*Please note: Since all heat presses vary in terms of temperature and pressure, below are general guidelines. If this is your first time ordering with us, we do recommend ordering a few extra designs for use in determining optimal temp, time and pressure for your press.
Pre-Press garment for 5 seconds (prior to applying image), this step helps remove wrinkles and any potential moisture trapped in the fabric.
1st Press: 280-300 degrees for 8-10 seconds HEAVY pressure with image in proper placement. Do NOT go above 300 degrees. If you have your press too hot it will melt the adhesive too much causing it not to adhere to the garment.
If your transfer will not stick do not increase the heat. You most likely need to reduce the heat and up your pressure.
Each heat press does vary and some experimenting may be necessary for optimal results.
You can peel film hot or cold (sometimes with polyester you have to let it cool 10-15 seconds).
2nd Press: Cover with Teflon (for shiny look) or parchment paper (for matte look), 280-300 degrees for 5-10 seconds.
Note: Firm and even pressure is important for good adhesion, avoid any pocket/seams/buttons/zipper/etc. within the press area
Polyester/Blend Fabric: 300 degrees & shorten time 3-8 seconds, as these fabrics absorb heat at much faster rate. You can press multiple times if the transfer is not adhering to the fabric.
100% Polyester: Lower the temperature to 250-285 degrees & shorten press time to 3-8 seconds, this fabric can take some tweaking with your press to determine the best time, temp and pressure. We suggest practicing to determine the proper settings. You can press multiple times if the transfer is not adhering to the fabric, just allow the fabric time to cool in between.
**A HOUSEHOLD IRON OR A HANDHELD PRESS WILL NOT WORK FOR THESE TRANSFERS** YOU NEED AN ACTUAL INDUSTRIAL HEAT PRESS
CHENILLE/SEQUIN PATCHES INSTRUCTIONS:
When applying patches with a heat press, set your press to 350 degrees F and set the pressure to medium/heavy
Using a lint roller, roll the surface of your garment where you will be applying your patch prior to pressing to remove any lint.
Press your garment where patch will be applied for 5 seconds for a pre press.
Position patch on your garment, then cover with a thin cloth, parchment paper, or Teflon sheet.
Press patch for 10 seconds.
Then turn your garment inside out and press for 30 seconds with the adhesive side facing upwards.
Let area cool 60 seconds before checking to make sure it adhered.
If patch did not fully adhere repeat the press inside out for 20 seconds.
PATCH WASH INSTRUCTIONS:
***WAIT 24 HOURS BEFORE FIRST WASH***
Wash garments inside out in cold water with mild detergent.
Do not bleach
Avoid Fabric Softener
Tumble dry low- For best results we recommend hang to dry.
