Cutting flock HTV in a Cricut machine can be a daunting task for first-timers. But with the right technique, it’s easy to get professional-looking results. Flock HTV is a type of heat transfer vinyl that has a soft and plush feel resembling velvet. It’s perfect for adding a unique and textured look to t-shirts, sweatshirts, bags, and more.
To cut flock HTV in your Cricut machine here are the steps you need to take:
Step 1: Load your flock HTV onto your Cricut cutting mat with the shiny side down and the bumpy side facing up. Be sure to secure it with some masking tape or painter’s tape so that it doesn’t move around while you are cutting. Step 2: Open up Design Space and select the design you want to cut from your library or create one from scratch.
Once you have your design ready, set up your cut settings for flock HTV. This includes selecting the material type as “Flock” on your Cricut machine, setting the pressure setting to high, and adjusting the speed to medium or slow depending on the complexity of your design.
Step 3: Send your design over to the Cricut machine and let it do its thing! When it is done cutting out your design, gently remove it from the mat using tweezers or an x-acto knife if there are any intricate details that need some extra care. Step 4: Weed away any excess material that is not part of your design using weeding tools. This will give you crisp lines and ensure that only parts of your design make it onto whatever fabric item you are applying them too.
Following these steps should help you get professional-looking results when cutting out flock HTV in a Cricut machine. With just a bit of practice, soon enough you’ll be able to whip up custom apparel with ease!