Valentine’s Day is nearly here. Do you celebrate? We do in the way that I get spoiled with chocolate and flowers and gifts. 🙂
My sweetheart daughter wants a Valentine’s Day t-shirt, something cute to wear this week. But, I’m still in my pajamas and not motivated to run out and buy something. So, I take an hour of my time today and using my Silhouette machine and white heat transfer paper, I cut out a white doily design and whip up a cute Valentine t-shirt using an old red long sleeved tee. (My daughter ran out the door for an Ichiban Valentine dinner date with her boyfriend, so I’m modeling her t-shirt today.) This is the first time I’ve used it and I’m pleasantly surprised that it was so easy!
What is a Silhouette?
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The Silhouette SD is an electronic cutting tool that connects to your computer allowing you to cut fonts and images in cardstock, vinyl, heat transfer material, etc.
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I downloaded a design from the Silhouette online store. My daughter wanted a doily and this heart doily was perfect.
Click the “send to Silhouette” button on the left upper hand side.
Amazing – it cuts out the intricate design!
Change the settings according to the instructions on the heat transfer box.
Install the blue cutting tip.
Feed the heat transfer paper (shiny side down) using the “enter” button.
Click “cut page”.
Now peel off the negative space (in my case it’s white rubbery paper) from around the design, from off of the clear vinyl.The design will still be on the clear vinyl. Some of the hearts came completely out (white transfer + clear vinyl but this didn’t affect the finished project).
Place the design sticky side down onto the t-shirt in desired position.
Heat iron to cotton setting. Cover vinyl transfer with a cloth – I used a pillow case. Apply pressure all over, recommended 45-60 seconds covering the entire transfer.
Peel off the clear vinyl. If the transfer comes with it, put vinyl back in place and iron again.
Peel off the entire clear vinyl. All done!
Super quick and easy, so cute!
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The Silhouette can be used to create scrapbooks, cards, home decor, custom apparel, school projects, glass etched projects, stencils, etc.
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If you have a DIY Valentine project – feel free to share it at the DIY Valentine linky party or visit the DIY Valentine party for some last minute creative ideas.
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I received my machines from SilhouetteAmerica in exchange for reviews, to share tutorials and participate in future giveaways. YEP – giveaway! Coming soon! 🙂
I have Silhouette machine envy. Love the heart doily! The shirt looks so cute! Thanks for sharing and for hosting this link up party.
The shirt is just adorable! Thanks for hosting!
This is so cute. I love it.
Your little girl is one lucky girl with that pretty heart shirt…looks great! Thanks so much for hosting this DIY party.
Blessings,
Linda
Hi Roeshel! What a cute shirt! Love it! My post came up twice…sorry! Mr. Linky was acting a little strangefor me! Happy week!…hugs…Debbie
That is an amazing design…and so cute on the red Tshirt. Love it- Diana
Such a cute shirt!!! I have Silhouette envy – can't wait to have my own! Thanks for hosting the party.
Lucky you, getting such a great review product!! And a Happy Valentine's Day!
Thanks so much for hosting.
Sarahx
Hi – I just posted #126 a dress up center I made out of an old armoire my kids used. Thanks for hosting, I know there is a cost now – I really love and appreciate the parties!
That is so sweet, I love the design! Thank you for you sweet comments today, it is so nice to meet you too Roeshel! Your blog is so fun an so full of inspiration! You DIY gals are so talented! 🙂
Happy Valentines Day!!
What a darling shirt Roeshel! Thanks so much for hosting this great party and I am so excited to actually have something to link up this week! (#169) 🙂
Vanessa
Hello, I just stumbled upon your blog and ADORE it. Anyways, I have a silhouette that I recently got and haven't tried the fabric heat transfer yet. I am wondering what it feels like after being washed. Is it really plasticky, does it crack when pulled apart? I really want to put some of my own designs on shirts or sweatshirts but I'm hesitant.
Thank you for this great tutorial!
Hi Kaitlin – That was the first time I've used the heat transfer and it hasn't been washed yet. It feels more 'rubbery' than plastic-y. Here are some tips I found at the Silhouette America website:
Be sure to PREWASH
YOUR FABRICS.
For longer lasting results,
wash and dry clothes inside
out.
Use extreme caution when
operating a hot iron. Keep out
of reach of children.
NOTE: Silhouette heat
transfer material will not
adhere to nylon
You have some great projects going on around here. Thanks for hosting your party. I love your office closet, I have a small one too.