_84]

Thank you! Keep making good videos. I learned lot!

[@growithtab]

is it a normal injet printer that you're using to print the vinyl's?

[@dijuarbe]

What kind of material do you need for this kind of type of papers did the shirt have to be 100% cotton or I had to be 100% polyester I hope that you can answer me that question I really appreciate you doing the tutorial so thank you so much for helping me 🤗🌹🦋

[@chayton1001]

At about 10:40 he said that you can use any fabric you want.

[@Cricuter]

Looks nice there's a new brand of vinyl I need to try!

[@tamijohnson9870]

love this!! the heat transfer mask...... where do we get it and is it reusable?

[@carriemcarthur2121]

How does the transfer feel? That's been my biggest complaint from customers is the stiffness of the transfer

[@susannevasser2042]

Hello Michael! I was wondering was there a printable vinyl for decals that doesn't require heat? I forgot lol. I want to make some for my wreaths. Have a Fabulous day!

[@marybarlow7291]

WHY CAN’T I FIND ANYWHERE TO BUY THESE ANYMORE 😢 the dark printable transfers are the only sheets I’ve used for years. Even when I’ve had cheaper options to buy I still bought these because of how amazing they hold up. I’m so sad literally nowhere I’ve looked has them for sale. HELP!

[@ibraheemjamil1746]

Hello, I have question why you cut by using the sizers but by circut machine

[@monachavarria4514]

Just purchased the Solo. Would like a series of project tutorials 😅

[@starcraftvinyl]

More are coming very soon! ❤

[@kamilbihari]

Can I use any inkjet printer and any color in the printer? Do they have to be special colors?

[@FayeHughes-zd7kf]

May I ask an off topic question? I’m brand new and am looking for a heat press. Any recommendations? Please and thank you. 😁

[@starcraftvinyl]

Not an off topic question at all, Faye. 😃 A lot of customers absolutely love our StarCraft silver 8-in-1 12”x15” Heat Press. I hope that helps.

[@FayeHughes-zd7kf]

Very much, thx!!

[@starcraftvinyl]

@@FayeHughes-zd7kf happy to help ❤

[@sylviann28376]

Do the sshirts need to be polyester still or can we use these on cotton shirts

[@MinkDreads]

I found a printable heat transfer from (Donkey Craft vinyl) which it is a vinyl trust me i love it PLEASE TRY AND DO A REVIEW ON IT😊

[@carol-annridler3560]

Another awesome video! I can’t believe how fast the machine is. I might have to give it a try one day. Which machine is this one? 😊

[@KimberlyMulkin]

Do you use regular ink or a sublimation ink?

[@Jmartnz]

Hi, to be able to print HTV, does the printer has to be inkjet and do I need a different type of ink or can I use the ink it brings with the printer? Because I would just like to use my printer how I normally use it to print and just buy the HTV paper just like that but, I’m wondering if it will work once I try to use a heat press, would the image automatically transfer to anything like shirts or anything else?

[@siageorge2837]

No you will need sublimation ink and you need to check your printer is compatible.

[@Shaenobi_7]

U should be able to use ink that comes with the inkjet printer; i did

[@jennylowe4486]

Great video. How does this hold up when washed though? TY

[@Marvatate201]

Thanks so much for sharing!! Do you know what I can do to stop my prints from fading ? When I print an image in to my Tshirts, the whole background of my image becomes the same color of my Tshirts, and my print isn’t showing up vibrant as the print

[@teereel7445]

These products are sold out everywhere! Where can I buy these?

[@wendycaballero5952]

Can it be a regular printer or does it have to be a sublimation printer?

[@lamargiie]

Question, I have an Epson printer I use for sublimation. I want to make some t shirts. Can I use that ink? Also I have a regular hp envy inkjet printer with regular printing ink, can I use that ink?

[@silviaguevara3712]

I have a question: What ink did you use for this? please and thank you

[@docterapple9528]

Thnks Dude, A lot to learn!!

[@RainorShine1]

Does it have to be on cotton? Or can I do it on polyester as my son don't like cotton he likes the slick feel of his shirt

[@LMC-jk2yp]

Does the sublimation process work on either of these transfers?

[@starcraftvinyl]

That’s a good question! We haven’t tried sublimating on these materials, but that sounds like something Mr. Crafty Pants would love to try. 😊 You can always print directly on them with inkjet printer ink if not.

[@hnmain0922]

Would love to see you try the sun ink on it & a wash test to see how long they last.

[@sandrarendon4713]

Great video.. is thevink regular ink? Not sublimation ink?

[@lindagray2217]

Where do you find the images that are easy print and cut for dark shirts.

[@lestergibson514]

I have a brothers business printer I want to convert it can I use any ink after converting

[@pamelaaustin677]

I have used DTV products many times & I got a few complaints about color bleeding through the image or the image falls off prior to washing it, any suggestions what I could be doing wrong?

[@goodawe4335]

Hi! What the name of your printer are you using in the video?

[@justinbush5639]

Hi I may have missed it but do you use sublimation ink?

[@garykreutzer1239]

Does it require special inks for your printer? Source?

[@robertosullivan4709]

Can anyone tell me where to get the heat transfer mask sheets from, iv looked on amazon but not sure what I'm looking for exactly

[@Paty2147]

Is there a way to do this with a puff finish?

[@stacikspencer]

I wish I could feel this design after pressing. I’ve always hated the crunchy feel when using stuff like this. Is it soft or stiff feeling?

[@starcraftvinyl]

It has a feeling pretty similar to HTV in my opinion. I hope that helps! 😊

[@stacikspencer]

Yes that helps! I’ll order a pack to see what I think 😊

[@soniacintronjohnson]

Great video!

[@starcraftvinyl]

@@soniacintronjohnson thank you so much for watching 😊

[@johannakhutjo657]

Finally fresh video 🎉 awesome Can I ask which ink do you use to do this

[@chrishecht5958]

Can this be used on hats? If so, what style hat works best? Thanks 😊

[@audreysbeautybar3791]

Can I use sublimation ink or regular ink

[@candlestc]

Wow!! Thanks!! How would this work on a 100% polyester shirt? Temp and Time?

[@chayton1001]

Check out at 10:40

[@alma8967]

What ink does it have to be print with?

[@charlaprice3361]

do i use regular printer ink or sublimation ink when printing on printable htv??????? \

[@PatriciaGagne-qp8bg]

Or eco solvent ink??

[@khatgib]

Thank you. I hope this is as easy as you make it seem 😂

[@louisajohnson8322]

What is the difference between this and sublimation?

[@DoubleZClips]

does this work on sublimation ink?

[@ee-yh7dh]

There are so many people who have asked this question but are you using Sublimation Ink or can you use sublimation ink on these transfers??

[@afriend8961]

Inkjet ink is not going to be successful. Sublimation ink is recommended.

[@nicolelee605]

I understand that we should avoid fabric softeners, but can we use vinegar when wash instead of fabric softener?

[@starcraftvinyl]

That’s a great question! Vinegar should be okay, but you may want to do a small test run with it first. 😊

[@captjack7303]

I’ve never run into this issue before, but when trying to download the file first there is no preview and then it tells me it 112M and too large to scan for virus. Is this file actually 112M ?

[@SeanDavis-o4g]

My question is I can use just my regular printer or use my sublimation (ink) printer?

[@cynthiapettengill5786]

Yes I'd like to know this Also, I have both but, I did not hear you say Sublimation printer.

[@SeanDavis-o4g]

@@cynthiapettengill5786 yeah, still wondering, not seeing a response yet?!!

[@afriend8961]

How about trying it out on one project to see results? Recommended, use the sub printer/ink. =).

[@brindacoble8817]

What if you are using the cricut press?

[@starcraftvinyl]

You can absolutely use a Cricut EasyPress, just make sure you’re applying adequate pressure for the type of material. Extra firm pressure for the Heat Transfers for light materials and medium to firm pressure for the Heat Transfers for dark materials. Hope that helps! 😊

[@davidlarrabee4574]

I love that unicorn

[@starcraftvinyl]

Be sure to get the free download of it linked in the description. 😊

[@reneebanbury7066]

Great video!

[@starcraftvinyl]

Thank you so much for watching. So glad you liked the tutorial. 😊

[@roearcher7384]

Thank you!🎉

[@starcraftvinyl]

You’re so welcome! Thank you for watching. 😊❤️

[@corderoemc148]

Thanks for the tutorial!! 💕 How long would you say it lasts? In my experience, no more than 4 washes : (

[@starcraftvinyl]

If you wash in cold water, avoid bleach & fabric softener, and hang dry, it should last as long as the shirt itself. 😊

[@pinkninjabee]

Fussy cut!!! 😂😂 You're too cute!

[@parisharrison6639]

great video

[@user-kr1vw3tk2e]

Where do you get your shirts

[@merlehendricks5486]

Do you have to use the mask?

[@yaroslinasolis7714]

What kind of ink are you using? Regular ink or sublimation ink?

[@starcraftvinyl]

This is just a regular inkjet printer with regular inkjet ink 😊

[@popstar022]

My transfer not coming off the paper, whats am i doing wrong

[@ChiiSan09]

Do you need sublimation ink in your printer for this or is the factory ink for the epson printer ok?

[@johannakhutjo657]

Also wanna know hope he get back to us

[@rubygodino317]

He is using a regular ink jet printer. It's not sublimation ink.

[@hippiesister100]

What printer are you using

[@jalexcasey9815]

Very helpful.