How to Do Full Wrap Sublimation Mugs with Cricut Mug Press In Just Six Minutes

You can do full wrap sublimation mugs with the Cricut Mug Press..and they're ready in just six minutes! 

This is an easy beginner sublimation tutorial thanks to the pretty fail-proof Cricut Mug Press. Read on for how to do a full wrap sublimation mug in just 6 minutes! 

How to Put a Name on a Stuffy with HTV

Putting a name on a stuffy is a quick and easy way to personalize stuffed animals. 

Read on for how to perfectly size names and quickly apply heat transfer vinyl to a stuffy.

How to Apply HTV to a Basketball

Ever wonder how to heat press a basketball to customize it with a name or number? 

The trick is to apply heat transfer vinyl...but skip the heat press! This Silhouette tutorial will take you step by step on how to apply HTV to a basketball (but it also works for other sports balls). 

Silhouette Studio vs Cricut Design Space: 5 Things to Know (2023)

If you're considering buying a cutting machine but can't decide between a Silhouette CAMEO and a Cricut Explore or Maker you should also consider the software: Silhouette Studio vs Cricut Design. 

In this blog post, we'll look at the two different software programs to help you understand the differences and the similarities. 

How to Use Silhouette Studio Without a Machine (And Why You'd Want To!)

If you're wondering "Can I Use Silhouette Studio without a Silhouette Machine"..the answer is YES! 

There are a lot of reasons why you might want to use the Silhouette software even if you don't have a machine..beginning with the inexpensive one-time price, large number of design features, ability to vectorize, option to print to any printer on the network, and file export options.   

Whether you use a Cricut, a sublimation printer, a wide format ecosolvent printer like a Roland BN-20 or even a white toner printer you should consider the PC and Mac-friendly Silhouette Studio! 

Read on for how to use Silhouette Studio without a machine including how to set up the software and unlock the extra features.

How to Customize Ribbon with HTV and EasyPress Mini

It's so easy to customize ribbon with heat transfer vinyl and the Cricut EasyPress Mini!

I love this for Christmas ornaments, gift wrapping, and bows.

How to Apply HTV to a Wine Glass...And Is it Dishwasher Safe?!

We get asked quite a bit around here if it's possible to put HTV on glass....for one reason or another (maybe you prefer working with heat transfer vinyl vs vinyl or you just have HTV on hand). 

The answer is YES...and the follow up question is always is HTV on glass dishwasher safe?  Let's get to all of that including some tips on how to make sure your design is wrinkle free! 

Do Silhouette Designs Work with Cricut? How to Use Silhouette Software with Cricut

If you're wondering can Silhouette designs be used on Cricut the answer is...YES! 

There are several different ways you can use Silhouette Designs with Cricut and this tutorial will explain how...and why you may want to design in Silhouette Studio and cut with Cricut. 

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.

Is it Cost and Time Effective to Switch from Cricut to Silhouette?

Cricut's now-reversed decision to require users to pay $9.99 a month if they want to upload more than 20 designs into Cricut Design Space a month - has caused some Cricut users to eye Silhouette. 

But is the switch to Silhouette worth it now or in the long run?  Let's take a look at what you get with Silhouette vs Cricut and Silhouette Studio vs Cricut Design Space and the time and monetary investment it may require.

Please note this blog post was written prior to Cricut's decision to reverse course and abandon their announced plan to limit uploads to users, however the information and comparison between Cricut Maker vs CAMEO 4 and Cricut Design Space and Silhouette Studio remains relevant. 

Silhouette Response to Cricut Design Space Upload Limits

3/16 Update: Cricut releases new statement reversing decision to limit uploads..for now. Read More.

Silhouette has released a short statement to Silhouette School in response to Cricut's recent announcement they will soon be limiting users to 20 free uploads into Design Space per month.  

Silhouette confirms there are no limits on file uploads to Silhouette Studio and there are no plans to change that. 

With Cricut's upcoming change, if Cricut users want to upload (required to cut) more than 20 designs in a month, they will need to pay for a membership to Cricut Access at a cost of $9.99 per month (or slightly discounted when paid annually). 

HTV on Wood with EasyPress (When It's Too Thick for a Heat Press)

Did you know that you can press HTV onto raw, stained, or painted wood?  If the piece of wood is too thick though - a heat press won't work! 

The trick then to adding HTV on wood is with a Cricut Easypress! And it's very easy. 

6 Silhouette Cutting Mat Alternatives

There are several Silhouette Cutting Mat alternatives if you're looking for a longer lasting mat, mat with a different adhesive strength, or a thicker and more sturdy mat.

Each has their own benefits so you have lots of options based on your needs, material size, and budget. 

Silhouette Portrait vs Cricut Joy: Price, Specs, Features Comparison

The cute, portable, and brand new Cricut Joy will be going on sale in just a few days. Since it was announced in early February I have received a lot of questions about if Silhouette will come out with something similar.

The question has kind of surprised me since the smaller, portable Silhouette Portrait was actually my first cutting machine six years ago.  So...my answer is: they already have ;)  Let's take a look at a side by side comparison of the Silhouette Portrait 2 vs Cricut Joy.

Reverse Sequin Pillow with Cricut Infusible Ink Sheets: Silhouette CAMEO Tutorial

I've shown you how to make reversible sequin pillows with sublimation and I've shown you how to use Cricut Infusbile Ink Sheets...today we're putting the two together!

This is perfect for those of you who do not own a sublimation printer but still want sublimation quality.  Remember, Cricut Infusible Ink sheets are just pre-printed sublimation sheets and they can be used on any sublimation blanks.

Cricut Infusible Inks Sheets vs Sublimation: Pros and Cons of Both (Video)

With the relatively recent release of Cricut Infusible Ink sheets a lot of crafters are realizing just how similar they are to sublimation.

I would go so far as to call them pre-printed sublimation sheets, although Cricut isn't claiming them to be.  Today we're going to break it down and take a closer look at Cricut Infusible Ink sheets vs sublimation and the pros and cons of both.  This should help you decide if you want to invest in one or the other, both, or neither.

10 Non Cricut Infusible Ink Blanks You Can Use with Infusible Ink Sheets and Markers

If you're looking for Cricut Infusible Ink blanks, you're not limited to the Cricut-brand blanks.

The Cricut Infusible Ink sheets are essentially pre-printed sublimation sheets, which means you can apply the sheets and Cricut Infusible markers to any sublimation blank...and there are tons to pick from!  Here's a list of 10 of my favorite non-Cricut Infusible Ink blanks.

Cricut Infusible Ink Markers with Silhouette CAMEO Tutorial

As soon I showed you guys how to use the Cricut Infusible Ink sheets with Silhouette CAMEO you were begging for a tutorial on how to use the Cricut Infusible Ink pens and markers.

So here it is - this is how you use what are essentially sublimation pens with Silhouette.

Silhouette and Cricut Infusible Ink Sheets Tutorial and Review (Good, Bad, and Be Warned)

Wondering if you can cut Cricut Infusible Ink sheets with Silhouette CAMEO? You can!

I grabbed a couple of sheets of Cricut Infusible Ink along with the Infusible Ink Markers and Pens to test out and review so I can share the good, bad, and..a big ol' warning with you.

Silhouette Studio for Cricut: How to Make Silhouette Software Work with Cricut

If you're wondering if Silhouette Studio is compatible with Cricut...the answer is yes!

Silhouette Studio is a much more robust design software than Cricut Design Space and that, along with not needing Wifi to use the software, has a lot of Cricut users swapping software programs.