Using Transfer Tape

Transfer tape lets you move a cut vinyl design from its backing to another surface while keeping all of the individual pieces correctly positioned.

Supplies

• Transfer tape: Cut a piece from the roll on the column across from the Roland cutter.

• Squeegee: A bin of squeegees is on the “Art” wire rack.

• Weeding tools (tweezers, scalpel, razor, spatula, etc), if needed.

1. Weed the Vinyl

• Remove the unwanted vinyl from around your design and from inside letters and shapes.

• When finished, only the vinyl you want to transfer should remain on the backing sheet.

2. Apply Transfer Tape

• Cut a piece of transfer tape slightly larger than your design.

• Peel off the transfer tape's backing and place the sticky side over the vinyl. Starting at one edge or in the center can help prevent wrinkles.

• Use a squeegee to press the transfer tape firmly onto the vinyl. Rub across the entire design in several directions.

3. Remove the Vinyl Backing

• Turn the design over and slowly peel the vinyl backing away from the transfer tape.|

• Keep the backing low and peel it back at a sharp angle rather than pulling straight upward.

• The vinyl should stay attached to the transfer tape. If a piece doesn't lift, put the backing down again, rub firmly with the squeegee, and try again.

4. Apply the Design

Make sure the destination surface is clean and dry.
Position the design carefully. Once it is positioned, press it firmly onto the surface with the squeegee, working from the center outward.

5. Remove the Transfer Tape

Slowly peel the transfer tape back at a sharp angle, keeping it close to the surface.
If any vinyl starts to lift with the tape, put the tape back down, rub that area firmly with the squeegee, and try again.

Video

Cricut has a good, short demonstration of the basic technique:

Cricut — Use Transfer Tape (YouTube)

More Information

Cricut Transfer Tape Instructions — includes additional short videos and instructions for larger vinyl applications.