Seriously? 100 items?
Nope. Just kidding. There aren’t 100 items you can heat print on… there are probably THOUSANDS of items you can heat print on! This post is part 1 of the top 100 items you’re most likely to print with heat transfer vinyl and a heat press. There are likely hundreds of niche products that i haven’t even thought about applying on. Ready to get this printing item party started? Good, so am I!
Our first category for items you can heat print is, Fashion. By fashion, I mean every day items that you can wear… not specific to one thing, like dresses that waif models wear.
Fashion
| 1 – Beanies | 14 – T-shirts |
| 2 – Slippers | 15 – Onesies |
| 3 – Baby Blankets | 16 – Ties |
| 4 – Boots | 17 – Shirt Pockets |
| 5 – Leather Bracelets | 18 – Windbreakers |
| 6 – Scarves | 19 – Boxer Shorts |
| 7 – Socks | 20 – Dresses |
| 8 – Sweat Pants | 21 – Robes |
| 9 – Jeans | 22 – Shorts |
| 10 – Purses | 23 – Belts |
| 11 – Corsets | 24 – Hoodies |
| 12 – Umbrellas | 25 – Shoes |
| 13 – Leather jackets |
So how many of those fashion items do you print on? How many are you going to print on now that you know you can?
Just a few of the unique items you can decorate with HTV
Our second segment of items you can decorate with EasyWeed heat transfer vinyl is, Sports. Now I know you might be saying that you already print on everything sports. After all, isn’t that what heat transfer vinyl was invented for? Ok, “already prints on everything”, how many of these items have you decorated?
Sports
| 26 – Stadium Cushions | 39 – Yoga Pants |
| 27 – Headbands | 40 – Baseballs |
| 28 – Pennants | 41 – Batting Gloves |
| 29 – Athletic Bags | 42 – Golf Bags |
| 30 – Swim Suits | 43 – Cleats |
| 31 – Boxing Gloves | 44 – Hockey Pads |
| 32 – Wetsuits | 45 – Racket Covers |
| 33 – Yoga Mats | 46 – Athletic Socks |
| 34 – Jerseys | 47 – Towels |
| 35 – Cheer Bows | 48 – Volleyball Shorts |
| 36 – Caps | 49 – Bowling Bags |
| 37 – Lifting Belts | 50 – Practice Wear |
| 38 – Wrestling Singlets |
Hopefully I’ve opened your eyes to some new and unique options for heat printing. Great thing is that we’re only half way through the items you can decorate with heat transfer vinyl! I know there are tons of items out there that can be decorated with a cutter and heat press. Drop a note in the comments and let us know what you’re printing on! Stay tuned for part 2, where we tackle decoration and personalization for the Home as well as decorating Miscellaneous items.
As always, share your decoration wins and fails with us on social media using the hashtag #SISERNA
I decorate bedclothes. It was little hard to do it because my heatpress is 38x38cm and vinyl was 100×48 cm but I did it
Will the heat transfer vinyl stick to stainless steel?
I would assume that HTV will stick to stainless steel. You can apply it to wood, glass, etc. I don’t see why it wouldn’t! If you have a small scrap of the stainless, try it out before committing to a big project.
Any suggestions as to what temperature and time. I am going to try this on one of the cheaper Walmart stainless steel travel mugs.
Hi Margaret, although our products have been known to adhere to stainless steel, we don’t recommend it because the results can be unpredictable. We’d suggest testing it out, and keep in mind it’s best to start with a lower temp and work your way up when testing HTV on a new material. If you do apply Siser HTV to stainless steel we would love to hear how it went! Please email us at info@siserna.com.
how about abs plastic and aluminium, will your HTV products adhere to those materials?
Rick, Although HTV will adhere to aluminum (not sure about ABS), you could use our EasyPSV materials (https://www.siserna.com/easypsv). EasyPSV is a pressure sensitive (decal, sticker) material meant for hard goods.
Kerry,
Did you try this?
I am making some umbrellas as wedding gifts. They are labled 100% polyester but don’t say if they’re coated or uncoated. I normally user regular siser easy weed HTV vinyl on clothing, but I ordered the stretch kind / Siser Extra for the umbrellas. I like the yellow (lemon) best, but it’s not available in Siser Extra. Can i use either one on the umbrellas?
If the umbrella is NOT coated, you can use either EasyWeed or EasyWeed Stretch. We always recommend testing prior to doing a full production run… so if you have an extra umbrella you can test on or if you can use a small corner of the umbrella to test on, that would be your best bet. Every umbrella is different as far as coatings go. Mama always said, umbrellas are like a box of chocolates, you never know what you’re going to get.
Did you figure out ifor it was coated?
My daughter’s swim team buys competition swimsuits w/club logo. It makes more sense for me to do it here and not wait 12 weeks by sending it away to be done. Some are made of Lyrca and some polyester. These suits range from $50-100. What type of vinyl can I use that won’t damage a 1 piece suit?
EasyWeed Stretch will adhere to both Lycra and uncoated polyester… So will EasyWeed SubBlock. Sub Block will prevent dye migration… this would be most noticeable on brighter colors like red and orange. If you have an older sqimsuit that she doesn’t wear anymore, try a sample of both and run it through the wash. Better safe than sorry with suits that cost that much!
I want to do my girls some bags for there dance costumes to go in what’s the best material to put vinyl on and what heat so don’t melt thanks deb
Hi Deb! It depends on what material the bag is made of… You can email our tech support (traci.pritchet@siserna.com) and let her know what material you are applying to and what type of finish you’re looking to achieve and she’ll be able to steer you in the right direction!
Sorry to butt in ur convo,i just need some advise please?. I have a very old retro vinyl puffe that is tatty but i want to up cycle to cover holes. I have seen some vw camper vinyl/cloth table cloth that i want to stick to it but should i iron it on of should i just glue it.? If its best i glue what glue in ok? Needs to be resistant cos it will be used as a pouffe. If i should iron on it then how & what tools would i need? Thanks.
Hi Lisa, it sounds like you may have a Siser North America product that we no longer offer. If it is 3D Techno, there will be a liner on the adhesive that needs to be removed before cutting and heat applying. To heat press the material, use 330°F for 5 seconds, peel the carrier, and press for an additional 15-20 seconds. A similar application process could be done with the highest setting on your iron. However, I would suggest test pressing the the table cloth before decorating to see how the fabric reacts to the heat. It’s possible the vinyl table cloth will melt and may be best mended with glue or EasyWeed® Adhesive.
What settings and what’s the best way to use the HTC on boxing gloves?
Jessica, we just applied on some boxing gloves the other day! We used a home iron and started at a low temperature. Better to start low and work your way up. There will be a point where it’s too hot and it could melt the glove. I would recommend starting in an inconspicuous area so that if something doesn’t go according to plan, you don’t ruin the glove. If you’re using a heat press, I would say to start around 265° and work your way up.
Can the htv be applied to faux leather purses?
Wendy,
EasyWeed can be applied to most faux leather products providing that you start really low on your temperature. Start out at about 265° F and increase temp slightly until it adheres. Since a purse won’t get washed, you can get away with a lower temperature. As always, test first in an inconspicuous area first! Good luck with your application!
Can it be applied to a silicone swim cap? I want to add a name to the cal.
Hmmm… EasyWeed Stretch MIGHT work. We’ve never tested this application but I would say that it would probably adhere but might not stay on because of the water and chlorine. Your best best would be to test a sample on an older or extra cap. If you do end up testing it, can you pop back on and let us know how it went for you?
@karen what did you use ? I have a swim cap and trying to find something to put on it.
Use regular vinyl
Can I use easy weed HTV on an acrylic beanie? If so, what temp & how long?
Allison, I can honestly say that we’ve never tried applying to an acrylic beanie. Your best bet is to either try a small sample on the inside on a low temperature like 265°F, or get an extra beanie and try it out. Every garment is unique and we ask that users experiment a bit to find out which settings work best with their particular application.
Thank you!!
I was wondering the same thing about HTV on acrylic beanies and it is number 1 on the list above? I am going to tryEasy Weed Stretch and see if that works.
you can use HTV on a yoga mat??? What is your suggestion for the heat press temp???
For a yoga mat, you’ll have to start at a low temperature… 265° to start for 5 seconds. If you get material lifting, increase the temperature a few degrees or try heating for a few more seconds. As always, we recommend testing in a small area first. If you go a little too hot on and it, it’ll probably leave the rectangular impression of the upper platen.
what type of yoga mat? I have some textured ones, the thin cheap ones, just the standard ridges but I also have a nicer “Jade” mat that is thick and made of recycled rubber… htv or flexible vinyl, which would hold up better with consistent rolling to store mats? I am reluctant to use heat on my nice mat and ruin it!
Thanks
Hi Ashley! Since every yoga mat is made up of a mix of materials it’s best to do your own testing to see what works best for the mats you have. It’s possible that the heat press settings that work for your thinner mats will vary when it comes to your nicer mat. Keith’s comment above has heat press settings that can get you started!
Hello, can any of your products be used on household rubber cleaning gloves? Thank you, Kelly B
Hi Kelly! It’s possible that EasyPSV® will stick to rubber gloves, but HTV would not be recommended due to the heat needed for that application. I would suggest testing the vinyl on the gloves to see how well it sticks to be sure.
Hello! Also wondering about the swim caps. Isn’t there a marine grade vinyl that might work? Any updates on whether HTV stretch would work?
Hi, can you use EasyWeed on faux suede boots ? If so, which do you recommend
Hello Claudia! EasyWeed™ can be applied to faux suede at a low temperature. Start at 265°F and work your way up until it sticks. We always recommend to test apply the HTV on an inconspicuous area first just to be sure!
Hi what about HTV on silicon apple watchs or engraving tips, i only have a circuit want to know how i can expand my business please help thank you!!
Hi Izzy! HTV will not stick to silicone. You may be able to use EasyPSV® Permanent though. Unfortunately, I can’t offer any insight on engraving as we don’t offer any related products for that process.
I have a quick question. Do you think HTV would be okay on an arm sling? I’m just scared I would burn the actual sling in the press.
Meagan, most slings are made of a cotton blend and will be fine to heat press with the usual settings. If yours has spandex I’d recommend using EasyWeed™ Stretch HTV.
Just a quick question can someone tell me if it is possible to heat press HTV onto a vinyl record? I would imagine it would have to be a very low heat vinyl transfer material if one exists.
Hi David! A vinyl record could melt or warp from high heat. If you have a record you’re willing to risk parting with and want to try it, check out my 5 Tips for Applying on Heat Sensitive Items. However, sign vinyl will most likely give you best results.
Hello! I want to add “wifey” to the back of a faux suede jacket? I see your comments about easyweed.. would it work for me as well?
Hi Chelsea, you’re correct, Easyweed can be applied to faux suede. If you only have 1 jacket, heat apply a small piece of HTV to an inconspicuous area to find the best pressing temperature. Start at 265°F and work your way up until it sticks. For more info on heat applying materials that might be heat sensitive check out these 5 tips.
I only see 50 items HTV can be used on. Where are the other 50?
Sharon, the 2nd part was a few days after the 1st part. Here is the link
https://www.siserna.com/100-items-decorate-heat-transfer-vinyl/
I have a client that wants a decal for her leather tire cover. Can I use htv and my heat press?
Hi Leslie, while it has been done, leather is a heat sensitive material, so it would be best follow my 5 Tips and Tricks for heat applying heat sensitive materials. Additionally, you’ll want to cut the carrier closely to reduce the possibility of an impression mark. Tacking the HTV, peeling the carrier, and then finishing the press with a heat transfer cover sheet will also reduce a mark. However, please be aware that Siser HTV is not intended for long periods of outdoor exposure, so the weather will affect the HTV over time.
I have a bag for nursing school that I need to personalize with a monogram to distinguish it from the other 60 bags that look just like it. It says it’s polyester but I’m not sure if it’s coated or uncoated. It it’s coated what heat press vinyl would I use? It it’s uncoated? Thanks!
Hi Grace, to determine if your bag is coated, drip some water on the bag. If the water stays beaded, the material is coated and will need to be treated with methylene chloride for the HTV to adhere. You can still use any Siser heat transfer vinyl with the recommended application settings. If the inside of the bag appears to be vinyl or water proof you may want to press with a heat transfer cover sheet on the inside as well as lower the temp to about 280°F and press for 20-25 seconds.
What temperature and time would you suggest using for an umbrella?
Hi Sally! The standard time and temperature, 305°F for 10-15 seconds, for EasyWeed can be used to decorate umbrellas. An important thing to note is if the material has any nylon in it, you’ll need to use EasyWeed Extra. Also, the material most likely has a waterproof coating. You can test for it, by sprinkling water on the material. If it stays beaded, their is waterproofing present that will need to be removed. Apply an HTV remover like methylene chloride only on the application area to prep the surface for heat application.
What is the best material to use on a UV/Solar umbr!lla? Thank you?
Hi Janet, you can try applying EasyWeed™ to the solar umbrella. However, since HTV is not made for all weather use it will fade quickly in direct sunlight and may have adhesion issues from the outdoor elements.
I used the Siser EW HTV today for the first time, and applied an intricate design to a Yeti Rambler stainless steel bottle. The application was smooth, very easy to weed. Temperature was 280*F for 5 seconds to remove transfer film, and an additional 8 seconds for proper adherence with medium pressure in the press. The pattern transferred cleanly with no distortion, peeling or shrinking. I have been working with HTV for some time and decided to give Siser a shot, and am very happy with the results.
I am trying to make gloves for the football game tomorrow night and I had bought these nylon/polyester/spandex gloves from Wal-mart. I have heat press vinyl but when I put it on the gloves the vinyl came off a little. Any suggestions?
Hi Stephanie, for any nylon blend, EasyWeed™ Extra must be used. The adhesive on regular EasyWeed™ is not formulated for nylon and will peel off. You can try pressing the HTV again, but if it’s anything other than EasyWeed Extra it will eventually peel off again.
Can HTV be put on Winter Jackets? Are there any materials that it won’t work on?
Hi Gail, yes, but check the tag since the fabric can determine the application instructions. If the material may be heat sensitive you’ll want to check out these tips. The only material HTV actively rejects is silicone, however we do not recommend it for hard goods in general. Adhesive sign vinyl is best for those sort of projects.
Can you heat press glitter iron on vinyl onto an acrylic baseball cap?
Hi Robyn! Glitter HTV can be applied to acrylic, however you may want to follow my tips for applying HTV on heat sensitive fabrics if you’re worried the acrylic may discolor or melt.
A friend asked me to apply vinyl logo to her daughter’s Jeep Wheel Cover, which means it will be in weather. Will it work? Is there anything I can do to ensure it will not peel off?
Hi Leah! Yes, HTV can be applied to a wheel cover. However you may want to follow the tips in this blog post to avoid a heat press mark. The longevity of the HTV will depend on the adverse effects of the climate and weather which unfortunately can not be prevented.
I am thinking about doing towels for a cycling event coming up.. I was hoping to do the cooling towels? Can I do this?? and what type of HTV should I use???
Hi Ashley! It’s likely HTV will work fine on the towels, but you’ll want to test press a small piece just to be sure. Check the tag for the fabric content and if it contains any nylon you’ll need to use EasyWeed® Extra.
I am thinking about using HTV on round circle acrylic pieces for key chains. Is that at all possible?
Hi Jane! Yes, HTV can be applied to acrylic. Check out this blog post for more details.
I bought some HTV stretch vinyl to put initials on socks. Do thicker fonts hold up better with constant washering and drying or does it not matter. Any tips and advice would be appreciated. Thanks
Hi Carolyn! Thicker fonts have a larger adhesive area on the back to grip the fabric as opposed to thin fonts that have less surface area. Washing and drying should not effect the fonts differently. For socks though, a thicker font will offer the best adhesive grip. When working with socks that stretch, and especially those with ribbing, there are areas of fabric that the adhesive can not reach. So you may want to stretch the sock slightly with a piece of cardboard during heat application to get adhesive in all those little valleys that are not present when the socks aren’t stretched.
what kind of siser htv can be used on swimsuits?
Hi Emme! EasyWeed® Stretch will be your best option. Although, frequent exposure to chlorine will shorten the durability and cause the material to become brittle over time.
Has anyone applied any type of vinyl to silicone collapsible wine glasses? If so, any success?
Hi Stacey! Silicone is unfortunately a material that vinyl (heat transfer and pressure sensitive) will not adhere to. Silicone can still be decorated with screen printing methods however.
Question reg silicone. A very thin mat made of silicone will not adhere the htv?
Hi! Silicone is a tricky material to decorate with vinyl and is not recommended. You may be able to decorate it using screen printing though.
How do you suggest to apply HTV to a Neoprene Wetsuit? Home iron or lower temp on heatpress.
Hi Amanda! A heat press will give you the best results since the temperature and pressure can be adjusted accurately. Also, you’ll likely need to remove the waterproof coating on the area you want to decorate. A small amount of HTV remover, like methylene chloride, will remove the coating allowing the HTV to stick.
We’re you successful with your wetsuit application? Did you use a heat Press? I want to try this but don’t have a press.
Can I use easy weed heat press on a pleather purse
Hi Carla! Yes, EasyWeed™ heat transfer vinyl can be heat pressed on pleather and faux leather. Check out this blog for applying on faux leather. This post may also be helpful to you as well.
Im not sure is this has been asked but have you used HTV on a skateboard helmet? Its actually for roller derby but are usually the same helmet. If so, what kind and heat settings?
Hey Motley… IF you were to use HTV on a helmet, you might run the risk of melting the helmet in your heat press or with an iron. Siser now has EasyPSV which is a pressure sensitive decal material that is perfect for helmets. All you do is cut, weed, mask and apply. Here’s a link to the EasyPSV on our site. https://www.siserna.com/easypsv. If you want a matte type of finish, you could use the removable and permanent for a more shiny look. Hope this helps!
Hi,
Can I use htv on a metal cell phone case cover (that typically is sublimated)? And if so can you recommend the settings?
Thank you!
Hi Kerri! We’ve had mixed results applying HTV on metal, and therefore can not recommend standard application settings. You may want to try out the application method for heat sensitive materials, and slowly increase the temperature if the HTV isn’t sticking. However, you could always use EasyPSV™ Permanent to decorate your metal phone case. Since EasyPSV is an adhesive vinyl, you won’t need to mess with heat settings. More information on EasyPSV can be found in this blog post.
Did anyone actually try putting vinyl on a swim cap? If so, what type and what type and what were the results, please?
A customer wans me to put her logo on her spare tire cover. Its PVC leather, can I use easyweed on this?
Hi Robin! Yes, you can use EasyWeed® on PVC leather. Please note though that depending on the climate and exposure to weather, the heat transfer vinyl may show signs of wear sooner than usual.
What temp do you set for a denim jacket? Applying Siser HTV.
Hi Dianna! Denim is actually a cotton material, so you’ll be fine to use the standard time and temperature for whichever HTV you choose. The recommended application Time, Temperature and Pressure, for all Siser heat transfer vinyl can be found on the product pages of our website under “Application Instructions” or in the Siser App.
Can I use htv on a dry erase board
Hi Jessica! I’d suggest using EasyPSV® on a dry erase board instead of Heat Transfer Vinyl.
Can EasyWeed go on non plastic car mats?
Hi Eduardo! Due to all the various types of floor mats, it’s hard to say “yes” for sure. Many floor mats can be heat applied, but you will have to test yours to see how it fairs. I’d suggest using EasyWeed and test pressing for the standard amount of time, temp, and pressure.
Just wondering what vinyl you would use for resistance bands?
Hi Ruth! Resistance bands are made out of rubber latex which is not conducive to heat application or adhesive vinyl. I would recommend looking into screen printing as a decorating solution.
Can heat transfer vinyl be applied to a motorcycle helmet using a heat gun?
Hi David! I’d recommend decorating a motorcycle helmet with EasyPSV™ Permanent instead of HTV. EasyPSV™ Permanent is designed for decorating hard surfaces (like helmets) and can withstand the UV and weather exposure unlike HTV.
Can I put it on a silicone sleeve? I bought adorable glass bottles with silicone sleeves and wanted to personalize them!
Alisha, unfortunately heat transfer vinyl will not stick to silicone. I’d suggest looking into screen printing if you want to decorate silicone.
Hi there.. can you tell me if htv can be applied to genuine suede or will it damage it ??
Hi Mandy! Generally, suede can be heat applied with a lower temperature and longer pressing time. I’d recommend starting at 265°F and work your way up until the HTV sticks. If you have an extra to spare, we always recommend to test apply the HTV on an inconspicuous area first just to be sure!
Hello!
I bought some silicone wine glasses that I wanted to put vinyl on. The adhesive vinyl won’t stick to it and I tried the heat press for the iron on type but it didn’t really work. I may have had it on the wrong temperature. Is there any way I can get it to stick!?
Thanks!!
Hi Morgan! Unfortunately, silicone is a tricky surface to decorate with vinyl. HTV and EasyPSV® will not have the typical durability even if you can get it to stick. I’d recommend looking into screen printing solutions to decorate silicone.
I have ordered the new EasySubli HTV. Will that vinyl adhere to the same items as Easyweed? Will hard items need to be sublimation blanks?
Hi Paige! EasySubli™ HTV will apply to most fabrics that EasyWeed® can be applied to. Cotton, Polyester, and blends are all options! Hard goods will need to be sublimation blanks when using Siser® EasySubli™ Inks by Sawgrass without EasySubli™ HTV.
Hi, Can heat transfer be used on cooling towels?
Hi Megan! I would suggest checking the towel’s tag for any indication that it could be heat sensitive. Things like “Do Not Iron” and “Cool Iron Only” often mean the fabric will scorch from high heat. The lower heat application method could be used (270-280°F for 15-20 seconds) to work around the sensitivity. However, I would still suggest test pressing a small area to see how it reacts to the heat and try applying a small piece of HTV. If the HTV won’t stick, the towel may have some type of coating that’s preventing the adhesive from bonding. In this case, I would suggest using EasyWeed® Extra which has a stronger adhesive for coated fabrics and nylon.
Hi,
Just want to know if I can use easy weed htv on poly600 material and if so what heat setting. I am using them on fanny packs
Hi Renee! Yes, you can decorate Poly 600D fanny packs with Siser HTV. I’d suggest using the low application method (270-280°F for 15-20 seconds) just in case the fabric is heat sensitive and a heat transfer pillow to achieve even pressure.
can I use easy weed htv on poly600d material. if so what heat setting?
I would like to know what the finished product feels like after it is applied. Is the texture like a rubber or plastic feel, or does it blend in well with the fabric? I do not want it to feel like a sticker on the finished product. Thank You.
Hi Bill! Depending on the type of Siser® HTV used, there can be different textures. For example, StripFlock® Pro is fuzzy while Glitter is more gritty and Brick® 600 has a silicone feel to it. All HTV sits on top of the fabric and will never truly “blend.” However our thinnest product, EasyWeed® Stretch, is the most lightweight and softer than standard EasyWeed® so I would recommend using Stretch for the feel you’re looking.
I have a customer who wants there name added to the back of a wet suit. Can this be done? If so what temp and how long?
Hi Pamela! Wet suit material can be unpredictable. I’d suggest using the lower temperature application method (270-280°F for 15-20 seconds) for heat sensitive fabrics and testing EasyWeed® Stretch (for best stretch and rebound) and EasyWeed® Extra (likely to adhere the strongest and longest, but no as stretchy) on an inconspicuous area first, before attempting the full name.
Hi! Looking to put a logo on a Yoga Mat….what material would you recommend?
Hi Deb! The pressure needed to apply HTV will likely permanently smush the yoga mat material, so EasyPSV® would be the way to go. Silhouette School offers some good tips for best application here: https://www.silhouetteschoolblog.com/2017/09/how-to-put-vinyl-on-yoga-mat.html
Can u add htv to a silicone phone case?
Hi Charlotte! Silicone is a tricky surface to decorate as it resists HTV and EasyPSV®. My best suggestion would be to look into a screen printing or laser engraving process.
Can I use HTV on a hard side Switch case?
Hi Julie! You can use any type of EasyPSV® on a hard sided switch case, but I would not recommend using HTV since HTV is applied with heat which would damage the case.
Can I use HTV on vinyl fabric?
Hi LeAnn! Yes, you can use Siser® heat transfer vinyl on vinyl fabric, but I’d recommend using the lower temp application method of 270-280°F for 15-20 seconds.
Could I customize a volleyball using some form of vinyl?
Hi Emma! Yes, you could apply Siser HTV to a volleyball in a similar fashion as you would a basketball. Check out this video from authorized distributor TRW for more information on the process.
I’m trying to make my own dress for a school dance coming up and i want to iron on stars. any tips? It’s a floor length dress and long sleeves with a v neckline.
Hi Emma, that sounds like it will be beautiful! I’m not sure exactly what kind of fabric you’re working with, but this blog post on decorating satin/silk has tips that will work for most dress fabrics.