How to Use Puff Vinyl | Beginner-Friendly Tutorial

Learn how to use Puff Vinyl to create an adorable T-shirt for Spring!

Have you seen the puff vinyl trend that's making a comeback? I just loved this look back in the 80s, and it's so fun to see it popping up again! Unlike other types of iron-on vinyl, puff vinyl raises up after pressing for a neat 3D effect. My new tutorial will teach you all about how to use puff vinyl to create super cute T-shirts for Spring using a cutting machine (like my Cricut Maker 3) and a heat press (I'll use my awesome Cricut EasyPress). Don't worry if you're brand new to puff vinyl - so was I! I'll walk you through how to test your heat, pressure, and time settings, and share tips to help you learn how to use puff vinyl right on the first try.

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Topics covered in this video on How to Use 3D Puffy Vinyl:
0:00 - How to Use Puff Vinyl
0:56 - Supplies & Tools
5:00 - Get My Free Puff Vinyl Designs
5:23 - Cut Your Puff Vinyl
6:03 - Weed Your Puff Vinyl
7:38 - Transfer Your Puff Vinyl Test & Design
11:43 - Option 1: Transfer the Bunny Design
12:39 - Option 2: Transfer the Porcupine Design
16:16 - Show it Off!
16:29 - Closing Notes and Link to More Information

#cricut #tshirt #vinyl

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Credits:
Introduction: PixelBytes (my daughter Alexa)
Music: Cute by Bensound (licensed, royalty and copyright free)
Videography: Jennifer and Greg on Panasonic Lumix FZ-1000 DSLR 4K cameras
Audio and Video Editing: Team JenniferMaker
Design: A Jennifer Maker original

[nahnisjourney]

Everyone should know about the wooden chopping board technique! You’re the first person I’ve seen using this technique. Thanks!!!

[danielmooney]

Queen! The wooden chopping board tip saved me from my eternal wiggly frustration. Every press is perfection now ❤ thank you so much!

[jessicadavidson]

Everytime I get stuck on a project I type your name into Google search, only because I know you have videos like this that will help me FINISH the project. Thank you!

[zzgamer]

I’ve actually been using puff vinyl for a long time now, but I learned some great tips from you on some of mistakes I’ve made. Love your videos. Your such a great, detailed teacher!

[piglet]

Thank You Jennifer! I followed your guidelines....my puff vinyl turned out perfect the first time! When I need help, you are always my first resource! Thank You so Much!

[Cajundawn]

I’m so glad I decided to watch your video. I didn’t know about the wooden board. Thank you so much.

[sonyadrummond]

Thank you so much Jennifer!! I was on the struggle bus using the puff vinyl and you saved me!! I watched the video, made notes, and followed your instructions. It worked perfectly the first time! No more wiggly brain lines. I was already using the cutting board but I was pre-pressing but I did not use the same temp and time like you showed in the video. Again, thank you so much for this video! Super helpful!

[rapunzel]

As always, your tutorials are so detailed. About a month ago I was looking for anything on puff vinyl. I am going to try this. Thank you!

[KraftyNana]

I've watch many of your videos and just love your teaching. Jennifer, I just purchased some siser puff vinyl and OMG I messed up so many times either forgetting to mirror my image or placing the vinyl on the wrong side or doing both. I finally got my birthday shirt finished using the puff vinyl with the number 64 and glitter on the outer edge and also used puff on a kissing lip. I had to come back and watch this video several times before I got it right. I'm a hard learner I guess but thank you for all that you do.

[dottiewiest]

Love this puffy vinyl! I can't wait to try this! Thanks Jennifer - You are amazing!

[shawndelaney]

I just love your videos!!! so easy to understand and listen to. Your step by step instructions are great. I have learned so very much from you. I have purchased your Cricut Coach instruction book and I am going to purchase your "recipe" book. Again, Thank you for taking the time to do these videos. Someone called you the Queen.... I have to agree!

[carollewis]

Great video. I appreciate all that you do for all of us. I can’t wait to try some putt htv vinyl! Thanks for all the great tips and tricks!

[Noluvbuckkss]

That lint roller tip and T-shirt measure gained you a sub.

[MakingwithMarilyn]

Such a great and thorough video! I have found the puff vinyl to be so fun so work with, after working out those finicky issues🙂

[lorraealexander]

Thank you, Jennifer, I can now have ago using my new sheet if Puff Vinyl. Brilliant as ever x

[yaggieminka]

Great video.

I only have a mini cricut iron and cricut joy and the mini press still be used for puff vinyl?

[lisastoner]

I think sheep, clouds, rainbows, kittens, and a bouquet of flowers would each look great in puffy vinyl

[smplyyou]

This is great! I love this. Thanks Jennifer.

[doloresbaraona]

Thank you so much going to have to try this.

[wangsteven]

Thank you for such clear instructions🥰
Is there also a step by step video to show how to make the boarder (two layers) correctly?