What Is Heat Transfer Vinyl (HTV)?
Heat transfer vinyl (HTV), sometimes called iron-on vinyl, is a thin, flexible film with a heat-activated adhesive backing. When applied with a heat press or household iron, it bonds to fabric so you can create custom designs on T-shirts, tote bags, hoodies, hats, and more. HTV is a simple, reliable way to personalize apparel and accessories with clean, professional-looking results.
Benefits of Heat Transfer Vinyl
Tons of colors and finishes: Choose from matte, glossy, glitter, metallic, reflective, and more.
Great for logos and text: Ideal for bold, single-color designs, and it can also be layered for multi-color artwork.
Durable and flexible: High-quality HTV is made to hold up through wear and washes when applied correctly.
Easy to work with: Many HTV options are designed to cut cleanly and weed easily for faster production.
How to Use HTV
Cut your design: Use a vinyl cutter or craft cutting machine to cut your design in reverse (mirrored) on the vinyl.
Weed the excess: Remove the extra vinyl so only your design remains on the carrier sheet.
Press and peel: Place the carrier sheet on the garment and apply heat and pressure according to the vinyl’s instructions. Peel the carrier warm or cold depending on the material.
Recommended Materials
If you are looking for a beginner-friendly option, Siser EasyWeed heat transfer vinyl is a popular choice because it is easy to cut, weed, and apply. Explore our selection of HTV rolls and sheets to find the right color, finish, and size for your next project.
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