How to Remove DTF From a Shirt (Before and After)

If you're struggling with how to remove DTF form a shirt - either due to a mistake or you want to re-use the shirt - it is possible! 

Turns out you CAN remove DTF transfer mistakes and save your shirt even after you press the transfer.  I tried this method "just in case it worked" and was shocked to find out that not only did it remove the transfer really well, but it's nearly impossible to see the mistake. 

Waterproof Sticker Paper, Printable Foil, Printable Iron On...Oh My!

Since writing my sticker book, The Ultimate Silhouette Sticker Guide, I get asked often about various types of sticker paper and where it can be purchased.  I'm thrilled to say I've finally found my sticker paper people: OnlineLabels.com!

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Ohhh emmm gee, you guys!  Online Labels has every possible type of sticker paper you could ever think of! Not only do the majority of their printable sticker and label sheets come in both glossy and matte options, they're also available for both laser and inkjet printers!

Best Thermoflex Silhouette Cut Settings

If you haven't tried Thermoflex heat transfer vinyl...you're missing out.

This is a sponsored post, but all opinions are my own.

I'm sure you've heard of Thermoflex HTV ... a lot of Silhouette crafters swear by it and it's easy to see why! BUT who wants to spend a lot of time (or material) test cutting to find the right cut settings? That's why today I'm sharing the best Thermoflex Silhouette cut settings with you!

New 3-in-1 xTool Heat Press Review | Good Enough Sublimation, HTV and Transfers

If you're looking for a beginner heat press, there's a new 3-in-1 heat press option. 

xTool - the company that makes laser engravers and cutters - has just released the xTool Smart Heat press. I recently got my hands on one and it really does have a lot of benefits including portablity.  Read on to see if it's right for you! 

Epson Sublimation Printers Comparison: F570 vs F170 vs Converting an Inkjet

Epson officially jumped into the desktop sublimation printer game in 2020 by launching two dye sublimation printers: the Epson SureColor F570 and the Epson SureColor F170. They come after many crafters and at-home small business have long been converting Epson inkjet printers into sublimation printers by replacing the ink. 

But what's the best Epson sublimation printer to go with...the 8.5" wide F170, the 24" wide F570 or a converted Ecotank or Workforce?  I'll compare the three options here looking at a number of important factors to help you decide which Epson sublimation printer is best. 

Silhouette Studio Designer Edition vs. Basic, Business Edition, Designer Edition Plus (Plus a Review)

If you're wondering what the differences are between Silhouette Studio Designer Edition vs. Silhouette Studio Basic vs. Business Edition vs. Designer Edition Plus - look no further.

I get asked for an honest Silhouette Studio Designer Edition comparison vs. Studio Basic all the time, so I figured it was time we hash it all out.  A few things before I go into the differences between the basic Silhouette Studio and the upgraded versions.

Silhouette CAMEO 5 ElectroStatic "ES" Mat First Impressions...Good, Bad, and Ugly

If you're debating getting the Silhouette CAMEO 5 Electrostatic mat and looking for an honest review and first impressions - it's all here. 

I've got the good, bad, and ugly for you when it comes to the new Silhouette Electrostatic mat including a video of it in action so read on. 

Silhouette CAMEO 4 Pro Review: Pros and Cons of the 24" CAMEO

The Silhouette CAMEO 4 Pro is finally here...and so is my first 24" CAMEO Pro review!

As I always do, I'm here to give you guys all the information - pros and cons -so YOU can make an educated decision on if the new Silhouette CAMEO Pro should find a spot in your craft room! 

Prestige A3+ DTF Printer Review: Pros and Cons of the Desktop Direct to Film Printer

If you're considering getting into DTF (direct to film) and looking for a Prestige A3+ DTF Printer review - you'll find it here. 

If you're not even sure what Direct to Film printing is or how it fits into your Silhouette business, you might want to start here first.  Then be sure to come back to read the pros and cons of the desktop Direct to Film printer so you can make a decision if it's the next best printer for your small business. 

Oracal Printable Vinyl for Inkjet Printers: Review and Beginner Silhouette Tutorial

Guess who just got in the printable vinyl game?! Oracal!!

Oracal has released a new line of printable permanent adhesive vinyl for inkjet printers - perfect for when you have multi color decals and don't want to layer vinyl.

Cricut Mug Press Beginner Tutorial: Set Up to First Press

The Cricut Mug Press has arrived -albeit somewhat overshadowed by the bombshell announcement Cricut dropped just two days later about the 20 upload per month limit.

The Cricut Mug Press is my third mug press. I shelled out the $200 for the sole purpose of showing you how to use it, comparing it to other mug press options available to you and so I could offer an honest Cricut mug press review and to answer your burning questions like: Can I use the Cricut Mug Press with a Silhouette? (Yes!). Read on for how to set up the mug press and create your first mug.

Best Sawgrass SG500 and SG1000 Printer and Ink Bundle Comparison Chart

Earlier this year Sawgrass released two new models of their popular Sawgrass sublimation printer: the SG1000 and the SG500. These are updated models from the SG400 and SG800.

The differences from the previous model are a faster processor, better quality results, a new ink formulation, and Bluetooth printing.  However another option that Sawgrass introduced is the option for a full or starter set of ink...which has ended up causing some confusion and to be honest - frustration.  

Once you understand the difference between the inks you can then focus in on the best sublimation printer bundle based on a few other key factors. 

Patterned HTV: 3 Reasons I Love Thermoflex Patterned Heat Transfer Vinyl

If you're a fan of patterned heat transfer vinyl (and who isn't?), you know that sometimes cutting and applying it can be a rather confusing process.  

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The patterned HTV often comes without a carrier sheet (meaning some HTV goes against the rule of cutting in reverse) and the design can get lost in the pattern making it difficult to weed. But with Thermoflex Fashion Patterns both of those issues are non-existent.  With the Thermoflex patterned HTV there's no second guessing - you cut it just like normal heat transfer vinyl and the back is white making the cut lines easy to see when weeding.

New Silhouette Mobile App: Silhouette Go Features and First Look

A Silhouette app for iPhone, iPad, and Android devices has been released in open Beta on the same day the new Silhouette Portrait 3 machine went on pre order.

Silhouette Go is the name of the new Silhouette Mobile App which, earlier this year, Silhouette School was first to confirm would be released this fall.  The Silhouette App Silhouette Go is vastly different than the original app Silhouette mobile app which was removed completely in 2019.  

For a first look at the Silhouette Go app and to find out more about the app features and an initial review of the Silhouette Studio app read on... 

Silhouette Deep Cut Blade Review (And What It Can Cut in CAMEO)

If you're considering the Silhouette Deep Cut Blade for Silhouette CAMEO or Portrait, this review and tutorial will give you a good start including cut settings for otherwise hard to cut materials.

The Silhouette Deep Cut blade can cut materials up to 2mm thick. Those are usually reserved for the Curio, CAMEO 3, Portrait 2 and Silhouette CAMEO 4 which are the machines that have the higher clearance and therefore can cut thicker materials. However I was also able to use the Deep Cut blade with success in my CAMEO 2. This gives you some options if you want to avoid or can't use the Kraft Blade.

Best Heat Press for Silhouette CAMEO Crafters

Rarely a day goes by when I'm not asked which heat press I recommend or which is the best heat press machine.

The answer isn't the same for everyone - as it really depends on why you are getting a heat press and what is most important to you.

To help you decide which heat press is best for you, I've tried to narrow down the biggest factors that come into play when buying a heat press: budget, quality, customer service, size and features.

Best Way to See Cut Lines when Weeding HTV

If you struggle with seeing the cut lines when weeding HTV, you're not alone.

I have been weeding heat transfer vinyl for years and despite all the ideas, hacks, gadgets and tools out there I have found one simple trick that consistently makes seeing the cut lines easier: overhead light.

Finally!! Inkjet Printable Heat Transfer Material for Darks!

It's only taken me four years, but you guys I finally found a printable heat transfer material for darks that you can use with your inkjet printer.

If you can do a Silhouette print and cut you can do this. And even if you're scared of print and cut you're gonna want to learn because this stuff makes multi-color heat transfers so much easier!

5 Reasons to Try B-Flex Glitter HTV

I love glitter HTV as much as the next Silhouette crafter, but my biggest complaint is how thick and bulky it can be - especially on large, solid designs.

Well I think I may have just found the answer - a thin, layereable glitter heat transfer vinyl!!  After checking out my top five reasons for loving BFlex Glitter, I'm sure you'll want to try it too!

Silhouette CAMEO 4 vs CAMEO 3: 8 (More) Subtle But Important Differences

When the Silhouette CAMEO 4 was first announced in May 2019 we took a side by side look at Silhouette CAMEO 3 vs CAMEO 4.  Most of the differences I initially pointed out focused on the power of the machine like cutting speed, force, and the ability to cut much thicker - and therefore more - materials.

Now that pre-orders have started and I have a Silhouette CAMEO 4 in my hands and am using it like a crafter in my craft room, rather than staring at it in a conference center, I'm noticing some additional differences between the old and new CAMEO machines.