Learn how to Create a Stunning, Vibrant T-Shirt Using Cricut Infusible Ink Available at JOANN with this Step-by-Step Tutorial.
If you love the idea of customizing shirts, bags, coasters and more with vivid color then you’re going to love using Infusible Ink! JOANN recently released the cutest raglan tee bases and I just had to use them to create some fun holiday-inspired t-shirts!
You can find the entire line of
Let’s start off by talking a little bit about what Cricut Infusible Ink really is and how it differs from Iron-On and Heat Transfer Vinyl.
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What is Cricut Infusible Ink?
Infusible Ink is a brand new system of products that allow you to take your DIY projects to an entirely new and completely permanent level.
Infusible Ink allows you to create a design that fuses with your shirt for a vivid and seamless result. This prevents any cracking, peeling or lifting of the design.
When Infusible Ink reaches a certain temperature it actually converts to a gas which begins the transfer of the pigment to the compatible base.
What Can you use Infusible Ink On?
Infusible Ink requires polymer or
How is it Different from Iron-On?
Iron-On uses an adhesive backing that is heat-activated to adhere a design to an item. Repeated use can cause wear and tear.
While Iron-On can be applied to a wide variety of materials, Infusible Ink must be used with compatible blanks to ensure the best results. White or light-colored fabrics are needed for the best results. A heat press that can reach 400 Degrees is also needed for a successful transfer.
Which machine can I use with Infusible Ink?
The Cricut Maker, Cricut Explore family and Cricut Joy are all compatible with Infusible Ink.
Supplies
- Cricut Infusible Ink (includes 1 sheet of butcher paper)
- Cricut Infusible Ink Compatible T-Shirt (Raglan)
- Cricut Machine
- Standard Grip Mat
- Tweezers
- Weeding Tool
- Measuring Tape
- Cricut EasyPress & Mat
- Heat Resistant Tape (Optional)
DOWNLOAD THE FREE SVG FILES HERE
Prepare and Cut Infusible Ink
Begin by opening your package of Infusible Ink. Inside you will find an Infusible Ink sheet, a sheet of butcher paper, and a white cloth.
Place the Infusible Ink Transfer sheet on green Cricut Standard Grip mat with the design facing upwards.
Measure your t-shirt to get an idea of how big to make your design.
DOWNLOAD MY FREE T-SHIRT SIZING GUIDE HERE.
In Design Space, select “Mirror” on the entire design. Infusible Ink is similar to Iron-On and needs to be mirrored since it will be placed face down on the material.
Turn on the machine, if you are using an Explore Air 2 select “Custom” then select Infusible Ink.
Load the mat into the machine and allow it to cut completely. Once the machine has finished cutting, eject the mat.
Lay the mat upside down in front of you and slowly peel the mat away from the Infusible Ink. This will protect the material and keep it from cracking. Flip the design so the right side is facing upwards.
Roll the design back and forth to lift the excess off of the transfer sheet and use a pair of tweezers to pull away any of the negative designs.
The excess pieces can be saved and used as a design as well.
Preheat the Cricut EasyPress to 380 degrees for 40 seconds.
How to Apply Infusible Ink to a Compatible Base
Step One
Place the T-shirt on top of a Cricut EasyPress mat and spread it flat. Prepare the shirt by using a lint roller to remove any stray threads or fibers.
This is an important step because fibers can change colors when exposed to extreme heat, resulting in a damaged design. Most of the time, these small fibers are unseen by the naked eye. A few swipes with a lint roller will ensure you have a clean base to start with.
Step Two
Slide a piece of card stock inside the shirt. This will prevent the ink from bleeding through.
Press the shirt with the EasyPress for 15 seconds to warm it up removing any moisture or wrinkles. Allow the shirt to cool completely.
Place the transfer sheet with the ink side downwards on top of the shirt taking care to center it completely. Apply pressure to the transfer sheet to help it adhere to the shirt.
You’ll want to make sure that the transfer sheet is smaller than the size of the EasyPress so that the entire design is covered by the heat plate.
Place a sheet of butcher paper on top of the design.
Step Three
Lower the EasyPress onto the design taking care not to move the design. Set the timer, apply light pressure and remove the EasyPress once the timer has ended.
Take extra care not to bump the design as it can cause ghosting of the design.
Allow the transfer to cool for a few minutes before removing the transfer sheet using pair of tweezers.
Infusible Ink Care
Wash the shirt on cold with detergent. For best results do not use fabric softener on the design.
Infusible Ink is a permanent alternative to Iron on. It provides bold and bright color with out fading, cracking or peeling.
I can’t wait to see what you create with this tutorial! There are so many possibilities with this line of products. You can find all of the supplies you need for this project on Joann.com
This is super informative, thanks for sharing!!
I wish I had a press to try infusible ink. This looks great!
That was great info. I’m excited to get started with confidence!
Wish I had the Cricut Maker. Love all the crafts that you do with it.
I've been getting the most useful advice from this site.
Such a cool tutorial!
This message me want to try infusable ink.
This looks like fun. I have got to try it one day. Thanks for this post!
Help a whole lot
I cannot wait to try this project
Infusible ink can be so intimidating, seeing this tutorial makes anyone want to try it.
This is such a great tutorial that makes infusible ink seem more manageable to learn, thank you!
This will make a great gift .
What a great tutorial. I would love to do this for all my kids and grandkids and make them matching shirts. Thank you
I’m looking forward to learning Cricut with you!
Love this infusible ink tshirt
I would love to create even more it’s the thing that makes me the happiest!
Super cute! I haven’t tried infusible ink yet but this project makes me want to try it.
I've tried infusible ink and still haven't gotten it down but I'm not giving up
A lot of the information out there is so overwhelming at times, love how you break it down to seem more manageable.
Your posts and tutorials are always so informational and inspirational. Thank you!
This is so helpful!!
So cute!!
Infusible inks are so expensive but I’ll just ignore that fact cause this made it all worth the $$! Love this idea ❤️
I absolutely love this. I have had infusable ink sitting on my shelf and haven't had the inspiration to use it, now I see its not as scary as I thought! Can't wait to try!
Love this idea! Thanks!
Time to going shopping for Infusible supplies!!
This is pretty cool. Love the colors. The step by step pictures are very helpful.
So excited to finally use this product !!
I love your blog and all your crafts
This is awesome! Would love to try this!
Your tips and tricks really come in handy when trying out infusibke ink for the first time! Can't wait to make some cute Christmas tees and pillows. 🙂
Oooh, what a fun project!
Love these shirts so much! Especially the gnome one! So cute.
Now I want to try infusible ink! Thanks for such a great tutorial.
Thank you for your easy to follow tutorials. It makes this beginner feel confident in my projects.
Thank you for all the good information. I learned so much.
So it have to be polymer or polyester not good with cotton?
I have the first easy press, will it work on infusible ink?
Thanks for the tips! I have yet to try iron ons, and was curious about ge infusible ink.
I love the idea of infusible ink, but I have no space for a heat press... Last I heard, an iron doesn't heat evenly enough for it to work.
Thanks for the inspiration!
Can’t wait to get started and try the techniques you have used.
I have recently started working with Infusible Ink and I'm addicted!!
I love everything you create!
Thanks Great tips for beginners!
Love it!
Love love cute t-shirt
Super cute designs and shirts!
Because of this tutorial and your generosity in sharing the svg files free, I am able to create matching jammies for my family without breaking the bank! Thank you!
Such a cute idea
So darn cute! Love the EasyPress. The Buffalo check pattern is my holiday favorite.
You have the best tutorials! I have been wanting to try this but wasn’t sure how it would go. Thanks for simplifying.
Thank you for sharing all of your cute ideas. These shirts are totally adorable.
Tutorial was so helpful...thank you
Thanks for the info very useful never thought of rolling the sheets to separate the transfer sheet from the infusible!
Awesome! Loved the detailed explanation! ❤️ Thanks a lot for sharing!
Excited to try infusible ink!
My family bought me a Cricut Obsession. Making t shirts meant cutting the design out of freezer paper. Ironing it onto a shirt and using paint. I love how far Cricut has come
I don't have a cricut, but I'm hoping to someday so that I can try some of the wonderful cricut crafts you share one your blog!
Absolutely loves these!!
Thank you for your tutorial. This was great!
Love your ideas!
This is so cute!
Thank you for this super cute tutorial!
Love your work and how you all work together so inspiring!!
Hoping to win the Cricket Maker Lilac so I can be cool like you.
Wow, Cricut just keeps coming up with amazing things! Thanks for the detailed tutorial, I love the way you break things down and include pics!
Love all your tutorials! I need a cricut so I can do these crafts with you, too!
Super cool! Great job!
Maybe this will make me finally use my infusible ink
I'd love to get a circuit and do this with my mom. She would love to do this. She is so crafty.
Thank you for this.
I want to make a shirt for my kids now
These shirts are awesome. I can’t wait to try it.
Love all of your stuff!
Awesome. My wife would love them.
Can’t wait to try. Thank you for the tutorial.
Thank you for doing this for us!
Wow! This is a great tutorial! Thank you! I have had my Easy Press and Maker (I had a previous Explorer on down to the original Cricut) for almost a year, and I have not used them. I am so excited now, and can't wait to try the Infusible Ink! I have got to start creating and being less intimidated by this machine!
Great tutorial! Thank you!!
Love the plaid pattern
Excellent intructions and tutorial as always. Ready to try it for myself.
I purchase two rolls on clearance didn't know I needed the press thought I could use my iron. Maybe if I am a really good well I will put it on my list machine and press
This is super helpful!!
I love this! I have been putting off trying this technique. You make it seem so easy! Thank you for sharing!
Love all your classes and the tutorials are amazing. The Cricut Maker is my unicorn and would be perfect to use with your upcoming Cricut Ebook.
I love watching your videos and the projects you make. It’s like FaceTime crafting with a friend.
I can’t wait to get your book.
Thank you Poppy
You’re such a great teacher! Always so thorough. I love all your tutorials, thank you!!!
I recieved an infusible ink gift last year for Christmas and haven't even opened the box! Now i can! Thanks for sharing!
the Tshirt guide is SO helpful! Thank you!!!
Very detailed, thanks!
A very versatile set of machines--can do so many different creative arts!
Thank you so much for always sharing these amazing ideas! You are so inspiring
Thank for posting all this info, I bought a boat load of infusible stuff this past week and I'm anxious to do projects for Christmas. One thing I don't know how to do/use are the infusible pens I bought (all the colors). I thought maybe I could get a bit artistic with them, any ideas?
This would be a great win for anyone!! Good luck every one!
Can't wait to try
I love the paper pattern you chose for this project!
This is so awesome! Thank you for sharing this with us!!
These shirts are adorable!!
Thank you so much for such a detailed guide! I can't wait to try it
Great & helpful information in this tutorial! Looking forward to learning more about the Cricut Maker too!
Can’t wait for your new launch! Love watching your videos. Congratulations!
Excited to learn and gain more knowledge!
You make your tutorial easy to follow along and understand! Thank You! I know where to come when I need to know anything Cricut
I am soooo going to try this : )
I can't wait to buy a cricut easy press to create projects like this.
Thanks for the free cricut tips. Always something new one can learn about the Cricut.
Very informative tutorial...thanks for sharing!
Would love to be able to do this! 🙂
I can't wait to make myself a holiday shirt with the buffalo plaid infusible ink
Love this!
This looks like fun, but a "Lilac Cricut Maker" sounds better.
Excited to try this out!
I always wanted to try the infusible ink never really understood the difference thanks for the post.
I an going to give infusible ink a try. This looks awesome
Impressive shirts and you made it look so easy!
This is on my wish list! Have SO many ideas......
I can’t wait
Your tutorials are a lifesaver!
Oooooohhhh if I had a cricut maker I would definitely try this one
I would love to be able to make these crossing fingers to win the cricut maker
Omg thank you so much for all this info. I love working arts n crafts and this will put me on top with all your help. You’re the best!!!
This looks awesome..
I want to make some
So cute!! When I get a Cricut I’ll make matching shirts for the fam!!
Great post! Can’t wait to try it.
Such cute and easy designs! Thanks for sharing!
Thank you for such great information! I love your blog and you’re so easy to follow!
I didn’t know they had this pattern in infusable ink. So cute, definitely picking it up on my next craft run.
Can't wait to see who wins and to learn what all my cricuit maker can do.
Great tutorial for a visual learner. This product gives more options when offering products to customers and as gifts.
Thank you - I’ve wondered if the infusible ink was actually liquid ink and it sounded so messy. I can’t wait to try it!
This shirt is so cute! I want to make one!
Thank you for this tutorial! This project is cute!
Cant wait and thanks for this giveaway
Oh my goodness I need a Cricut So I Can Make This Awesomely Adorable Projects
Thank you for sharing! Christmas is my favorite holiday! Using your ideas will make it so much more fun in the coming days!
The shirts are adoorable. Thank you for the tutorial!
These shirts are super cute! I’ve never heard of infusable ink transfers until now. We always get to learn about something new with you! Thank you!
love the shirts and super helpful. ive had my infusible ink sitting for a bit. time to get that shirt done lol
Wish I can use those wonderful inks with my vintage Cricut:( Thanks for sharing
Can't wait to try infusible ink
Wow! My daughter has a Cricut Explore which she loves and is very keen to try out the infusible ink methods. Finding this tutorial, so clearly explained is marvellous as I was struggling to understand how it worked. She'll be delighted to see this.
I'd love to be able to have a Cricut myself so this generous giveaway is a wonderful opportunity to begin a new craft.
Awesome, thank you for this!
Awesome product and post.
Súper cute!!!
Wow this is super cool!!! Noe I can custom make my own print shirt!!!
Great tutorial!
Thank you for sharing your skills with us!
Thanks for sharing. This will make great gifts !
This is something I definitely want to try one day! Thanks for sharing
I’m really excited to see who will be the winner I hope is me jiji. I watch all the videos and I have subscribed in most of them as well even on the sewing projects all is great but hopefully with this machine I couple do more and start my small business yayyy. God bless and good luck to all.
I love all you do so, I can do too
I am super excited about this course. The machine can be frustrating, so I'm so glad that you are doing this!
I love the way you have used this infusible ink.
Your videos are so easy to follow! Thank you for your hard work!
I can’t believe what the Cricut Maker can do! I am so very impressed.
I’m so excited to get knee deep in all that is SRP! I have the circuit joy coming in this week!
Awesome!
Cricut made easy just what I need. Thanks this is great
Love the tips - very helpful!
Love your posts. Thanks
Thank you for the tutorial, very helpful!
Just used infusible ink fir the first time last week. Game changer!
Your an amazing crafter! Looking forward to learning more from you!
I have been in love with these raglan shirts lately!! I can’t wait to try this out!
Super cute!
Ive always been too nervous go try infusable ink but this definitely helps
Love this idea! You make it so easy, thanks!
I can’t wait to try this. I love your tutorials. You make everything look so easy! So cute!!
Love the things you do and make. Always following
Wish I had one of these they look like a lot of fun
Awesome giveaway!
What a great tutorial!
Your Cricut guides and tips have been invaluable.
This looks easy and fun!
Your blogs are very helpful! I don’t own a Cricut yet, but can’t wait to get my hands on one so I can start creating projects! I’m most excited to try infusible ink!
Super cute design!
This will be fun to try!
I'm excited to make the most of my Cricut with your help:)
I am so intimidated by infusable and am so grateful for all of your tutorials!!!
This is great information. I don't like it when my graphic tee images peel or crack. Thanks for sharing!
Such a cool gift idea. I’ve always wanted to try it!
Wow
That looks so cool! I'm hoping to learn more about using a cricut machine!
great tutorial
Looking forward to the tips and tricks. I love to craft but dont do much of it due to schedule but looking forward to doing more crafty projects for the house and gifts. Im excited to see what the classes brings. Thanks again.
This is a helpful reminder as I'm getting ready today. It's been far too long since I've done infusible ink.
Love infusible ink, but not easy to use the first try!
Love this! Can't wait to try it one day.
Maybe one day I will work up the nerve to try infusible ink.
I’ve been so intrigued by the infusible ink but too hesitant to try. You spell it out & finally made me feel comfortable enough to try it, thank you!
Thank you for this. I have been very intimated to try the infusable ink. My hubby found some on sale and picked up a few rolls for me but they have been sitting in the drawer.
I haven't ventured into Infusible Ink and I hoping to be able to soon.
Was wondering how this was used. Thank you!
Was wondering how this was used. Thank you for posting
I have not used infusable ink yet and you make it seem easy, can’t wait to try it out.
I'm new at this, so thank you for the detailed instructions
Wow! This blog has so much information. I've never used a Cricut (or any similar machine) and this is very helpful. Thank you!
Excuse me?! Anything cuter than this??!!!
I have a new maker and I want to try infusible ink.
Oh my, what can’t you do with Cricut?!!
was wondering do you have to use the infusible inks shirts or bags to use this product? or can you use anything with this product?
Great tutorial! Love the shirts too! Can't wait to try this!
omg, this looks amazing!
This is so interesting! I had no idea infusable ink was so easy
This is so cool!
Love Cricut's Infusible Ink!!!! That raglan shirt is too cute! Going to have to try that one now!!
I can't wait to try this product! Thanks for the great tutorial and cute files.
Love seeing new ideas
I had no idea that Cricut could use infusible ink for really seamless designs.
Thiss is very informative, especially for a newbie 🙂
I am so excited to try this! Need to get the maker first.
Love your designs and I’m looking forward to learning from your new class!
Looking forward to trying this! Haven’t been able to yet!
So looking forward to being able to do this!
I'm looking forward to learning more about my Cricut. Thank you.
Awesome! Love your projects!
These shirts are adorable! Thank you for the idea!
What a superb gift, especially during these times. One certainly would have plenty of time to learn and play with this wonderful TOY!!
Thanks for the opportuity!!
LOVE, LOVE, LOVE, these! Just wish they had it in Blue plaid as our holiday decorations are Blue, Silver and white!
Thanks so much for explaining how infusible ink works! I should really make these shirts for my kiddos!
I'm looking forward to someday owning my own Cricut.
Wow! Love the way you can design — the patterns!
I LOVE how I don't have to worry about lifting when using this project! I can't wait to get my hands on it. This was super informative. Thank you!
I bought the pens but I haven't tried them yet.
Good luck everyone! I just discovered this blog and website and it’s amazing! Your crafting skills are amazing, and you offer so much inspiration. I can’t wait to make more face masks! Thank you!
Rachael Davis
Great explanation. I've been wondering how it works. Thanks for the info.
These are so cute! Would love to have a maker of my own. I love creating!!!
Love your site and blog posts! Keep it up!
Absolutely adorable! Ahh now I want to buy a Cricut and make family shirts!
Your tutorials are so easy to follow and I just love the sentiments on these shirts. Thank you for sharing.
I'm learning so much here!
What a cute project. Thanks for the tutorial.
where do i get information on how much the Cricut course costs
I'm always in awe when I see the results from using infusible inks. It's like magic! I can't wait to get my hand on an Easy Press & some infusible ink bundles to test them out myself!
I have been so curious on how infusible ink worked. This is such a great tutorial and definitely takes that scary post feeling out of learning something new.
Great project! I have infusible ink but have not tried it yet! Now I'm excited to try it!
I want to try this on a baby milestone blanket
Love this idea
This is amazjng
Oo I need to try this!
Thank you for showing us how to do this!
Love your easy to follow tutorials. They are giving me more confidence with my crafting.
Ahh love the free SVGs, I love to try them out
I get lost in your blog! So much good stuff to check out all the time!
This looks so fun! I have been considering getting a critical because I love crafting, so now I have to get one to try this out. Thanks for sharing!
Okay SUPER cute!!! Love how versatile this cricut is.
Love this tutorial!
I can’t wait to try out making shirts. Hopefully I talk the hubs into coordinating Christmas outfits
I can’t wait for the course!
I am so excited to start learning about Cricut. They have come a long way!!
I'm terrified to do this but tired of asking my sister to always make shirts for me. So for Christmas I'm asking for a Circuit so I can add something new to my craft/sewing room and business by offering personalization. Thank you for reassuring us and giving us the best instructions and freebies! You're the BEST!!!
I follow you on all of your platforms and have wanted one of these for ages. I would love to share it with my granddaughter so she could make her own designer shirts.
If I ever need to learn how to use a cricut, I know who to go to!! Thank you for all the resources and tutorials!
Read my mind. I’ve been curious about this all day
This looks awesome, thank you!
Love it! if only, I had a cricut...
Really can’t wait to try this! Thanks for the tutorial.
Can't wait to try these. Love ❤️ your designs.
Just love all the great projects you are willing to share.
Wow this is really cool probably would have never heard about this and so easyily explained. Thank you!
Love this!
I can’t wait for your Cricut course, so I can learn all about how to use my new maker!!
I love all the pretty things you make gives me inspiration to keep going.
Thank you so much for these great designs! I'm new to this and am excited to get started! I hope to make shirts for my family for Christmas. I enjoy your website and blog and have learned a lot from you. Thank you for sharing your creative gifts with us!
So Excited & Extremely Hopeful , I've Need A Cricut For A Long Time
I will have to try this, looks great. Thanks!
You make this look so easy! 🙂 I am super overwhelmed by all of the Cricut possibilities!
I would definitely love to have it. It would help a lot with kids school projects.
I love your easy to follow tutorials!
Thanks
I love the design and the plaid makes it pop
Absolutely adorable shirts!!!
Thank you so much for this tutorial.
This is so cute and so helpful.
Haven’t tried using infusible ink yet but I love making matching shirts for the family! Can’t wait to start on my Christmas ones!!
Still to try out these tutorials. Waiting to get a cricut machine
Been scared to start with infussable ink but this helps a lot.
Thank you for the tips!
Personalized gifts are the best!! And so easy to make with this tutorial
great tutorial! Love the buffalo plaid!
So thankful for all your tips!!
I want to know more about how to choose the base materials and what works best with the infusable ink sheets
This is truly one of the most informative sites. I really enjoy it.
I am excited about learning how to use a circuit cutter. The T-Shirt article is a very good one and hope I can learn this new technique.
Love the Gnomes!!!
Your tutorials are so easy to follow, thank you!
I love how passionate you are with everything you taught us, Thank you for your patience and support!
I love all your tutorials. It has helped me use my cricut much easier
Thank you .... I've been wanting to learn how to do this!!!!!
I didn’t know anything about this kind of ink! Thanks for the tutorial.
I have this infusible ink and a tshirt I have been wanting to do something Gnome Christmas with so this was not only a super helpful guide but inspired me to actually create the Christmas gnome tshirt I have been wanting too!
Can’t wait to get my heat press for projects like this.
This would be extremely cute as matching family pajamas. I would love to make this and a onesie for the twins with this design. ❤️❤️
We some shirts! I'm a sucker for plaid
I didnt know that the infusable ink came in non solid colors! I love this idea it's so darn cute!
Love this post! Hopefully soon I’ll be able to try out infusible ink!! Thanks for sharing!!
Love all of you projects, gaining confidence with each one!!
Neat creations!
This was so very helpful when trying to figure out how to use my infusible ink sheets for the first time. It gave me the confidence that I was doing it correctly as I was making a onsie as a gift and didn't want to mess it up. So thank you so very much! The only thing that I noticed was that my black infusible ink actually came out grey. I did a few onesies and I tried light pressure, firm pressure, and applying the easy press 2 for longer then 40 seconds and they all came out the exact same color no matter what I did. Have you had this happened with your black sheets? Did I do something wrong?