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How to Make Your Own Custom Sublimation Tissue Paper

If you're looking for a fun and creative way to add an extra touch of personalization to gifts, look no further! Sublimation on tissue paper is a great way to make any gift stand out.

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In this blog post, we'll teach you the basics of sublimation and how you can take your gift giving to the next level with this process. From prepping the tissue paper to pressing it with your favorite designs, we'll get you up and running so that you can start sublimating in no time!

HTV Won't Stick...Here's Why (And How to Fix It)

Do you ever struggle with HTV not sticking? The large majority of the time, it's NOT your vinyl and it's NOT your shirt - it's a pressure problem!

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This is a common issue when you're working with sweatshirts, baby onesies, bags, or anything with thick seams, pockets, zippers, or hoods. These create what I call a "pressure barrier" that prevents your heat press from getting the full pressure it needs to properly adhere the HTV. Read on for the fix!

Fix Your Epson Sublimation Printer When It’s Not Printing

If your Epson F570 sublimation printer isn’t printing correctly, the fix might be simpler than you think. 

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The key is running a nozzle check to see if any colors are missing, followed by a head cleaning—and repeating the process until your print quality is restored. 

How to Get Fonts from Silhouette Design Store into Studio

If you purchased a font from the Silhouette Design store and now can't figure out how to get it into Silhouette Studio - it's a pretty common issue. 

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There's actually a specific place fonts from the Design Store go, and I'm going to show you exactly how to find them AND give you an alternative method if you want to use those fonts outside of Silhouette Studio too.

Cutest Pumpkin In The Patch Freebie Friday Silhouette Cut File

It's Freebie Friday!! This week we've got a design that's just the absolute CUTEST! 

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Our new "cutest pumpkin in the patch" cut file is the perfect design to get your little one ready for fall...and the pumpkin patch! 

This adorable design would be great for creating custom baby onesies, kids' t-shirts, or a sweet sign for those adorable autumn pictures.

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Ready to grab this dose of fall cuteness? Head over to download the free .studio cut file.

This free cut file is for personal use only. Need commercial use? Grab the SVG with commercial license from So Fontsy for just $1 (expires Saturday 08/16/25).


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Check out all my free Silhouette cut files for more freebies!




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How to Make Your Own Sublimation Blanks (and Save Money)

You can make your own sublimation blanks which will not only save you money, but also give you creative freedom. 

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Cutting full sheets of MDF sublimation hardboard into custom shapes means you can match your sublimation blanks to your designs. Read on for how to make your own sublimation blanks. 

Laminated Vinyl Stickers Without Registration Marks

If you're looking to make laminated vinyl stickers without registration marks - there is an entry-level print and cut sticker machine that is often overlooked. 
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The iColor 250 is usually dubbed as a label printer, but this MAC and PC compatible printer and cutter can easily be used as a vinyl sticker printer. When it is, it comes in as the lowest priced sticker printer on the market. 

Why Your Laser is Smoking (And How to Fix It!)

Having trouble with your laser smoking? This one fix may solve all of your smoke issues.

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If your xTool P2 (or any laser) is producing more smoke or odor than usual while cutting or engraving wood or acrylic, the culprit might not be your air filter

What is Rasterization and Why Is it So Important for DTF and White Toner Transfers?

The best way to avoid cracks and thick heavy t shirt transfers is by preparing the artwork before you even print your transfer.

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Rasterization is the process of adding breaks to the transfer to allow it to breath, increase stretchability and softness, and limit cracking and wrinkling which can happen when transfer has large solid areas of ink.

Rasterization is particularly important with certain types of heat transfers like White Toner and even direct to film.  But how do you do this while keeping the artwork looking good at the same time? 

Be Kind of a Witch Freebie Friday Silhouette Cut File

Happy Friday!! The kiddos are heading back to school and summer is coming to a close. And you know what that means, Halloween is just around the corner! 

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Fix! iColor White Toner Printer Printing Blue Instead of Black? Do This!

If your iColor 560 White Toner printer is printing blue instead of black - there's a quick and easy fix in ProRip Essentials. 

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The fix is the same for the iColor 650 and 800w in iColor ProRip.