Does Glitter Vinyl Require A Mirror Image

In this cricut tutorial i am showing you some tips for weeding cricut glitter vinyl.

Does glitter vinyl require a mirror image. So why not make your own. It s a stunning product but does require a bit more work. Mirror signs look a maz ing at weddings. Use the recommended cut settings in your silhouette then do a few test cuts to make sure they work.

Use an outline to create a print file just a little larger than the cut path. This product does fall into the marine vinyl line which means does have a smooth vinyl on top of a knitted backing opposed to the canvas backing that the mirror canvas has. I have made this mistake multiple times. If a portion of the image isn t sticking replace the liner over the iron on film and iron that section with the iron tip for an additional 10 seconds moving it back and forth with firm pressure directly over loose edges.

You will cut any heat transfer vinyl from the back side so must mirror your image. If you re using htv heat transfer vinyl you do mirror your image. You just need a vinyl decal a blank mirror and some transfer tape. Sheets are 9 x 12 inches rolls are 12 x 52 inches.

However if your adhesive vinyl is going on the inside of a window or similar you mirror the design before cutting. You have to mirror because you are cutting it backward. The transfer tape for iron on vinyl is next to the sticky part of your mat. For the written ins.

I have made this mistake multiple times. Do not layer on top of holographic holographic sparkle foil glitter glitter mesh or flocked iron on. You will need to place the material face down on your mat then cut the back of the material with your design. Once you have it set be sure to mirror the image before you print.

You don t have to add registration marks but you do have to consider how to align the printed sublimation overlay with the cut file. Once your heat press reaches the desired temperature place your garment on the heat. Design the image or quote for your vinyl. Print and weed your vinyl.

Thank goodness it s that easy. Design and application tips for sublimating glitter heat transfer vinyl fig 1.