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Time Required :
About 30 minutes
Beginner
Beginner
You're new to the skills necessary to complete this project, or maybe you've tried them just once or twice before.

colour change snowflake tote

How cool is this puff heat transfer vinyl (HTV)? It changes from white to blue when exposed to UV light! Make this cute snowflake tote to take Christmas shopping or to load up gifts when going to a Christmas party and watch the snowflakes change when exposed to the sunlight!

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Print Project

Step 1

First, click here for the design in Cricut® Design Space™.

Step 2

Size the design as you would like it to appear on your tote.
TIP: Hide (or delete) the translated version you do not need.

Step 3

Click ‘Make It’ in the upper right corner of your screen.

Step 4

In your preview screen, check ‘Mirror’ in the left panel for each mat, to reverse your image.

Step 5

Click ‘Continue’ in the bottom right corner of your screen and choose the material for your first layer.
TIP: When working with multiple iron-on layers or materials, be sure to pay close attention to the left panel on your preview screen to know which layer is cutting, so you know which material to attach to the mat and load into your machine. Be sure to change the material if using more than one type (matte, glitter, foil, etc.).

Step 6

Place the iron-on material, shiny-side down, onto your cutting mat. Load the mat into your Cricut® machine, then press the blinking Cricut® icon to start cutting; then once done, upload your mat and carefully remove material from your mat.

Step 7

Repeat Step 6 for each mat layer.

Step 8

Now, use scissors to cut your design from the iron-on material rolls. Next, use your weeder tool to remove all the excess material around and inside your design. You’ll be left with just the reversed design on the clear plastic carrier sheets, which are slightly sticky.

Step 9

Preheat your EasyPress™ to the appropriate temperature for your material and, if needed, adjust the timer.
TIP: See the Quick Reference Guide, included with your EasyPress™, for temperature and times or click here for an interactive guide. You can also use an iron to press your material. Just follow the instructions included in the iron-on material packaging.

Step 10

Place your tote on top of your EasyPress™ mat and then preheat the fabric for 5 seconds.

Step 11

Place the carrier sheet with your design, so it’s sticky-side down, onto your tote. You should be able to see the layer through the carrier sheet, just as it will appear once ironed.

Step 12

Place your EasyPress™ on top of the design, apply the appropriate pressure for your material and press the time button. Once it beeps, flip over your tote and press for another 15 seconds. If your material is the warm peel type, you may go ahead and peel off the carrier sheet. If your material is a cool peel type, let it cool completely before removing the carrier sheet.

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Supplies
Materials
Materials
 
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    You’ll Need: 1

    Cotton Tote Bag by Make Market®

    Item # 10651838 
    Save 40% off One Regular Price Item with code 7242440- Exclusions apply See Details See Details
    Limit one coupon per product. Limit one coupon of each type per day. Limited to stock on hand. Void where prohibited. Valid only in Canada. EXCLUSIONS: Everyday Value program, clearance; buy & get items; custom framing; beverages & candy; books & magazines; classes; gift cards; craft technology machines; Cricut, Silhouette; Elf On The Shelf Storybook Sets; Lemax. Exclusions subject to change. See Team Member for details.
    $2.99
    • Color: White
    • Size: 13.5" x 13.5" x 3.5"
    • Color: White
    • Size: 13.5" x 13.5" x 3.5"
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    • Color: White
    • Size: 13.5" x 13.5" x 3.5"
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    +More Options
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    You’ll Need: 1

    Matte Heat Transfer Vinyl by Make Market®

    Item # 10718173 
    $13.99
    $17.99
    • Color: Pumpkin Orange
    • Size: 12" x 24"
    • Color: Pumpkin Orange
    • Size: 12" x 24"
    +More Colors
    • Color: Pumpkin Orange
    • Size: 12" x 24"
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    You’ll Need: 1

    Matte Heat Transfer Vinyl by Make Market®

    Item # 10718467 
    Pricing and Availability May Vary In Stores
    $13.99
    $17.99
    • Color: Emerald Green
    • Size: 12" x 24"
    • Color: Emerald Green
    • Size: 12" x 24"
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    • Color: Emerald Green
    • Size: 12" x 24"
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    You’ll Need: 1

    Matte Heat Transfer Vinyl by Make Market®

    Item # 10718471 
    $13.99
    $17.99
    • Color: Black
    • Size: 12" x 24"
    • Color: Black
    • Size: 12" x 24"
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    • Color: Black
    • Size: 12" x 24"
    +More Colors
    +More Options
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    You’ll Need: 1

    Matte Heat Transfer Vinyl by Make Market®

    Item # 10718478 
    $13.99
    $17.99
    • Color: Cherry Red
    • Size: 12" x 24"
    • Color: Cherry Red
    • Size: 12" x 24"
    +More Colors
    • Color: Cherry Red
    • Size: 12" x 24"
    +More Colors
    +More Options
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    You’ll Need: 1

    UV Colour Change Puff Heat Transfer Vinyl by Make Market®

    Item # 10730573 
    $13.99
    $20.99
    • Color: White to Blue
    • Size: 12" x 24"
    • Color: White to Blue
    • Size: 12" x 24"
    +More Colors
    • Color: White to Blue
    • Size: 12" x 24"
    +More Colors
    +More Options
 
Tools
Tools
 
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    You’ll Need: 1

    Loops & Threads™ Straight Scissors

    Item # 10454201 
    Save 40% off One Regular Price Item with code 7242440- Exclusions apply See Details See Details
    Limit one coupon per product. Limit one coupon of each type per day. Limited to stock on hand. Void where prohibited. Valid only in Canada. EXCLUSIONS: Everyday Value program, clearance; buy & get items; custom framing; beverages & candy; books & magazines; classes; gift cards; craft technology machines; Cricut, Silhouette; Elf On The Shelf Storybook Sets; Lemax. Exclusions subject to change. See Team Member for details.
    $9.99
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    You’ll Need: 1

    Cricut® Weeder Tool

    Item # 10471374 
    $12.99
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    You’ll Need: 1

    Cricut® EasyPress Mat™

    Item # 10535476 
    $34.99
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    You’ll Need: 1

    Cricut Explore® 3 - Smart Cutting Machine with Easy Printables™ Sensor

    Item # 10669043 
    $399.99
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    You’ll Need: 1

    Cricut EasyPress® 3, 9" x 9"

    Item # 10695625 
    $219.99
 
You’ll Also Need
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Instructions
Step 1

First, click here for the design in Cricut® Design Space™.

Step 2

Size the design as you would like it to appear on your tote.
TIP: Hide (or delete) the translated version you do not need.

Step 3

Click ‘Make It’ in the upper right corner of your screen.

Step 4

In your preview screen, check ‘Mirror’ in the left panel for each mat, to reverse your image.

Step 5

Click ‘Continue’ in the bottom right corner of your screen and choose the material for your first layer.
TIP: When working with multiple iron-on layers or materials, be sure to pay close attention to the left panel on your preview screen to know which layer is cutting, so you know which material to attach to the mat and load into your machine. Be sure to change the material if using more than one type (matte, glitter, foil, etc.).

Step 6

Place the iron-on material, shiny-side down, onto your cutting mat. Load the mat into your Cricut® machine, then press the blinking Cricut® icon to start cutting; then once done, upload your mat and carefully remove material from your mat.

Step 7

Repeat Step 6 for each mat layer.

Step 8

Now, use scissors to cut your design from the iron-on material rolls. Next, use your weeder tool to remove all the excess material around and inside your design. You’ll be left with just the reversed design on the clear plastic carrier sheets, which are slightly sticky.

Step 9

Preheat your EasyPress™ to the appropriate temperature for your material and, if needed, adjust the timer.
TIP: See the Quick Reference Guide, included with your EasyPress™, for temperature and times or click here for an interactive guide. You can also use an iron to press your material. Just follow the instructions included in the iron-on material packaging.

Step 10

Place your tote on top of your EasyPress™ mat and then preheat the fabric for 5 seconds.

Step 11

Place the carrier sheet with your design, so it’s sticky-side down, onto your tote. You should be able to see the layer through the carrier sheet, just as it will appear once ironed.

Step 12

Place your EasyPress™ on top of the design, apply the appropriate pressure for your material and press the time button. Once it beeps, flip over your tote and press for another 15 seconds. If your material is the warm peel type, you may go ahead and peel off the carrier sheet. If your material is a cool peel type, let it cool completely before removing the carrier sheet.

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