Cricut machines are a popular tool for crafters, allowing them to cut out intricate designs from a variety of materials. But can a Cricut cut iron-on fabric?
The answer is yes! With the right settings and materials, you can use your Cricut machine to create beautiful iron-on projects.
What is Iron-On Fabric? Iron-on fabric is a type of material that can be adhered to another surface by applying heat from an iron. It’s often used to customize t-shirts, hats, bags and other items with designs or text. It’s available in many colors and finishes and comes in either woven or knit fabric options.
How to Cut Iron-On Fabric with a Cricut Before you start cutting iron-on fabric with your Cricut machine, you’ll need to make sure you have the right supplies. You’ll need iron-on vinyl, transfer tape, an appropriate cutting mat and blade, as well as fabric scissors or shears. Once you have all the necessary supplies on hand, it’s time to get cutting!
Start by prepping your design in Design Space™ software. Select “Iron On Vinyl” as your material type and adjust the cut settings according to the directions for your specific type of vinyl.
For example, if you’re using Standard Iron On Vinyl (SILV), set the blade depth to “4” and select “Iron On Smooth Heat Transfer Masking Paper” as your transfer tape material. Once you’ve adjusted all the settings in Design Space™, click “Make It!” and follow the onscreen instructions for loading your material into your Cricut machine.
When it comes time to actually cut out your design, make sure you place your iron-on vinyl onto the cutting mat with the shiny side down. This will help ensure that it cuts correctly and that all of the details of your design come through clearly once it has been transferred onto fabric. After you finish loading the cutting mat into your Cricut machine, press “Go!” and watch as it swiftly cuts out each shape or letter in your design.
Transferring Your Design
Once all of your pieces have been cut out, it’s time for transferring them onto fabric! Start by removing any excess material from around each piece of vinyl before placing them onto their designated spot on the garment (or other item).
Then cover each piece with transfer tape before pressing firmly with an iron set on high heat (no steam). Make sure to hold down firmly for about 15 seconds before peeling away the transfer tape.
With these easy steps in mind, you can use a Cricut machine to create beautiful custom designs on fabrics using iron-on vinyl! Whether it’s t-shirts for a family reunion or bags for friends’ birthdays – creating unique items with just a few clicks is now easier than ever.
Conclusion: In conclusion, yes – a Cricut can cut iron on fabric when used properly! With some simple steps outlined above – such as ensuring correct settings in Design Space™ software, adequate supplies like transfer tape and scissors on hand – any crafter can easily create custom designs on fabrics using their own Cricut machine!