How I learned to master Transfer Tape and make every Cricut project look flawless

"Transfer Tape allows you to lift intricate vinyl designs cleanly from their backing sheet and apply them precisely to almost any surface, whether you're working with removable or permanent vinyl. For this tutorial, I used the new Cricut Explore 4, one of the best Cricut machines for beginners and seasoned makers alike. It's fine point blade handles even delicate details with pinpoint accuracy, ensuring every cut is as sharp as your design."

"Start by opening Cricut Design Space and either selecting a ready-made template from the Cricut Design Store or creating your own custom artwork. Once you're happy with your design, load either permanent or removable Smart Vinyl into your Cricut machine. The beauty of Smart Vinyl is that it doesn't require a mat, making setup quick and fuss-free. Let your Cricut do the hard work, using its fine-point blade to cut every line and curve with absolute precision."

Use a Cricut Explore 4 with its fine-point blade to cut vinyl designs precisely. Load Smart Vinyl—removable or permanent—into the machine for matless, fast setup. Weed unwanted vinyl pieces with a weeder or micro-weeder to reveal the final image. Trim excess vinyl and cut transfer tape to match the design size. Place transfer tape over the vinyl, burnish gently, then peel to lift the design onto the tape. Align and apply the taped design to the target surface, burnish again, and remove the transfer tape for a clean, professional finish.

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