Iron-on HTV Patterns
Tips for using Iron-on HTV Patterns
Patterns punch up every design! Get our top tips for working with Patterned HTV and make your next shirt unique!
Tip #1: Test Cut!
Place the pattern on your vinyl cutter with the printed side facing you. A test cut before cutting a full design is always a good start. Your settings will vary based on the age and wear of your blade, cutter, and other cutting accessories.
Tip #2: Do NOT Mirror Your Cut File
Typically, HTV is cut with the carrier side down and the blade cuts through the adhesive on the back. Since the Patterned HTV comes with the pattern side facing up, you’re cutting through the front/face of the material.
Tip #3: Mask with TTD Application Heat Tape (Provided with every order)
After weeding, apply an application tape on top of the pattern with a squeegee. The application tape (TTD Easy Mask) is provided with every HTV order when you purchase from an Authorized Distributor or Reseller. Please note that TTD Easy Mask might be placed inside the roll, so don’t throw away the cardboard tube until you’re sure it’s completely empty.
Once you’ve squeegeed all the air bubbles out between the HTV and the application Tape, grip a corner of the carrier and a corner of the tape: peel and separate the 2 layers.
If you prefer to weed on a sticky carrier, try the reverse weeding trick! Just put your application tape on top of your cut pattern BEFORE weeding.
Tip #4: Combine Patterns with Solid Colors
Use contrasting colored fabric or heat transfer vinyl to make the patterns pop! A solid HTV outline can make text easier to read.
Tip # 5: Knockout Method or Top Layer Only
For best results, use the knockout method to create the appearance of layering. If you must directly layer, be sure the patterned HTV is the top layer: For best results, DO NOT APPLY on top!
