And when applying it keep the design as low as possible.
Applying vinyl decals to tumblers.
Everyone wants to know how to seal vinyl decals.
So it is just like working with paint.
Applying vinyl to tumblers is pretty straight forward making this a perfect cricut craft for beginners.
Well today we are going to share not just one way but three different ways you can seal your vinyl decals.
Design and cut out vinyl decal with a cutting machine or buy a decal weed off the extra vinyl.
Use the hinge method to apply vinyl to a yeti or stainless steel tumbler to make sure your decal goes on straight.
You can go ahead and paint it or spray paint it but just be sure to give it a really long time to dry before applying the vinyl.
The last and most crucial step involves sealing the vinyl.
If you re also wondering how to make tumblers what vinyls should you use or what kind of tumblers should you buy this post is definitely for you.
Clean your tumbler with rubbing alcohol and let dry.
The vinyl has a tendency to want to lift up if you don t have a surface that s perfectly smooth.
This will help ensure it doesn t affect where you ll be drinking from your mug.
Since it s a smaller size it s pretty easy to work with just make sure that the sticky parts don t touch each.
Apply transfer tape to your decal and scrape it down do not remove paper backing yet position decal on tumbler and use a ruler if necessary to make sure it s straight.
You want to make sure that your vinyl adheres well and that nothing comes up with the transfer paper.
You apply it over your vinyl decal with a brush.
Apply the vinyl.
It works great on mugs or plates and you can choose from a variety of different finishes such as matte glossy or glitter.