Preventing Heat Press Marks on Polyester for Sublimation

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Ever had a polyester shirt get ruined after sublimation from heat press marks? Those marks can be permanent as polyester fabric has a memory and any indentions can be hard to get out. So, let's talk about preventing heat press marks on polyester so your sublimation crafts are more professional. It is probably easier than you think! I have two methods including using pressing pillows as well as a heat-resistant foam. Follow along to see which of these will work for you!
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0:00 Introduction
0:10 What are press marks?
0:49 Supplies
3:42 No pillow or foam
6:15 Using foam
10:39 Using pressing pillows
14:10 Which is better?
17:25 Wrap up

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@one_smol_duck Жыл бұрын

Oh this is amazing! I thought the press lines were just a fact of life with sublimation. Thank you for this tip, can't wait to try it out.

@614barbara 2 жыл бұрын

Great video! I like the way your instructions are easy to understand for those of us just starting out with sublimation!

@AngieHolden 2 жыл бұрын

Great to hear!

@bobsmith3790 2 жыл бұрын

This is a dynamite technique! If I’m doing this well I really have to thank you for helping me get there. You’re a treasure to anyone wanting to learn this art.

@LadyG1 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for always being so detailed...refreshing

@rikkiejager2265 3 жыл бұрын

Great video!! I use the foam and I fold protective paper and place my foam inside... slides into project easier!

@AngieHolden 3 жыл бұрын

I love that tip!!! Thanks!

@sunseeker8457 3 жыл бұрын

In my view. Your best video so far! Many people are doing / trying all the tips from many KZfaq videos. But I am sure many watch a video then go and try it that way. I do. And we have seen many video's about the pillows etc. But we all have different machines and we have to adjust things and try again and again until it's right. But they are NOT that many video's like this that help us over come some of the problems we all get. So thank-you for this video.

@AngieHolden 3 жыл бұрын

I appreciate that!

@tchili1 3 жыл бұрын

As the lady below just said, you gave me the EXACT info I needed so much. Thank you! WHEW! Couldn't understand why in the world I was getting all those ugly lines. Am off to order the pillows now. Thank you, Angie, for ALWAYS doing things the RIGHT WAY and not short cutting things or leaving out important details. Think for all the crafters out there, you are in my top 2 favs! Wishing you a very happy and safe Memorial Day!

@AngieHolden 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@lindacarreras3315 2 жыл бұрын

Angie, the heat press pillows on Amazon are of brownish cover instead of white. Would that affect the outcome once pressed, meaning turning shirt yellowish?

@jemmy2323 Жыл бұрын

They don’t color your shirts.

@feltthefluff 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! You are just so generous with you time and knowledge! Be well!

@AngieHolden 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! You too!

@HDEFMAN1 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this very informative video. I really enjoyed watching this. You have just convinced me to go buy some pressing pillows for my first foray into dye sub!

@AngieHolden 2 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@jackiewoolard4359 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video. I am just getting into sublimation and love your videos!!!!!

@AngieHolden 2 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome!

@Reneesfun 3 жыл бұрын

This is EXACTLY the video that I needed. I often get those press lines when using off brand thin polyester shirts. I think that I have some of those pillows but not sure if I have the right sizes. I’ll check your link. Thanks!!!

@AngieHolden 3 жыл бұрын

Yay! Happy to help!

@kristinparker1495 2 жыл бұрын

I was getting frustrated with press & paper lines but I watched your tutorial and just pressed a shirt following your guidelines with the pressing pillow and had NO lines. Thank you!

@AngieHolden 2 жыл бұрын

Great job!

@donnaboshaw4553 2 жыл бұрын

You must be doing something right, the foam you recommended is on back order. Well done, can't wait to get it!

@AngieHolden 2 жыл бұрын

Ha! Sorry about that!

@tinaclark5659 Жыл бұрын

Thank you! Been struggling with this. Simple fix to make great products!

@AngieHolden Жыл бұрын

Happy to help!

@joyscranfield5527 3 жыл бұрын

Get tutorial, think I would go with lighter colored pillows, fraying, tearing, edges of paper is great way to go. Thank you Angie Holden!

@AngieHolden 3 жыл бұрын

Sounds great!

@soexcitedpartyrentals6640 Жыл бұрын

thank you for sharing, the information is very helpful.

@pamelaglossop2734 2 жыл бұрын

I love your videos. You are very helpful. thank you

@CustomCreationsbyKristin 9 ай бұрын

Your best video I have found!

@AngieHolden 9 ай бұрын

Wow, thanks!

@meitsjust 3 жыл бұрын

Yes ! You have such a great channel and it's like you read my mind.

@AngieHolden 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Thank you!

@meitsjust 3 жыл бұрын

I'd love to see a video about having a design to big to press in one pressing.😁

@AngieHolden 3 жыл бұрын

Hmmm...I might have to make that happen!

@meitsjust 3 жыл бұрын

@@AngieHolden 💓

@bitsinmyblood Жыл бұрын

This was very helpful!

@lorenescreativecorner 3 жыл бұрын

very helpful video! thank you for sharing!

@AngieHolden 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@EJsFunCrafting 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@Bristolgrl 3 жыл бұрын

I LOVE your shirt! That’s me! 😂🤣☺️. I love all of your videos

@AngieHolden 3 жыл бұрын

HA! I was wondering how long it would take someone to comment on that! It is totally ME!

@juliasnider5905 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Angie so much! I just started into Sublimation and did not know the lines would happen. 😳 This video helps alot!!

@FilomenaDapaz 3 жыл бұрын

Love your videos

@darlahpotechin1668 Жыл бұрын

When I used to get press marks on blankets which shows even more than shirts, I would literally press the rest of the blanket and then no press marks. Years later, I found pressing pillows and Vapor foam. But even though it took extra time, it did compress all therefore making the press marks go while flattening all. Hope that makes sense.

@AngieHolden Жыл бұрын

Definitely!

@burgcreekdesigns4963 2 жыл бұрын

Wow you just helped me so much. Truly appreciate it!! :)

@AngieHolden 2 жыл бұрын

Glad I could help!

@marcelwoingue-dagrou2556 3 жыл бұрын

So informative and always nice videos, thank you very much for your hard work !

@AngieHolden 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you like them!

@StoneHazeCraze 2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic .. keep them coming

@StoneHazeCraze 2 жыл бұрын

Also my 1st attempt the heat resistant tape left yellow lines ( the tape is yellow) what did I did I do wrong?

@AngieHolden 2 жыл бұрын

The tape is the issue. Try a different brand of tape. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/i9iDl6enz7erfnk.html

@StoneHazeCraze 2 жыл бұрын

I have to say Angie I have watched so many cricut tutorials ever since I received my cricut maker 3 . None of these measures up to the quality and information you provide to your viewers especially the comparison videos .. Thank you kindly for all your advice and help

@terrybarnhill8451 Жыл бұрын

I was happy I was able to steam my lines out of my project. Before that I put a border around my design to hide it.

@Lyriclover5591 Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@AngieHolden Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

@marycicero2685 2 жыл бұрын

As usual your awesome! And I need that shirt soooo me!

@AngieHolden 2 жыл бұрын

So me as well! It got it on Amazon!

@AnaSilva-ux6us 3 жыл бұрын

Great video!!! Thank you so much for sharing your talent!!! Can you tell me what temperature you used and time to sublimate please??? Thanks again🌸

@AngieHolden 3 жыл бұрын

Honestly I don't remember! I believe I used the time and temp on the ASub paper for sublimation.

@stephaniegarton9172 2 жыл бұрын

Great video as always, thank you! I'm new to sublimation and noticed the marks on two shirts I did (luckily they were just for myself) so this was very helpful. I also sublimate garden flags and have the same issue with the press marks. Should I use a heat press pillow instead of the Cricut EasyPress mat? I use a Cricut EasyPress and use the EasyPress mat under the flag, but the mat is bigger than the flag.

@AngieHolden 2 жыл бұрын

I like the pillow for the larger variety in sizing so that I can use them as shown.

@waynecordingley4157 3 жыл бұрын

Great video. A lot of setup and looks like you have to be pretty exact lining up the foam and the design.

@AngieHolden 3 жыл бұрын

Not terribly exact but you do have to be careful.

@yurivalent161 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you

@AngieHolden 3 жыл бұрын

You're welcome!

@bevodaniel3384 3 жыл бұрын

Great video. I find pre made pressing pillows too expensive. You can easily make your own with the foam and ironing board fabric. That way you can make custom sizes for a lot less expense.

@AngieHolden 3 жыл бұрын

That's a great idea!

@trinapullum3986 2 жыл бұрын

What kind of foam is required and where can I purchase?

@bevodaniel3384 2 жыл бұрын

@@trinapullum3986 the foam is what you use to make replacement cushions for chairs and such. It’s called high density foam padding and it’s usually green. The fabric is for ironing board covers, usually silver metallic. Both found at fabric stores.

@JORGINHODONASCIMENTO 3 жыл бұрын

Great video as always! Do you get the same "memory effect" on poly/cotton sublimation?

@AngieHolden 3 жыл бұрын

It is less noticeable but I try to use these steps for shirts with any poly content to be safe.

@dereksherwin2168 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for your videos. They are very helpful!!!!

@AngieHolden 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you like them!

@kathleenwilds1624 3 жыл бұрын

Angie … love this video. Did you attempt the first one with ripping the A-Sub paper? I wonder if just having the paper ripped alone is helpful … on one of my recent projects I even got marks on my polyester from the heat tape! So frustrating!

@AngieHolden 3 жыл бұрын

It helps a little as you can't see the lines as much but then you still run into the problem with the tape as it will be pushed into the fabric (as you mentioned).

@lilycopeland4525 3 жыл бұрын

Would any type of roll foam work? Or does it have to be the specific one that is on your description? And thank you for all your helpful videos! About to start sublimation and you are my to go to videos.

@AngieHolden 3 жыл бұрын

I recommend what I am using as it is heat resistant.

@michelleeilers9863 2 жыл бұрын

Great video! Question when using the Cricut press mat in my swing heat press I am no no longer getting the pressing lines(TY) however it is changing the color of the shirt (making the grey a little lighter). I'm following the back of Asub paper recommendations of 400 for 35-40 sec. Any ideas on what would cause this?

@AngieHolden 2 жыл бұрын

Did you leave them sit a bit and see if the color came back? Or try washing them? You can also cover the ENTIRE area with butcher paper to see if that helps.

@Tinebearcrafts Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the great video! My press marks are grey for some reason. I used my sawgrass printer and used a Teflon sheet on top of my design but it was too small so I have dark grey lines where the Teflon sheet did not cover. But my question is where the Teflon sheet was covering the design I have a light grey shadow in the shape of my heat press. What does that mean? I did 385 degrees F for 50 seconds. Maybe my settings were incorrect?

@AngieHolden Жыл бұрын

Settings sound right. Sounds like it damaged the fabric?

@pamelasmallwood5722 3 жыл бұрын

Great video! Thank you for sharing. On larger shirts how do you prevent getting marks from the size of the platen? I hope I’m explaining that well. For examples, I have a 16x20 press. When I press an XL shirt I see the entire outline of the top platen on the shirt.

@pamelasmallwood5722 3 жыл бұрын

Also, what temp, time and pressure are you using?

@AngieHolden 3 жыл бұрын

Oh good question! This should help with that as well as the platen will not be all the way down on the bottom plate if that makes sense and your shirt will not be sandwiched by the edges.

@harvestcollection9133 2 жыл бұрын

Does this method work? I also get the mark from the top plate

@CelticMist7 3 жыл бұрын

When using iron-on vinyl, is the only option to make sure the vinyl hangs over the pillow, because you can't tear the carrier sheet?

@AngieHolden 3 жыл бұрын

Correct. Only option is to use a pillow, foam, or mat under your design. Making the pillow larger than the design but smaller than the carrier sheet would be ideal in that situation.

@lindacarreras7088 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for all your great videos. I have a question on using Infusible ink on poly shirts. I get not only the lines, but white ghost Y background. I use Cricut heat press. Would heat pillows solve my problem? Thank you.

@AngieHolden 2 жыл бұрын

I am not understanding the ghost background issue? Are you using a white shirt?

@ruthshellnorth-troup7351 3 жыл бұрын

With the pressing pillow can you put it behind the tee and put paper inside the tee. If you don’t have the right size PP.

@AngieHolden 3 жыл бұрын

It does best if your pressing pillow is larger than your design but smaller than your paper. That way the edges lay over the sides of the pillow. In a pinch though, I think doing what you are saying is better than nothing!

@mamieslife1954M 3 жыл бұрын

Can you use the pillows or foam with infusible ink sheets and iron on vinyl

@AngieHolden 3 жыл бұрын

Yes definitely!

@wiembensalemchouikha4767 Жыл бұрын

You are doing really good job 👏 I just started and am facing a problem of burn just around the heat resistant tape and idk why all the rest is fine have you an idea why us this happening please 🙏 Really appreciate your help

@AngieHolden Жыл бұрын

My guess would be the brand of tape you are using.

@sharonbrown7715 3 жыл бұрын

Question. Could you put the pillow or foam under the shirt and paper in the shirt and have the same results?

@AngieHolden 3 жыл бұрын

That should work!

@elizabethk8938 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Angie! Thanks for a great video. My question is would this technique work with the new Cricut Autopress?

@AngieHolden 2 жыл бұрын

I have not tried it on that machine but I think it would!

@christysavoy9332 2 жыл бұрын

Need advice on how to hest press a high heat transfer on 100% polyester shower curtain. What temp and how long would I press it with clam shell hest press

@AngieHolden 2 жыл бұрын

I would just use the time and temperature you usually use for polyester.

@ehodge54 2 жыл бұрын

Great video, Angie. Do heat press marks only show up if you're using the Cricut EP or do they show up in "regular" heat presses too?

@AngieHolden 2 жыл бұрын

Any heat press can leave them.

@bobslfcu773 2 жыл бұрын

I agree with the comments below, you are good at explaining things, and all business. Is the foam reusable or is it one use only?

@AngieHolden 2 жыл бұрын

Reusable! Many many times!

@smugbasterd 2 жыл бұрын

Hi! We do our shirts on 8" x 11", and use a lot of that area leaving little leeway for the pillow, what size would you recommend. Or would you recommend the hand cut foam option for that? Thanks in advance!

@AngieHolden 2 жыл бұрын

The hand cut foam may work better in that case as you could customize it.

@gretchenmoore3485 2 жыл бұрын

Great video!! Can you use the Cricut Heat press instead of the Siser Heat Press?

@AngieHolden 2 жыл бұрын

Yes it should work. It is just harder to control the pressure.

@elunico4257 2 жыл бұрын

Would this help with sublimation scorch marks? I've tried different temperatures and time but still get scorch marks that don't go away.

@AngieHolden 2 жыл бұрын

No not really. I do address scorching here: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/n7Z-qaaKqMyqe3U.html

@valeriehofmann2615 2 жыл бұрын

I like the polyester shirts better then blends as they don't leave press lines. The cricut shirts are nice and thick and don't leave lines

@AngieHolden 2 жыл бұрын

Definitely the Cricut shirts are really good!

@kcurrier32 3 жыл бұрын

Are you able to use the Cricut software to print a sublimation without the print then cut black lines?

@AngieHolden 3 жыл бұрын

No you cannot. Here is a video for you with options: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/iq2Rn8tnxsi6Yas.html

@Roci02 3 жыл бұрын

Love ur video :) every video I learn alot u explain it so well. Quick question hope u get to read and answer, what transfer paper u recommend for black/dark colors? I been using few different ones and some start peeling. I dont know what Im doing wrong? I had to stop making tshirts :( ... Thank you chica

@AngieHolden 3 жыл бұрын

I have a video coming up on this but I am trying to test a wide variety of things before I recommend something.

@Roci02 3 жыл бұрын

Yazz I cant wait omg that would be a great help. Thank you

@lizettedekock4203 5 ай бұрын

If I do a trucker cap, how do I prevent the press marks from the cap please? And do you know maybe how to sublimate on that whole white front piece of the trucker cap

@AngieHolden 5 ай бұрын

Those can be tricky. Try oversizing your paper so you tape on the mesh parts. And sublimating the entire front is going to be hard to do!

@shayannagreer4422 2 жыл бұрын

Could you put the protective paper inside the shirt, but the foam or pressing pillow underneath and get the same results?

@AngieHolden 2 жыл бұрын

That would probably be fine!

@aminam4405 3 жыл бұрын

what is the reccomended time and heat. I burnt my shirt and im using Asub. it doesnt mention how much for a shirt...:(

@AngieHolden 3 жыл бұрын

The first thing I do is see if the shirt has any recommendations from the manufacturer. If not, ASub paper has a insert in the box that has recommendations for materials. I use the recommendation from that.

@shadia2000 7 ай бұрын

How thick is the foam? The link to the foam above no longer works but I'm excited to try this out!

@AngieHolden 7 ай бұрын

I updated it to a working link. Sorry!

@lisahall818 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Angie, the foam, is it a special type of foam or would any sort of firm foam do?

@AngieHolden 3 жыл бұрын

You would want it to be heat resistant so I purchase the foam that is intended for this.

@jennyperson3217 Жыл бұрын

How do you print without the black rectangle around the design? To be able to leave the paper larger than the pillow.

@AngieHolden Жыл бұрын

Try this: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/ocydrdV908nLmJ8.html

@amanahjane-jewelleryaccess1727 11 ай бұрын

Do you have any tips on tape marks?? I have found I don’t have pressing lines but where the image is taped the tape is leaving marks? Any tips on that?

@AngieHolden 11 ай бұрын

Same tips for that. You can also try a spray adhesive and not use tape.

@lindacarreras7088 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Angie, would you do a video on heat press pressure adjustment/settings? I purchased a Craft Pro and follow the instructions to test the pressure, but I’m getting lines from the top platen onto the poly shirt. I called them and they said I just had to keep trying and find the right pressure. Is 400 degrees/60 seconds the recommended setting for sub on either Cricut Easy Press and regular heat press? Thank you.

@AngieHolden 2 жыл бұрын

It really is just feel and testing. There really isn't any trick to it that I can figure out!

@lindacarreras7088 2 жыл бұрын

@@AngieHolden Thank you Angie.

@svholleyday Жыл бұрын

I Found if i pressed the entire shirt after transfer, press lines dissappear...has worked for me!

@selinajanie 2 жыл бұрын

Do you know what the difference of the grams on the sublimation paper makes? I see that Asub sells difference in grams

@AngieHolden 2 жыл бұрын

It is intended to be for the difference in your images and how much ink you are printing. I tend to stay with one.

@taraleigh72 2 жыл бұрын

how long and what temp do you usually pre heat any of the shirts I feel like it leaves a box image on the shirt from the press?

@AngieHolden 2 жыл бұрын

For preheat, I just put it in there for like 4 or 5 seconds. I would definitely turn the pressure down if you are leaving a box from preheat.

@ibnshabazz9630 Жыл бұрын

I got a mouse pad and the same thing you’re holding in the video with my sublimation printer and some white cloth. What are these for? Thought it was a beverage holder lol

@AngieHolden Жыл бұрын

The white cloth may be Teflon or just a polyester sloth. I am not sure what you are referencing as far as the beverage holder?

@nananjdz 3 жыл бұрын

Can you use the Cricut heat press mats to accomplish the same results as the pressing pillows?

@AngieHolden 3 жыл бұрын

I haven't used them for that but they would probably work. The drawback is there are only three sizes. As stated in the video, the size is important.

@cindythayer1445 3 жыл бұрын

Hi- how do you get your reds correct? Mine keep coming out too orange-looking. Thanks

@AngieHolden 3 жыл бұрын

I am having an issue with reds even after the ICC profile I added. All you can do is pick a different deeper red.

@ashleymarie7921 6 ай бұрын

Why do you have to have the different sizes? Just wondering. I did my first sublimation project tonight and used my easy press and mat and got some press lines. Thanks

@AngieHolden 6 ай бұрын

Different sizes of pads are used under the project so that the edges of the paper hang off.

@karenmartin5277 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Angie. I use a Cricut Easy Press 2 and the Cricut pressing pad. Just getting into sublimation. Would I need an additional pad or foam to avoid the pressing lines? Thank you.

@AngieHolden 3 жыл бұрын

I haven't tried the Cricut pad but it should work. The only issue is sizing as I explain here how you want a pad of a certain size for each item you are making.

@karenmartin5277 3 жыл бұрын

@@AngieHolden Yes, of course....senior moment :)

@whitney7493 Жыл бұрын

Hi Angie, thank you for making all of these videos! You may have answered this before but can you sublimate on a 92% polyester/8% spandex and if so how long would you recommend? Thank you!!

@AngieHolden Жыл бұрын

Sure you can. The time and temperature depend on your setup though.

@whitney7493 Жыл бұрын

Thank you, I’ll watch your videos again!

@SimplyBoard Жыл бұрын

I have heard you were not supposed to use Teflon with sublimation. But the pillows are OK to use? I get lines from my paper, sometimes tape, and my press. The last shirt, I sublimated, I had three different lines on it. Will this take care of everything? I am new, so still learning. Thank you. I’m assuming I had too much pressure. So I will definitely follow your advice. Thank you so much for the video.

@AngieHolden Жыл бұрын

Don't use Teflon ON TOP of sublimation. These pillows are fine to use. This should help with any lines.

@SimplyBoard Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much. I’m learning a lot from you.

@normazaharioudakis115 2 жыл бұрын

Could those pillows be made? Love your videos thank you

@AngieHolden 2 жыл бұрын

Maybe? Not sure.

@NGarza80 Жыл бұрын

How would it work on larger prints like 13x19 when the heat press is 12x15

@AngieHolden Жыл бұрын

You would need to press twice in that case. It gets a bit trickier but the same basic things apply.

@elycetecktiel3012 11 ай бұрын

Can I make my own pads with Quilted Ironing Board Cover Fabric?

@AngieHolden 11 ай бұрын

I am not sure about that.

@jodi-kayeallen6468 2 жыл бұрын

How do I prevent the press marks if I am using infusible ink sheets and not paper? and also if I am using a 100% poly red shirt..not white? help!

@AngieHolden 2 жыл бұрын

Just so you realize that the red will show through the infusible ink. The pillows I show here will still work. Otherwise, you can leave more area around the transfer sheet or try trimming it close.

@beachlifesoy2253 3 жыл бұрын

I'm hoping I can get a response... I'm in Canada and I have looked everywhere for those baby onesies as well as any sublimation onesies and can't find them anywhere! Do you know where I could get them? tia :)

@AngieHolden 3 жыл бұрын

Sure. These are from Cricut. You should be able to order from their site from Canada. My coupon code might work as well so try CCC2021 when checking out if you spend at least $50!

@mariapeak8821 Жыл бұрын

What temperature and time do you use for 100%polyester… loved your viedo

@AngieHolden Жыл бұрын

I generally do 385 for 50 seconds with my set up but yours could be different.

@claretaylor 2 жыл бұрын

Hello! I would to love to purchase the foam to try but I'm in the UK and struggling to find anyone who stocks it! Do you know what the foam is made of so I can try and trace some or something similar here in the UK?

@AngieHolden 2 жыл бұрын

I do not! Sorry!

@leanne7832 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Angie, Thank you for another great video. I can't wait to try this. I was wondering what temperature you were pressing at and for how long. I'm brand new to sublimation. I've made a few things so far and have gotten press lines on some. I'm still trying to figure out how long to press and temperature setting. A lot of the things I've bought don't provide that information. The only recommendations I have is what is on the A-Sub paper box.

@AngieHolden 2 жыл бұрын

That is all you have to go off of really. First would be what the blank supplier recommends. Second would be the back of the paper box and trial and error.

@candablo 2 жыл бұрын

I wonder if the same effect can come from just ripping the edges

@AngieHolden 2 жыл бұрын

I do still see a line from ripping the edges. It is a bit less noticable.

@SomFamiliar 3 жыл бұрын

Great video as always ... You could make a video using Easysubli paper on your EPSON printer ... my printer is the same as yours, however when I used easysubli on my printer the printing was not good, in fact it was very bad ... so my option was: First I just printed Easysubli on my shirt, and then I sublimated it on the easy paper that was on my shirt ... then it worked ... but printing directly on easysubli paper didn't work right ... if you can think about it it would be great ... thanks ... love your videos

@AngieHolden 3 жыл бұрын

That is on my list! Hopefully soon!

@OG_Beckie_Leigh 3 жыл бұрын

I’m not completely certain, but I think you have to use EasySubli ink to print directly onto EasySubli vinyl. Of course, that may just be a marketing thing by Sawgrass & Siser.

@AngieHolden 3 жыл бұрын

I am always willing to try something and see what happens!

@OG_Beckie_Leigh 3 жыл бұрын

@@AngieHolden Same here! Some of my best pieces are a result of the “let’s try this and see what happens” method of design. LOL. I’ll be watching for your experiment.

@SomFamiliar 3 жыл бұрын

@@OG_Beckie_Leigh That's right, for what I researched so that the printing is perfect we need to use the Sawgrass printer ... because they have the appropriate color profile ... however in some videos of Siser itself it says that we can use any type of printer ... But it didn't work for me kkkk ... I'm looking forward to the video ... I'm sure Angie will be able to solve it

@angellynmcdaniel1738 2 жыл бұрын

Great video, Thank you for sharing your recommendations! I do have a question, though. Could I use the easy press mat to put in between the shirts, like you did for the pressing pillows and foam, or would the mat leave an outline/mark on the shirt?

@AngieHolden 2 жыл бұрын

You definitely can! It is just that you can only get three sizes with the EasyPress mat.

@angellynmcdaniel1738 2 жыл бұрын

@@AngieHolden I ordered the pressing pillows and tried them out today. I am still getting lines on my shirts. I tried adjusting the pressure of my heat press, but still got lines. The top part and the left side are where the heat press is leaving lines on my shirts. I put the two shirts in the dryer to see if that would help take out the lines, but sadly it did not. Do I need to try to calibrate the heat press by adjusting the springs on top where the pull down handle is at? I have an older model heat press that got passed down to me. The model is Homcom 15x15. If you have any suggestions on what would help me, I would gladly appreciate it!

@AngieHolden 2 жыл бұрын

BOO! I haven't used that model at all. It sounds like maybe the pressure is uneven if just two sides leave a mark. Can you adjust that at all? Pull up just those two sides?

@angellynmcdaniel1738 2 жыл бұрын

@@AngieHolden It seems to be adjusting the bottom part more than the sides or the top. I tried a few more shirts a little bit ago and still getting the marks. I have lessened the pressure, then it is too loose and my design doesnt press all the way. (Some shirts have a rustic/vintage look to them now, which is kinda nice), but still has the marks. Then i tighten it back up, and same thing. I cannot find a happy medium and I am getting very frustrated with it. I am thinking of getting an Easy press maybe this weekend if I cannot get the heat press figured out.

@angellynmcdaniel1738 2 жыл бұрын

@@AngieHolden I sent you an email!

@ThatJerkFromCali Жыл бұрын

Does the weight of the sub paper make a difference? 105 vs 120 or any other?

@AngieHolden Жыл бұрын

I haven't found that I can tell a difference.

@Foreverblessedhands 2 ай бұрын

Blessing Hello any tips on how not to turn the stitching in the color brownish yellow on the collar?

@AngieHolden 2 ай бұрын

Sounds like it is burning. Try not putting your heat press in that area or covering that with paper to protect it.

@Foreverblessedhands 2 ай бұрын

@AngieHolden blessings I cover with a Teflon sheet it still does it 😢 sublimation has 2 be 400 degrees idk 🤷🏽‍♀️

@ebrown8427 2 жыл бұрын

Love your shirt, where do I get that svg file to buy? new to all this.

@AngieHolden 2 жыл бұрын

I don't have an SVG for that one! Sorry!

@user-ye3ue3lm5x 2 жыл бұрын

How do you stop the tshirt from going yellow after heat pressing it? What am I doing wrong??

@AngieHolden 2 жыл бұрын

I would check your time and temperature as you may be scorching the shirt.

@KKsQuilts 3 жыл бұрын

maybe cover the foam with teflon ironing board yardage, making your own pillows?

@AngieHolden 3 жыл бұрын

Oh you could do that! I am a bit lazy!

@KKsQuilts 3 жыл бұрын

@@AngieHolden wiith everything you do...you are FAR from lazy!

@elizabethmontes382 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Angie. I need to know how much pressure I need for sublimation? I have a heat press...

@AngieHolden 3 жыл бұрын

Depends on what you are pressing. It usually has instructions with your blank.

@elizabethmontes382 3 жыл бұрын

@@AngieHolden OK I was trying to do a graduation sash..some parts came out light...

@nanspeed2005 3 жыл бұрын

Do you use this method if you're using the Cricut Easy Press?

@AngieHolden 3 жыл бұрын

You definitely can! Same thing applies.

@NYGlamgirl6 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Angie! What’s the difference between “heat protective paper” and “butcher paper”? Do we need both? Thank you! 💜

@AngieHolden 3 жыл бұрын

You just need one or the other! Something to protect your work surface and heat press.

@NYGlamgirl6 3 жыл бұрын

@@AngieHolden thank you!

@kimghersi6190 2 жыл бұрын

what tape dispenser do you use for your heat tape?

@AngieHolden 2 жыл бұрын

I generally like the Artesprix or Cricut heat tape and those both take a standard office tape measure. I just make sure to get one that is weighted.

@Sharemyjoi2 3 жыл бұрын

I have the brown pressing pillows from Amazon as well as the tape and they keep staining my clothing

@AngieHolden 3 жыл бұрын

I have heard of the tape staining but I hadn't heard the pillows do! BOO! Time to throw those out!

@psjjkelly 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the heads up. Had considered those due to price.

@rosedeyton7866 2 жыл бұрын

Where did you buy the pressing pillows? I can’t seem to find the link.

@AngieHolden 2 жыл бұрын

They are linked in the description below the video. Click on show more if you are on computer. On mobile, click the arrow to expand the description or swipe up on the video.