How to Use Cricut EasyPress 2: Tips for Perfect Heat Transfers

Many of you were eager to learn how to use Cricut EasyPress 2. Today, I finally came up with this tutorial in which I am going to make a T-shirt. My purpose in selecting this project was to explain to you the process of using the Cricut EasyPress 2 Heat Press machine.

 

You won’t believe how passionate I am about creating T-shirts. Every time, I make one personalized shirt for myself or my friends. They appreciate the creativity I add to the design. But today, I will create a T-shirt for my mommy. For me, this project is special because my mom has recently started her new business, and I want to appreciate her with my crafting skills.

 

In contrast, I will explain each step thoroughly so that you can learn how to make a shirt with the help of EasyPress 2 and how to transfer the iron-on design. Besides, we will start by gathering supplies first. Let’s proceed to learn more!

 

Step 1: Gather Essential Supplies


 

Initially, we will need to ensure whether we have enough items to make this project or not. If not, then you will need to arrange them first. Below, I am providing some essential supplies that are mandatory for making shirts: 

 

●        Cricut Cutting Machine

●        Design Space

●        Heat Guide

●        Standard Grip Cutting Mat

●        Everyday Iron-On

●        Premium Fine Point blade or Fine Point

●        Iron-On Protective Sheet (optional)

●        Weeding tools

●        EasyPress 2

●        T-Shirt Blank.

 

Now, I have given you the list of all supplies needed to create a shirt. Let’s move to the second step, where you will learn how to set the timer and temperature. This step is a must before you learn how to use Cricut EasyPress 2.

 

Step 2: Prepare Your Design

Here’s the simple design that I have created: no image and no complex graphics, just simple text: Motivated Mom Primeur. You can also try similar text using your Cricut Design Space.

 


 

Next, you have to resize your design so that it easily fits your T-shirt.

 


 

Don’t forget to mirror your design. Then, you need to select Everyday Iron-on from the given list of materials on Design Space. Set your Explore cutting machine dial to the Custom.

 


 

After that, place the mat onto the StandardGrip cutting mat. Now, load it into the machine. Next, select the Go button after the light blinks. After cutting, weed the material using Bright Pad and the weeding tool.

 


 

Then, we cut the iron-on design. Let’s set the timer and temperature then I will show you how to use Cricut EasyPress 2.

 

Step 3: Set the Timer and Temperature     

The following steps will help you set the timer and temperature according to your materials. Follow the steps one by one:

 

  1. First, you have to use the Cricut Heat Guide to complete the project settings.
  2. Next, you will need to press the Timer icon button.
  3. Then, use the + and - buttons to adjust the recommended time.


  1.  Afterward, you will have to press the Temperature icon.


  1. Again, use the same + and - buttons to adjust the required temperature.
  2. Now, you will notice the orange light, indicating your EasyPress 2 is heating up. At the same time, the green light indicates that its temperature has reached the set limit.
  3. Finally, you will hear a beep sound, meaning you are ready to use it.

 

After this step, you will need to press your iron-on design onto your blank T-shirt. Once done, move to the next step to learn how to use Cricut EasyPress 2.

 

Step 4: Apply Iron-on Design with Cricut EasyPress 2

Whenever you are going to use this EasyPress, you have to make sure you are using the device at room temperature. At the same time, your fabrics and other base materials must be dry. Once you have ensured these, you can move to the following steps to transfer your design onto a T-shirt.

 

Before following the steps below, make sure you have followed all the instructions included in step 3. Here’s the step to transfer the iron-on design on a blank T-shirt:

 

  1. Once your EasyPress is ready, you need to preheat your blank to 315° for 5 seconds. This temperature is recommended for a 100% pure cotton shirt. Other materials might have different temperatures.
  2. After that, place your weeded cut design onto your shirt (the sticky side should be face down).


  1. Next, place your EasyPress 2 on the iron-on and press it for 30 seconds with gentle pressure.
  2. Now, you need to flip over the shirt to repeat the same process from the back side.
  3. Let it cool, and then peel off the plastic sheet.

 

This is what my mom’s new shirt looks like!


 

Conclusion

In this guide, I have taught how to use Cricut EasyPress 2. This guide is going to be really helpful for beginners who don’t know the use of this innovative device. In this guide, I explained the use of EasyPress with the help of a simple project, i.e., I made a shirt for my mom. With this guide, everyone, including those who are not much into crafting can also learn how to use this particular device. Now, create something on your own!

 

FAQs

 

Question 1: What can I do with Cricut EasyPress 2?

Answer: The Cricut EasyPress 2 family is compatible with various brands, such as heat-transfer vinyl and iron-on transfers. All three sizes of EasyPress are suitable for iron-on projects. So, no matter what you are going to make, this innovative device is capable of transferring designs on baby gear, hats, T-shirts, bags, blankets, and much more.

 

Question 2: Is it necessary to use a heat mat with my Cricut EasyPress 2?

Answer: Using a Cricut heat mat has its own benefits, as it provides the proper flat surface that helps to transfer the design evenly onto the blank. However, for infusible ink, you should always try to keep the mat. Although there are other alternatives that you can try, it will not offer a flat, even surface. Hence, it is advisable to use the EasyPress mat.

 

Question 3: Can I use a regular iron instead of a Cricut EasyPress 2?

Answer: No, I would not recommend anyone to use a household iron for transferring the vinyl design on their blank. This is because it might ruin the vinyl design. In addition, different materials, such as cotton, linen, etc., require the temperature accordingly. In simpler terms, you can’t use the same temperature for all types of material. Hence, the Cricut EasyPress 2 Heat Press machine is capable of adjusting the time and temperature according to the material. That is why EasyPress is recommended over regular iron.


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