In this video, I explain all the steps to create a car decal using adhesive vinyl, thermal laminating film, and a sublimation print.
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@denisej.5272 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing. Video was prefect. The cut setting worked great. The little paper pouch was a good 💡 as well.🙂
@ThatROUGHTLife2 жыл бұрын
Awesome!!! I'm glad you liked the video & it worked for you!!
@leahbelle_4202 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your tutorial!! I looked all over Google and I was so confused and you explained everything!
@ThatROUGHTLife2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!!! I'm glad I could help!
@kathyd68122 жыл бұрын
Very helpful, thank you for the information. Keep up the good work! 🙂
@ThatROUGHTLife2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!!! I filmed another tutorial. I just need to edit it.
@waxinfluence3 ай бұрын
Nice tutorial hun thanks that’s exactly what i was looking for.
@Lganme Жыл бұрын
Thank you. This is exactly what I’ve been looking for
@ThatROUGHTLife Жыл бұрын
That's awesome!! You're welcome!
@RoweCountryCrafts Жыл бұрын
Great Tutorial. Thanks so much for breaking it down. Now I got to go make one I’ve been promising to my daughter LOL
@ThatROUGHTLife Жыл бұрын
You're welcome!! Let me know how it turns out!
@wilstarkey44182 жыл бұрын
Good try Good effort.
@tazzelady Жыл бұрын
the cricut has trouble reading registration marks on shiny material. To fix this, just cover registration lines with clear matt tape. (so now its not shiny.) hope that helps
@coltmom396420 күн бұрын
If you laminate both sides of the 651, how do you peel the back of the sticker? Or do you just laminate the one side (shiny side)?
@DavidYouhas10 ай бұрын
Thanks for the video. Newby maybe silly question... am I sublimating the thermal lamination side or the vinyl sticker side? I believe the thermal lamination ends up on the away side (of outside window) of the whole decal, then the vinyl sticker and then sticky back side of vinyl sticks on outside of car window. I am just not understanding which side the sublimation is penetrating - the thermal lamination or vinyl sticker. Thanks
@ThatROUGHTLife10 ай бұрын
You are sublimating on the thermal film then applying that to the white sticky vinyl.
@DavidYouhas10 ай бұрын
@@ThatROUGHTLife thanks for the reply! I found an easy way to get lamination adhered perfectly flat to permanent vinyl. Maybe a “that’s obvious” but I was having problems getting it flat using heat press so I tried running both laminate and vinyl through A4 laminator and got perfect results every time. Thanks again I love your videos - very helpful.
@jeangrandy86724 ай бұрын
@@DavidYouhasI’ve been thinking of getting a laminator, which one did you get and can you just laminate the car decal on one side? Thanks 😊
@DavidYouhas Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video! What sublimation printer are you using or would you recommend? I’m interested in making car decals and cups. Thanks
@ThatROUGHTLife Жыл бұрын
Thank you!!! I have an Epson Ecotank 8550.
@FUNNYMANERICWHITE3 ай бұрын
Thanks
@Itseemedlikeagoodida Жыл бұрын
How do they hold up to the sun and rain that your car endures? Thank you for making this video 😊
@ThatROUGHTLife Жыл бұрын
You're welcome. Mine lasted about a year. The color faded, but the decal is still on. Look through the comments on this video. Someone mentioned some UV spray you can get from Amazon.
@brittanybyrd8467Ай бұрын
Alrighty - I got kinda lost and would appreciate your feedback. Am I placing my printed sublimated image in the pouch and pressing at 400 degrees for 1 minute? Or am I placing the 651 in the thermal pouch and pressing? Or is it both? I got everything else from there, it's just that bit that's a tad confusing.
@ThatROUGHTLifeАй бұрын
Place the 651 in the pouch with the laminate film on top. That will adhere the film to the vinyl.
@mjje69754 ай бұрын
How does the backing come off to peel to stick , I absolutely love the video !
@ThatROUGHTLifeАй бұрын
You just remove the backing from the vinyl (651) and apply to the car.
@terrenaarlene2 жыл бұрын
When you laminate it. Do you put the vinyl in between the laminate or just laminate the non sticky side?
@ThatROUGHTLife2 жыл бұрын
I place the laminate on top of the vinyl.
@ikeegorotak20132 жыл бұрын
Is it cold laminated or hot laminated ?
@meghanayres65572 жыл бұрын
Is there any hack or anything for getting the backing off without accidentally seperating the thermal and vinyl layer?
@ThatROUGHTLife2 жыл бұрын
Just peel very carefully and try different areas.
@katilujan5172 жыл бұрын
Hello! I tried this and it worked great, but I do have some air bubbles, any tips to help that? thank you
@ThatROUGHTLife2 жыл бұрын
Try adding a little pressure on the heat press.
@AdrienneandFriends2 жыл бұрын
Is the oracal 651 just permanent white vinyl? Or is it a special vinyl?
@AdrienneandFriends2 жыл бұрын
Like is it transparent adhesive vinyl? Or the regular permanent white?
@ThatROUGHTLife2 жыл бұрын
@@AdrienneandFriends It is the regular adhesive vinyl you use for other car decals.
@salvationranch2984 Жыл бұрын
Maybe I'm just up to early watching videos but I have a question. If you laminate the 651, how can it stick to the car? Did you only put it on the top of the 651 or did you put it in the pocket.
@ThatROUGHTLife Жыл бұрын
It goes on top of the 651
@jeangrandy86724 ай бұрын
@@ThatROUGHTLifeit looked like you placed it in the pouch??
@kelenmartins14552 жыл бұрын
Would’ve been more if a precise tutorial if you provided the temperature you used. All the rest was good
@ThatROUGHTLife2 жыл бұрын
I appreciate the input!!! I had the heat press set at 400°
@tazzelady Жыл бұрын
@@ThatROUGHTLife yes, that was in the video
@crystalporter4344 Жыл бұрын
She said it around 4 minutes into the video.
@hiromimotojima Жыл бұрын
Why can't we use print and cut feature of cricut? If you print including registration marks, then press vinyl, laminate and sublimation paper for 60 seconds, then cut with Cricut, would not that be easier? Is there a reason you press laminate and sub paper separately?
@ThatROUGHTLife Жыл бұрын
I'm sure you could. I just don't use Cricut and I don't like to do print and cut.
@MaryAnnTPB2 жыл бұрын
Sounds awesome! I’m thinking of laminating the uncut vinyl before sending to machine to cut, hoping to skip a step of cutting again after laminating..
@ThatROUGHTLife2 жыл бұрын
Let me know!
@lacheledavis91172 жыл бұрын
Did it work.
@zragevii4705 Жыл бұрын
Was this successful?
@EJ3.16 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for this tutorial but I’m wondering is any issues with the Sun for this sublimation decal????
@ThatROUGHTLife Жыл бұрын
The one I did for this video has faded, but it lasted a while.
@EJ3.16 Жыл бұрын
@@ThatROUGHTLife okay thank you for replying I believe there’s a special spray to put on it right so it can last under the sun did you know which it’s????
@ThatROUGHTLife Жыл бұрын
@Ed Jmz I'm not sure. I'm sure Google knows! I will check it out and try it.
@sal2032 Жыл бұрын
Frog Juice uv spray. You can get it on Amazon.
@EJ3.16 Жыл бұрын
@@sal2032 thank you appreciate it...👍🏻
@sunnybunny222 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing. I liked your video but i feel like you left out a lot. i would like to have seen ALL the steps. i would rather have seen the work instead of you telling about the work...imagine camera facing down on the project. never the less, it is a good video. and i really do appreciate you making it.
@ThatROUGHTLife Жыл бұрын
Thank you and thanks for the tips!
@btmbyashlie2 жыл бұрын
What program are you using where you can print the offset without having to use the lines? I am using Cricut Design Space for my Cricut maker and I am having trouble with that part. I have successfully made stickers using your video, but can't figure out how to get them to cut nicely.
@ThatROUGHTLife2 жыл бұрын
I use Silhouette Studio. I started with the OG Cricut maybe 12 years ago. Once I upgraded to Silhouette, I haven't turned back. Lol
@billiebrown6263 Жыл бұрын
How does the sublimation on the vinyl hold up to weather and uv light on vehicle windows?
@ThatROUGHTLife Жыл бұрын
Mine has been on about a year and is fading. I will probably just make them for personal use since I can remake it myself when I want to replace it.
@billiebrown6263 Жыл бұрын
@@ThatROUGHTLife have you tried to add another layer of laminate on your final project to see if that helps?
@ThatROUGHTLife Жыл бұрын
@@billiebrown6263 I haven't, but I will!
@TheDwilliams1000 Жыл бұрын
Will the adhesive vinyl still stick after that heat is applied
@ThatROUGHTLife Жыл бұрын
Yes
@jeangrandy86724 ай бұрын
What temperature did you press these at?
@ThatROUGHTLifeАй бұрын
I do 400°
@lorifretheim86862 жыл бұрын
Can I use any type of vinyl or does it have to be especially for decals
@ThatROUGHTLife2 жыл бұрын
You need car decal vinyl for this project.
@lorifretheim86862 жыл бұрын
@@ThatROUGHTLife Orcal white 651 adhesive vinyl?
@ThatROUGHTLife2 жыл бұрын
@@lorifretheim8686 yes
@beccaboo99602 жыл бұрын
So y laminate? Only for the shine or is that the only way for the sublimation to stay with out wash off? Just got my sublimation printer and now waiting on ink before i can try anything my self.
@ThatROUGHTLife2 жыл бұрын
The sublimation ink shows up better and brighter on the laminate film.
@beccaboo99602 жыл бұрын
Oh ok thank you for the information!
@ThatROUGHTLife2 жыл бұрын
You're welcome! Be sure to subscribe and look out for more videos and tutorials!!
@tonyawheat361 Жыл бұрын
Can Siser permanent vinyl be used with the same results?
@ThatROUGHTLife Жыл бұрын
Yes
@candicase73412 жыл бұрын
I reviewed 3 times did u laminate the oracle in press at 400 for 60 sec 1st just can't catch if u said 60 sec then cool
@ThatROUGHTLife2 жыл бұрын
Yes. Press the laminate on the vinyl for 60 seconds, let it cool, then cut.
@lynettestarr56712 жыл бұрын
When I go to laminate the vinyl, I'm doing shiny side up but my paper sticks even after letting it cool for several minutes. Am I doing something wrong? If I try to peel it up, the vinyl wants to come with it. I'm using the same laminating sheets that you're using too.
@ThatROUGHTLife2 жыл бұрын
Is the laminate sticking or the copy paper?
@lynettestarr56712 жыл бұрын
@@ThatROUGHTLife I managed to get the laminate sheet to sub, but the laminate sheet itself didn't stick to the vinyl. My copy paper did stick to my vinyl though. Hopefully that makes sense?
@lynettestarr56712 жыл бұрын
@@ThatROUGHTLife So I'm basically ending up with a clear decal that sticks to nothing now. 🤔
@ThatROUGHTLife2 жыл бұрын
Press the laminate onto the white vinyl. It should stick if you press it for 60 seconds. Try adding more pressure. After that, cut the decal outline, then sub the image on top.
@lynettestarr56712 жыл бұрын
@@ThatROUGHTLife I am pressing the laminate to the white vinyl. It just peels off the vinyl and looks bubbly. :/ I'm trying it again with some more pressure though, so we will see 🤞
@rebaeaton402110 ай бұрын
I used white oracle 651 and the white disappeared when I pulled the back off 🤦🏼♀️ is this normal??
@ThatROUGHTLife10 ай бұрын
I've never experienced that.
@Pherine12 жыл бұрын
Love the video but you did'nt tell us how to apply it to your car window?
@ThatROUGHTLife2 жыл бұрын
Hey! Sorry about that!! Just remove the backing and apply the decal. It's super easy. You may want to clean the area first.
@coltmom396428 күн бұрын
What temperature for the one minute?
@ThatROUGHTLife28 күн бұрын
350°
@amandacollins2721 Жыл бұрын
Did you use clear or white 651
@ThatROUGHTLife Жыл бұрын
I used white
@MrShawnee12 жыл бұрын
How long will they last on a car or outdoor? Thank you
@ThatROUGHTLife2 жыл бұрын
I can't give a 100% accurate timeline,, but I put mine on my car for a few months and it has held up perfectly so far.
@zragevii4705 Жыл бұрын
@@ThatROUGHTLife just for curiosity, is that sticker still looking good?
@ThatROUGHTLife Жыл бұрын
@@zragevii4705 it is looking ok. The black has faded some
@Desiree-rq8yn Жыл бұрын
I’m struggling to know which side of thermal paper to use?
@ThatROUGHTLife Жыл бұрын
I struggle with that also. I buy the thermal pouches for 8.5x11 paper. That was it is connected on one side. The inside of the sheet is the thermal part. If I cut some off one side, I keep some attached so I know which side is still the inside. If that makes any sense.
@RainorShine12 жыл бұрын
Is there a matte finish as im not crazy with the shine.
@ThatROUGHTLife2 жыл бұрын
I'm not sure. I am subbing on top of laminate so there will automatically be shine. You could try matte vinyl, but I don't know if it would make a difference.
@RainorShine12 жыл бұрын
@@ThatROUGHTLife clear vinyl will leave a fog behind.
@ThatROUGHTLife2 жыл бұрын
@@RainorShine1 I have noticed that.
@joelowen5661 Жыл бұрын
What is the program your using?
@ThatROUGHTLife Жыл бұрын
Silhouette Studio
@flacacolon8949 Жыл бұрын
Are they weather proof ?
@ThatROUGHTLife Жыл бұрын
Yes, as long as you cut it big enough. I wouldn't go any smaller than 5 inches wide or tall.
@joelowen5661 Жыл бұрын
How long does the stickers last on a car?
@ThatROUGHTLife Жыл бұрын
Sticker lasts as long as a regular decal with Oracal 651 adhesive vinyl. Sublimation will fade. Check the comment thread about uv spray on Amazon to help protect from fading
@jennylowe44866 ай бұрын
I wonder if you sub on the vinyl then laminate if it will not fade as bad. @@ThatROUGHTLife
@ThatROUGHTLife6 ай бұрын
@@jennylowe4486 I need to try that.
@touringnotboring62009 ай бұрын
But where is the sticky side as it’s back to front ?
@habanero633222 күн бұрын
I do not understand why you laminate first instead of after.
@ThatROUGHTLife22 күн бұрын
The sublimation ink will adhere to the laminate not the vinyl. I feel like it would be easier to laminate a piece of white vinyl first, then cut it and sublimate it
@habanero633222 күн бұрын
@@ThatROUGHTLife I see thank you.
@ThatROUGHTLife22 күн бұрын
You're welcome
@tabathawhitaker53786 ай бұрын
I found this video very confusing, if you showed what you were doing and explain it like you are teaching someone that's never done it it would be more helpful
@ThatROUGHTLife6 ай бұрын
Thank you for the input! I appreciate the tips!
@stephaniecouillard798211 ай бұрын
I followed this method twice and both times it did not work.
@ThatROUGHTLife11 ай бұрын
I'm sorry it didn't work for you. I'm working on getting a new method for everyone
@stephaniecouillard798211 ай бұрын
I look forward to trying any new ways you may think of.
@heatherm9124 Жыл бұрын
Not understanding 😞
@ThatROUGHTLife Жыл бұрын
It can be tricky!!
@msterrakful Жыл бұрын
I follow the steps but the image is coming out on the sticky side. Any tips