I would also suggest in investing in a cricut tool set for weeding and a scraper for getting your vinyl to stick to first the transfer tape and then your projects.
What kind of vinyl to use for mugs.
There are different types depending on the application.
To mark the mugs where the vinyl decal is going to go use a dry erase marker and draw a line down the mugs in the rack.
First what type of vinyl do you use on a mug.
Which vinyl to use on mugs.
They all go in the dishwasher at my house so i like to know that they ll hold up.
Cricut is our 3rd and final choice as a vinyl for mugs.
Permanent outdoor vinyl is perfect for outdoor signs car decals mugs or other items that will go through the dishwasher most permanent vinyl has a glossy finish but not all oracal 641 is a matte vinyl with a permanent adhesive permanent vinyl can be removed but it may do damage to walls paint etc.
These cups have been through the dishwasher without being sealed a hundred times and still look great.
Applying the vinyl to the mugs.
We have used cricut permanent vinyl on many mugs and cups.
For vinyl on mugs however you want one that will last a really long time.
After donning an oven mitt gently slide your mug into the press attachment and lift the press lever until it is fully closed.
So far i ve never had a design peel.
I also use 651 or permanent vinyl when i m making mugs travel mugs plates tumblers etc.
Make sure to do the front and the back since we are applying two decals per mug.
And then we re going to do a test of all the different types of vinyl one can put on a mug from adhesive vinyl to heat transfer vinyl you know the stuff you iron on.
I also love having cricut cutting mats in both the 12x12 and.
For mugs or anything that s going to get washed you are going to want to make sure you use a permanent vinyl you will also need transfer tape to transfer your design.
Best vinyl for mugs.
We ll talk about designs that look best on mugs.
If they re a leftie make sure you have the vinyl on the front of the mug when the handle pointing to the left 4.
If you are selling your cricut projects i d definitely recommend using permanent or 651 vinyl on mugs.
For instance you want a vinyl design on your wall to come off when you are tired of it so you would need a removable vinyl.