Cricut Mug Press, Starter Bundle

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The first time you use the mug press it may have a smell, but it should go away after you use it — that’s what happened for me! Step 2 of the Cricut Mug Press setup is to plug your Cricut into a wall outlet and power on the Cricut Mug Press. The power button will turn orange when it is heating up. The heat plate may give off a smell when you first use it, which will likely dissipate with time, so don't worry! The Cricut Mug Press has just ONE button, and that’s the power button. The press operation itself begins when you push down on the handle. The zone heating in the press itself — a feature I haven’t found on any other mug press — infuses your design onto the surface of your mug so that the top edge looks just as good as the bottom edge. And the Cricut Mug Press has an auto-off feature for peace of mind. It’s designed to be easy, and it is. BR][BR]The Cricut mug press machine is built to create unique and memorable moments so you can capture them forever. Be it commemorating an event or celebrating friends and family, you can upload a design using the free app that comes with each machine or choose from Cricut’s extensive library of designs and patterns to add a little flair to your morning coffee. Put personalised messages and handwritten notes on a mug so you can keep them intact and always have them nearby.

You will need to ensure your phone, tablet or computer has Bluetooth enabled and then within your Bluetooth settings connect to your Cricut Machine. No, you have to use only heat-resistant tape. If you use regular tape, it will melt adhesive onto your design and mug press, so don’t do that. BR][BR]With dishwasher and microwave safe results, you can design your own personalised kitchenware or brand products for your small business that are fun, functional and can’t be found anywhere else with life-proof transfers. The innovative Infusible Ink™ system produces smooth and professional quality finishes that last the lifetime of the mug. Q: Do I have to use small Cricut Mug Press Infusible Ink transfer sheets, or can I use the large Infusible Ink transfer sheets I already have?BR][BR]Custom mugs come at the push of a button with the Cricut mug press, where you can design and personalise your own mugs with simplicity and ease. A mug heat press machine that has one touch settings, you can create intricate designs, monograms, and mug masterpieces at home in a matter of minutes. Give the gift of vibrant, professional-quality, personalized mugs with Cricut Mug Press. Just create your design using Cricut Infusible Ink materials, attach it to your mug, and let the press do the rest! With no manual temperature or pressure settings, it's easy to customize Infusible Ink compatible mugs* with one-of-a-kind art or text. A patent-pending heat plate with zone heating creates excellent, consistent results. Perfect gifts for family, friends, teachers, neighbors, and coworkers have never been this easy. Optimized for Infusible Ink products, this unique mug press is the perfect complement to any Cricut cutting machine. Carefully follow instructions at cricut.com/make-mugs. Here's what the "mug-wrap-butterflies-jennifermaker-SVG" file looks like in Design Space when you upload it.

When you are done cutting, unload the mat, flip the mat over onto your work surface, and peel the mat away from the Infusible Ink carefully. I've designed my mug wraps so that the outside template will cut out of the larger Infusible Ink transfer sheet — this makes it super easy to apply to your mug later on.

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For use with Infusible Ink compatible mugs, 11-16 oz. (350-470ml) straight wall only; 82-86mm diameter mugs +/- 1mm (3.2-3.4 inches) And that's it! Your design is wrapped around your mug and it's time to press it! You do NOT need to cover your design with butcher paper if you're just using Infusible Ink transfer sheets! STEP 6: PRESS THE MUG WITH THE CRICUT MUG PRESS

At this point, this design alone makes for a pretty mug and you can go ahead and cut this out as is — just skip to step 3. But if you'd like to PERSONALIZE your design, you can add text, images, or both. Let me show you how to add text and a small image.Follow the directions onscreen to activate your Cricut Mug Press. Step 1 is to place the mug press on a heat-resistant surface in a well-ventilated area — so turn on the fan or work near an open window. If you're using a self-healing cutting mat like I am, that's fine for the initial setup as most cutting mats like this are heat resistant, but extended heat exposure will decrease the mat's lifespan and weaken its bonds. I recommend you use a Cricut EasyPress mat instead, which you'll see me using later — the 12" x 12" size fits the Cricut Mug Press with extra room for cooling mugs. Now you can just weed the extra bits away with your fingers. You are welcome to also use a weeding tool, but I find it works best if I just bend the sheet away from me slightly and pull it right up with my fingers. I designed this mug wrap so it would be super easy to weed, because I am not a big fan of weeding! I kept large areas connected so you could peel them off in one fell swoop. Tip: Use can use any digital cutter to cut the infusible ink sheets. Or cut with a die-cutter or even by hand. This is an excellent addition to your Cricut collection, helping you get even more out of your Cricut machine.