Can you use other mugs in the Cricut Mug Press?
Yes! You can use non-Cricut mugs in the Cricut Mug Press, but they have to be specifically poly-coated for sublimation. That means that not every mug will work—you can't just pick up any old mug and expect it to work.
A: No. The mugs have to have a special sublimation coating, which Dollar Tree mugs don't have. I purchased some sublimation coated mugs on Amazon to use with the Infusible Ink.
Cricut Mug Press is designed for Infusible Ink products, including: Infusible Ink Transfer Sheets. Infusible Ink Markers. Cricut Mug Blanks.
We're cutting both vinyl products with our Cricut Explore 3 and using the Premium Vinyl Glossy setting. Almost immediately when it begins cutting, the dollar store vinyl began lifting up off the mat. Maybe the pressure was too much – change settings and try again. We had it on Premium Vinyl Permanent Glossy.
Dollar Tree Mugs. Use a Sharpie for the details and bake at 350 for 30 minutes - so it will set and not wash away. Add a packet of hot cocoa and it's a quick easy gift idea.
Capacity of 10 – 16 oz (295 – 450 ml) Drinkware with smooth, straight pressing area only; avoid placing design on curves, bevels and textures. Diameter between 3.2 in - 3.4 in (82 – 86 mm) Maximum height of 4.72 in (120 mm)
We're using Siser Easyweed white HTV and red glitter HTV. Designs that will work best are bold and thick. Details that are very small or very thin can more easily peel off the mug. With HTV, you can use any type of mug - you don't need to use a coated mug, such as ones for sublimation.
Keep in mind, you can't use just any ceramic mug or item. It must be specifically coated with a poly-coating in order for the ink transfer to take place—generally look for something labeled for “sublimation.”
After clothing, it's probably the most common item that's created using sublimation. But you can't use just any mug. They need to be white and most importantly, they have to have a special polymer coating that allows the ink to penetrate through during the dye sublimation process.
Clean the surface of your mug with 91% isopropyl alcohol. This will remove any oil or dirt and get the surface as clean as possible. This will make sure the vinyl decal sticks and stays stuck permanently. If your coffee mug surface is straight, you're good to continue on.
Can you use dollar store mugs for mug press?
It's important to make note of this point: You can't use just any mug – like ones from the dollar store. You need mugs that are designed for specifically for sublimation. Sublimation/Infusible Ink mugs are designed with a special coating on them made to “take” the ink really well and hold it permanently.
I have heard from several people who wanted to know if you could use tumblers in the Cricut Mug Press. The answer is yes!
You need to use specially coated mugs to transfer infusible ink designs with the Cricut Mug Press. These can either be Cricut branded mug blanks or off-brand sublimation mugs; just be sure to check that the sizes are compatible with the Mug Press before using them.
With drinkware ranging from mugs, tumblers, sports bottles, shot glasses, and many more, your sublimation transfers can be applied to any of these items.
There are many types of ceramic blanks and substrates you can use for sublimation. Keep in mind, you can't use just any ceramic mug or item. It must be specifically coated with a poly-coating in order for the ink transfer to take place—generally look for something labeled for “sublimation.”
However, most coffee mugs can hold hot liquids up to 140 degrees Fahrenheit. Porcelain mugs can withstand greater temperatures and can handle temperatures up to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. If the mug is made out of stoneware, any type of temperature can be handled.
So today I'm going to walk you through three different free sublimation software programs you can use to print to your sublimation printer. I'm going to use Google Docs, Canva, and Silhouette Studio. These all have completely free options that I am going to show you.
Yes, you can sublimate only ceramic, metal, plastic, and more. Again, you will need to make sure it has a special coating in order to be permanent. That means you can't pick up tiles from Home Depot or mugs from Dollar Tree. These will NOT work.
