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Buying Guide: TeckWrap Craft Heat Transfer Vinyl
If you are looking for top-of-the-line heat transfer vinyl, look no further than TeckWrap Craft. You can’t find the heat transfer vinyl (HTV) design you are looking for? Don’t worry because TeckWrap Craft has it! TeckWrap Craft boasts its wide collection of HTV for you to choose from.
TeckWrap offers HTV in sheets, rolls, and bundles. Most beginning crafters prefer to purchase the starter pack which contains 22 pre-cut sheets of HTV that are a mix of colors and styles.
TeckWrap Craft’s heat transfer vinyl is of premium quality and is manufactured to work well for your crafting needs. HTV is easy to cut and suitable for most vinyl cutting machines. It is easy to weed and iron-on. You will definitely enjoy every crafting project you do!
What is heat transfer vinyl?
Heat transfer vinyl is also referred to as heat press vinyl, or iron-on vinyl. Heat transfer vinyl is a specialty vinyl that is specifically designed for fabrics and surfaces that can withstand heat. HTV comes in different colors, styles, and finishes.
HTV adds a personal touch to garments such as logos, images, and names. There are so many crafters who love working with HTV that have turned their passion into a business.As a beginner, before diving into crafting, you must first have a good idea about HTV and how it is used.
HTV is a heat-activated vinyl. The vinyl is permanently transferred to any garment when heat is applied with the right pressure, temperature, and sufficient time.
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Types of Heat Press Vinyl
An assortment of stunning HTV are available for you to choose. All of these styles can be used for amazing crafting projects. Here are the available HTV styles offered by TeckWrap Craft:
- PU metallic
- PU rainbow stripes
- PU marble
- Galaxy
- Metallic
- Glossy pearlescent
- Reflective
- Holographic
- Chameleon
- Flock
- Glitter
- Puff
- Glow-in-the-dark
- Colorful camouflage
- Opal
- Colorful splash
- Buffalo plaid
- Animal print
- Color-changing
- Pattern
PU Metallic Heat Transfer Vinyl in Rose Gold
Also Available in Rainbow Stripe, Silver, Dull Gold, Peacock Blue, and Flame Red
The glossy pearlescent heat transfer vinyl comes in a bundle of five dazzling colors such as rose gold, lilac, mint, gold, and cyan blue. This vinyl type is compatible with most vinyl cutters and can strongly adhere to 100% cotton.
Reflective heat transfer vinyl literally stands out because of its reflective shine and luster. It is stretchable and ultra-thin which makes it easy to cut and weed. It can be applied to t-shirts, workout gear, safety clothing gear, and costumes.
Also Available in Sky Blue, Royal Blue, Pink, Black, Violet, Green, Aqua, Silver, Crystal Gold, Red, and Many More
If you are looking for a vinyl style that is sparkly and has a rhinestone effect, you should give holographic heat transfer vinyl a try! This vinyl gives off a glistening prism-like visual effect. You can create graphics, patterns, and shape designs with this vinyl.
Also Available In Purple Charm Blue, Purple Charm Red, and Many More
You can make dazzling and stunning garment decals that change shade when the chameleon HTV moves along with the garment. It is lightweight, durable, and flexible making it easy to work on intricate designs and small letters.
Flock HTV is a cheaper alternative for embroidery patches and can be added as a fashion statement. It has a non-shiny, faux suede texture. This vinyl can be used for shirts, tote bags, and pillows.
If you want a fun 3D decal, you will love puff heat transfer vinyl. This vinyl is made from 100% polyurethane and is super soft and has a matte finish. This is a versatile vinyl because it can be used on shirts, hoodies, and athletic wear.
Glitter HTV is eye-catching and a great choice for shirt application. You can have a fashionable shirt without the extra cost. However, when working with glitter HTV, you need to apply more heat and pressure than other vinyl types.
DIY crafters are in for a special treat because of the glow-in-the-dark HTV. It looks amazing during the day and glows in a dark space. This vinyl is pressure sensitive and super smooth. This vinyl is perfect for Halloween shirts, hoodies, trick-or-treat bags, and many more.
Wow! TeckWrap Craft indeed has a wide selection of HTV for you to choose from! You can definitely make interesting and amazing projects for yourself, as gifts for family and friends, or to put up a business.
Tools for HTV Application
When starting your crafting journey with heat transfer vinyl, aside from your HTV of choice, you need to invest in a number of tools. The most basic and important equipment you need for starting up are the heat press, and cutting machine. Also, below is the list of other supplies you need to begin crafting with HTV.
Vinyl Cutter
There are several vinyl cutters in the market. These cutters come in different sizes to accommodate varying production needs. To start, you can opt for a Silhouette Cameo which is a desktop vinyl cutting machine. You can upgrade to a faster cutter when your business is growing.
Silhouette Studio software comes with the Silhouette Cameo. This software is used to create designs and to command the cutting machine.
Heat Press
A heat press is important for it provides the heat necessary to activate the adhesive of the HTV. It sandwiches the fabric or heat-resistant surface and the HTV together for a permanent fix.
As a beginner, you should know that the important thing to look into when purchasing a heat press is its size. If you are on a tight budget, you can start with a 9”x12” heat press. This will serve you fine until you can upgrade to an industry standard heat press of 16”x20” or larger.
Heat Transfer Vinyl
Your crafting project won't be complete without your TeckWrap Craft heat transfer vinyl of choice. If your first project is a T-shirt decal, maybe you can choose from an HTV line with different colors and styles such as a glitter HTV, puff HTV, color-changing, or glow-in-the-dark HTV.
T-shirt or garment
Heat transfer vinyl works well with most fabrics. It can be applied to cotton, polyester, leather, and blends.
Weeding Tool
When working with vinyl, you need to weed out excess vinyl after it has been cut. To make crafting easier and faster, you need a reliable weeding tool to do the work. TeckWrap Craft has tons of weeding pen designs for you to choose from. A weeder and scrap collector are also available for you to purchase on the website.
Teflon Cover Sheet
A cover sheet is needed to protect the garment from the heat when exposed to the heat press. It also helps in preventing the vinyl from melting. A teflon cover sheet is necessary when you are layering because the vinyl will be exposed to heat multiple times. You may also use parchment paper as an alternative.
Heat Transfer Vinyl Application Process
Here are a few basic steps on how to apply heat transfer vinyl on fabrics or garments:
Step 1: Designing
When all your equipment, supplies, and work area are ready, it is time to make your cut file. Cut files are designs you make using a computer to cut onto the vinyl. If you are starting out and you don't know how to customize a design, there are pre-made designs in the software that you can use.
Most of the softwares are user-friendly. There are also several tutorials you can view online. When designing, do double check if your settings are correct and that your entire design will be cut to your desired size.
Step 2: Cutting
Before you cut heat transfer vinyl, make sure that the image is mirrored. Before placing your vinyl on the cutting mat, you need to be familiar with both sides of the heat transfer vinyl.
The vinyl has two sides - shiny and dull. The shiny side is the clear carrier sheet which maintains the heat transfer vinyl in place during application. The dull side, on the other hand, is the adhesive side of the heat transfer vinyl.
The dull side of the vinyl should face up when placed on the cutting machine. This is the side that will stick to the fabric when heat is applied. Set your cutter to the appropriate cut settings for different brands of heat transfer vinyl that have different thicknesses.
Step 3: Weeding
You need to remove excess vinyl that is not part of your cut design. You may use your hands or a weeding tool to do this.
Step 4: Applying Heat
Position the t-shirt or any garment on the heat press’ bottom plate. Then, position and align your transfer on the fabric and cover with teflon. Position, your HTV in the proper direction. You don't need to mirror the image.
For the recommended temperature and pressure settings, you may refer to the article by clicking this link. Once you have pressed the garment, you can remove the plastic carrier sheet. You finally have your finished product! Good job!
Ordering and Shipping
TeckWrap Craft can ship within the US and worldwide. You can get exclusive perks if you become a TeckWrap dealer by joining the wholesale program.
You may fill up your cart by adding tons of vinyl to your wish list. Better yet, purchase your vinyl now and start crafting! With TeckWrap, shopping for vinyl has never been this easy.
FAQs
What vinyl do you use for heat transfer?
For heat transfer, you should definitely use heat transfer vinyl or iron-on vinyl. This is a special type of vinyl for it is heat activated and easily adheres to fabrics. HTV is available in sheets and rolls.
Is reflective vinyl hot or cold peel?
Reflective vinyl is a warm or hot peel product. This means you can remove the carrier sheet after it has been pressed using a heat press or an iron.
Is HTV and iron-on the same?
Yes, heat transfer vinyl is also called iron-on vinyl. This type of vinyl requires heat for the adhesive to activate. A heat press or an iron can be used for project making.
Browse Our HTV Collection Today!
You now have a better understanding of what an HTV is, how to apply it, and the material best to apply it on. The initial equipment investment can make you doubt whether to pursue a crafting endeavor or not. However, if you think about it, the investment is worth it especially if you can earn from it.
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You can always improve your skills by trying out each HTV and experimenting on them. Customers would definitely like seeing something new from you each time. If you have concerns, you may always contact TeckWrap Craft for suggestions. Assistance will surely be extended to our loyal customers. Happy crafting!