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Home » Crafts/DIY » Make a Vacation Mode Tshirt – Getting Started with the Cricut Easy Press 2

Make a Vacation Mode Tshirt – Getting Started with the Cricut Easy Press 2

By: Liz  /  Published: January 24, 2020  /  Updated: January 27, 2020  /   Leave a comment

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This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Cricut. The opinions and text are all mine.

 

After learning how to use a Cricut Explore Air 2, I couldn’t resist breaking out my Cricut Easy Press 2 and trying a simple iron-on project with that as well.

I searched through the design space and found this cute Vacation Mode template and decided to use it on a t-shirt. You can get the project details here.

I love how it turned out!

Vacation Mode tshirt made with Easy Press 2

The cutting of the design was all handled with the Explore Air 2 and then the application of the iron-on was completed with the Easy Press 2. You can also use the Easy Press for infusible ink!

Cricut Easy Press 2

If you’re wondering why you’d want to use the Easy Press instead of a traditional iron, the answer is pretty simple. 

The Easy Press 2 maintains an even temperature over the entire heating plate – no hot spots.

With the push of a button (so easy!), you can set the exact temperature needed for the materials you’re using (here’s a heat guide chart) and in 60 seconds or less, you’ll have lasting professional quality results. 

I also really like that it has an insulated safety base to hold the press in between uses so there’s no worry it will topple over as irons do. The Easy Press also automatically shuts off after 10 minutes of inactivity.

Easy Press 2 insulated safety base

How to Make a Vacation Mode Tshirt with Cricut 

Tools and supplies

  • Cricut Explore Air 2
  • Tshirt
  • Vacation Mode template pattern
  • Everyday iron-on (I used bright teal)
  • Weeding tool
  • Cricut Easy Press 2

The first step is to decide on your t-shirt iron-on color. With a seemingly endless array of colors, the possibilities are limitless, but I chose a very vacation-y looking teal blue. 

Cricut iron-on materials

I selected the design template in Cricut Design Space and toggled the mirror button to reverse the image for use as an iron-on. Don’t forget that step!

design template in Cricut design space

Next, I loaded the iron-on attached to a mat into my Cricut Explore Air 2 and let it make all the cuts for me.

iron-on and mat in Cricut Explore Air 2

After the cuts were made, I pulled off the excess material from the grip mat and used a weeder for the detailed work. 

Design and Paper

When I was finished weeding, the design looked like this.

Cricut and Design

My design was ready to be ironed on, so I pre-heated my Easy Press 2 based on this Easy Press Heat Guide. For my materials, I needed a temperature of 315° and a press time of 30 seconds.

I laid my shirt on the Easy Press Mat (you could also use a towel) and pre-heated the t-shirt briefly with the Easy Press.  Next, I positioned my Vacation Mode t-shirt design (liner side up) on the tshirt and pressed it for 30 seconds using gentle pressure. Then, I flipped it over and pressed on the reverse side of the shirt for 15 seconds.

using an Easy Press 2

I wanted to do a warm peel, so I didn’t wait too long before pulling the shiny backing off, and it came out perfectly. If any part of the iron-on hadn’t stuck, I would have heated it for another 10-15 seconds and tried again.

remove backing from iron-on

I’m really happy with my new vacation mode tshirt! I think the design would also look really cute on a tote bag, so I may make that for a gift!

Cricut Easy Press vacation mode tshirt

Order your own Cricut Explore Air 2 and/or Cricut Easy Press 2 and start creating!

Pin this Vacation Mode Tshirt project to Pinterest!

Cricut - Vacation Mode Tshirt

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Liz is a midwestern mom gone southern (accent in transition). She lives in North Carolina and loves cooking, baking, traveling, movies, crafts, hot and cold tea, wine, pizza and the occasional nap. She also revels in the fact she's a crazy cat lady.

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  1. Alissa A Apel says

    February 11, 2020 at 5:34 pm

    I don’t have a Cricut cutter, but I should get one. I know I’d be good with one.

    Reply
  2. Kristine Nicole Alessandra says

    January 26, 2020 at 8:21 pm

    Cool! I have always wanted to have a Cricut. The projects you can make with it are limitless. If I do get one, hopefully soon, I can start a small printing business!

    Reply
  3. Ruth I says

    January 25, 2020 at 7:55 pm

    I like this design. it’s so cute! I love how easy it is to easy the Cricut!

    Reply
  4. Marysa says

    January 25, 2020 at 5:08 pm

    What a cute t-shirt! I have a Cricut and this is a fun design to make. Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
  5. Christy says

    January 25, 2020 at 4:54 pm

    I love this idea and would love to make some new t-shirts for the family. I’ve secretly wanted a cricut and I’m going to save up for one.

    Reply
  6. Lizzie Lau says

    January 25, 2020 at 4:23 pm

    Wow, I wish I had room for fun equipment like this. I should ask around and see if anyone in my circle has one. The only thing better than having a fantastic craft room, is having a friend with one!

    Reply
  7. Beth says

    January 25, 2020 at 2:07 pm

    I love your design and the color you chose! The easy press looks like a wonderful tool, I can’t tell you how many times I’ve messed up an iron on design, but it was at least 5.

    Reply
  8. Lynndee says

    January 25, 2020 at 8:57 am

    Now I can’t wait for summer and be on vacation mode. LOL. Good job! That is def an adorable idea for a t-shirt.

    Reply
  9. Brandy says

    January 24, 2020 at 11:31 pm

    I love your vacation mode t-shirt. I so couldn’t figure out the Cricut, and sold mine. I think I need to get the new model and give Cricut another try! Plus the heat press 😉

    Reply
  10. Kita Bryant says

    January 24, 2020 at 6:41 pm

    This is such a great and easy to use product. I can think of a lot that I would want to use that for.

    Reply
  11. Denay DeGuzman says

    January 24, 2020 at 2:06 pm

    I love the idea of creating a special vacation t-shirt. We’re planning a big family vacation for the summer. It would be so fun for everyone to have one of these shirts! I need to invest in a Cricut machine!

    Reply
  12. Amber Myers says

    January 24, 2020 at 1:34 pm

    How cool! I’ve heard great things about the Cricut. I might have to pick one up. I love this t-shirt.

    Reply
  13. melissa chapman says

    January 24, 2020 at 12:38 pm

    I am always amazed by the great items that are made with a Cricut. That shirt decal and the press are a great combination and the shirt is so cute.

    Reply
  14. Pam Wattenbarger says

    January 24, 2020 at 10:58 am

    That design is really cute, Liz! I don’t wear t-shirts that often, but I’d definitely put it on a tote bag to carry all my gear!

    Reply

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