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July 17, 2019 by: Melanie

Farmer’s Market Tote and Coordinating Coasters with Cricut Infusible Ink

This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Cricut. The opinions and text are all mine.

The NEW Cricut Infusible Ink is a fantastic way to be able to personalize items with long-lasting results. This post is sponsored by Cricut. This post contains affiliate links which, when purchased through, add no cost to the consumer but provide a small commission to this site to help continue to bring informative Cricut tutorials. 

 

The craft world is still reeling from the release of Cricut Infusible Ink. For me, Cricut Infusible Ink is a big deal. I make items weekly for personal use or to gift to a close friend or family member, but I don’t often gift beyond that close circle. Iron-on vinyl and regular vinyl are popular crafting materials (and will continue to be), but their main drawback is that they both rely on an adhesive to attach the vinyl to the item. Cricut Infusible Ink addresses this problem with a brand, spanking new crafting medium that allows the design to actually be infused into the blank, creating a surface that can be washed. Infusible Ink is peel proof and crack proof, leaving a finished personalized project with professional results.

For my wonderful friends on YouTube and Facebook, you received a sneak peek at the awesome box of Cricut Infusible Ink goodies that I’ve been able to experiment with over the past few weeks. This cute Farmer’s Market Tote and Coordinating Coasters are my first two projects, and I’m super excited with the results! Both of these items would make cute gifts, but I can especially see the coasters as a wonderful housewarming gift or hostess gift during the holidays. I feel like these two pair well together. I always come home from the farmer’s market with both veggies and flowers!

Farmer's Market Tote and Coordinating Coasters with Cricut Infusible Ink

The tote and the coasters are easy to make. However, the creation process for Cricut Infusible Ink projects is extremely different than that of iron-on vinyl. There are specific steps that must be followed in order to achieve maximum results and to protect the blanks and Cricut EasyPress. Don’t be overwhelmed, though! Go step by step and you’ll be a pro in no time!

Cricut Infusible Ink is usable with a Cricut Maker machine or any machine in the Cricut Explore Series. Cricut Infusible Ink is awesome because it works directly with other items in the Cricut family that you may already own, such as the Cricut EasyPress 2 and the Cricut EasyPress Mats.

Coasters with Cricut Infusible Ink AD

Coasters with Cricut Infusible Ink AD

Coasters with Cricut Infusible Ink

  • Cricut machine with Fine Point Blade– The Cricut Maker or a Cricut Explore series machine will work with the Cricut Infusible Ink. I’m using a Cricut Maker. While I have both both the Cricut Explore Air 2 and the Cricut Maker, the Cricut Maker is my preferred machine due to its capability to help me finish a large variety of projects.
  • StandardGrip Cutting Mat
  • Cricut EasyPress Mat
  • Cricut EasyPress 2
  • Cricut Round Ceramic Coaster Blanks
  • Cricut Infusible Ink Transfer Sheets
  • Cricut 12″ by 12″ cardstock, white
  • Butcher Paper – This comes in the Cricut Infusible Ink Transfer Sheet package.
  • Lint free cloth
  • Scissors

Using the Cricut Knife Blade with the Cricut Maker AD

Coasters with Cricut Infusible Ink AD

Begin by logging into and opening Cricut Design Space. Design your project, or use my Floral Coaster Design HERE. My Floral Coaster Design is already pre-sized to fit the Cricut Ceramic Coaster Blank perfectly.

Place your choice of Cricut Infusible Ink Transfer Sheet on the StandardGrip Cutting Mat with the liner side down.

Send the design to the Cricut machine. Be sure to set the design to MIRROR image.

Set the material to Infusible Ink Transfer Sheet. For any Cricut Explore series machines, set the dial to “Custom” first.

Load the mat into the machine and cut the design.

Once the design has finished cutting, remove the Infusible Ink Transfer Sheet from the cutting mat.

Use scissors to cut the design out of the unused portion. Save the unused portion for another project.

Carefully weed the image so that only the desired part of the design is left on the liner. You may need tweezers or other Cricut weeding tools for small parts.

Coasters with Cricut Infusible Ink AD

Trim the liner so that it does not go past the EasyPress plate. This will be varying according to what size Cricut EasyPress that you are using.

Use a lint-free cloth to remove any dust or debris from the coaster.

Coasters with Cricut Infusible Ink AD

Cover the Cricut EasyPress mat with a piece of card stock.

Place the cut design on the coaster with the liner facing up. The cut design will be in direct contact with the coaster.

Coasters with Cricut Infusible Ink AD

Sit the coaster on top of the card stock covered mat with the design facing down (towards the card stock).

Cover the coaster and design with butcher paper.

Coasters with Cricut Infusible Ink AD

Preheat the Cricut blank with the Cricut EasyPress 2 at a setting of 400°F (195°C) for 240 seconds. If using the original Cricut EasyPress, use the interactive EasyPress heat guide to determine the settings. No extra pressure is needed. The Cricut EasyPress 2 is the ideal companion for this project. The original Cricut EasyPress does not heat as high as the Cricut EasyPress 2, therefore it needs different settings for Infusible Ink projects. The even heat plate and higher temperature (up to 400 degreess F) make it perfect for this ceramic coaster project. Consider upgrading to a Cricut EasyPress 2 if you haven’t already!

Coasters with Cricut Infusible Ink AD

When the Cricut EasyPress is completed, lift up the EasyPress without moving or sliding the stack. Allow the stack to cool completely.

Remove the butcher paper and the liner.

Coasters with Cricut Infusible Ink AD

The coasters are now ready to use!

Coasters with Cricut Infusible Ink AD

Farmer’s Market Tote with Cricut Infusible Ink

Supplies:

  • Cricut machine with Fine Point Blade – The Cricut Maker or a Cricut Explore series machine will work with the Cricut Infusible Ink. I’m using a Cricut Maker.
  • StandardGrip Cutting Mat
  • Cricut EasyPress Mat
  • Cricut EasyPress 2
  • Cricut Tote Blank
  • Cricut Infusible Ink Transfer Sheets
  • Cricut 12″ by 12″ cardstock, white
  • Butcher Paper – This comes in the Cricut Infusible Ink Transfer Sheet package
  • Lint roller
  • Scissors

 

Farmer's Market Tote and Coordinating Coasters with Cricut Infusible Ink

Begin by logging into and opening Cricut Design Space. Design your project, or use my Farmer’s Market Tote Design HERE. My Farmer’s Market Tote Design is already pre-sized to fit the Cricut Tote Blank perfectly.

Place your choice of Cricut Infusible Ink Transfer Sheet on the StandardGrip Cutting Mat with the liner side down.

Farmer's Market Tote and Coordinating Coasters with Cricut Infusible Ink

Send the design to the Cricut machine. Be sure to set the design to MIRROR image.

Set the material to Infusible Ink Transfer Sheet. For any Cricut Explore series machines, set the dial to “Custom” first.

Load the mat into the machine and cut the design.

Once the design has finished cutting, remove the Infusible Ink Transfer Sheet from the cutting mat.

Use scissors to cut the design out of the unused portion. Save the unused portion for another project.

Carefully weed the image so that only the desired part of the design is left on the liner. You may need tweezers or other Cricut weeding tools for small parts.

Farmer's Market Tote and Coordinating Coasters with Cricut Infusible Ink

Trim the liner so that it does not go past the EasyPress plate. This will be varying according to what size Cricut EasyPress that you are using.

Place the cardstock on top of the EasyPress mat. Put the combo inside the Cricut Tote Blank.

Use a lint roller to remove any fibers or small pieces of debris that may be on the tote. It is important to not skip this step. If you do not have a lint roller, a piece of fresh adhesive tape (something like the blue painter’s tape) will also work.

Farmer's Market Tote and Coordinating Coasters with Cricut Infusible Ink

Cover the blank with a piece of butcher paper. Butcher paper is included in the Cricut Infusible Ink Transfer Sheet package.

Farmer's Market Tote and Coordinating Coasters with Cricut Infusible Ink

Preheat the Cricut blank with the Cricut EasyPress 2 at a setting of 385°F (195°C) for 15 seconds. If using the original Cricut EasyPress, use the interactive EasyPress heat guide to determine the settings. Use light pressure on the EasyPress for pre-heating. 

Remove the butcher paper. Allow the tote to cool.

Place the cut design on the tote with the liner facing up. The design will be face down on the tote.

Farmer's Market Tote and Coordinating Coasters with Cricut Infusible Ink

Place butcher paper on top of the design.

Use the Cricut EasyPress 2 at a setting of 385°F (195°C) for 40 seconds. If using the original Cricut EasyPress, use the interactive EasyPress heat guide to determine the settings. Use light pressure on the EasyPress for pre-heating. Use light pressure on the EasyPress 2. Do not slide the EasyPress around on the stack. 

Farmer's Market Tote and Coordinating Coasters with Cricut Infusible Ink

When the Cricut EasyPress is completed, lift up the EasyPress without moving or sliding the stack. Allow the stack to cool completely.

Remove the butcher paper and the liner.

Head to the Farmer’s Market with your new tote!

Farmer's Market Tote and Coordinating Coasters with Cricut Infusible Ink

I’m loving the new Cricut Infusible Ink, and I’m already dreaming up my next project!

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Comments

  1. Mary K Hunnicutt says

    July 17, 2019 at 8:35 am

    This is so cool! I can’t wait to try this on t-shirts!

    • Melanie says

      July 17, 2019 at 9:19 am

      It is awesome! I like the “no peel” aspect of the Infusible Ink vs. the Iron-on.

  2. Marcie W. says

    July 17, 2019 at 10:28 am

    You are so creative! I would love to design a set of bright coasters for our patio area. How cool that the product line works on ceramic too.

  3. linda smith says

    July 17, 2019 at 12:40 pm

    This is SO clever! I love it!!

  4. Amber Myers says

    July 17, 2019 at 12:55 pm

    I love how this turned out! How cool! I do love Farmer’s Markets, so this is perfect. I need to get a Cricut!

  5. Roch says

    July 17, 2019 at 7:03 pm

    Wow! This is a good step-by-step tutorial of a personality craft project. It looks good on the coaster so you can have a unique design.

  6. Terri Steffes says

    July 17, 2019 at 7:54 pm

    I love all the fun things you can make with a cricut but I still haven’t bought one. A couple of my friends have one so I make them make my cuts for me! Ha!

  7. Jeannette says

    July 17, 2019 at 8:54 pm

    I love how much you can do with a Cricut. That bag and those coasters turned out super cute!

  8. Pam says

    July 17, 2019 at 9:12 pm

    I use coasters a lot since we have antique wooden tables. I need to try making my own with the Cricut and Cricut Easy Press 2.

  9. Chef Dennis says

    July 17, 2019 at 11:21 pm

    Wow! This is really amazing! The one who created this is genius. Can’t wait to try this one out.

  10. Jamie H says

    July 17, 2019 at 11:32 pm

    How adorable! I had an old-school Cricut, but finally got rid of it. Sometimes I wish I had kept it! Or upgraded!

  11. Ruth I. says

    July 18, 2019 at 1:05 am

    Lots of creative stuff! I love that you can do almost any decorations using the Cricut

  12. Melissa Dixon says

    July 18, 2019 at 6:46 am

    I have a Cricut machine and I never use it. I need to check out some of the stuff you do for inspiration, I love the idea of it but nothing really has come from it yet. Thanks for the inspiration.

  13. Heather says

    July 18, 2019 at 6:59 am

    What a cute farmers market bag! Love the design and colors.

  14. Rena says

    July 18, 2019 at 9:59 am

    Those are so cute! I love the Farmer’s Market bag and it’s something that I would use quite a bit.

  15. Tammy says

    July 18, 2019 at 1:24 pm

    I use a different brand of cutting machine and love to make totes. Love your stencil for Farmers Market.

  16. rika says

    July 18, 2019 at 2:51 pm

    I need a farmers market tote! Those look so colorful, just perfect for summer!

  17. Swathi says

    July 19, 2019 at 12:01 am

    These are really nice tote, I need to try it for me self, thanks for sharing this DIY. Perfect for summer.

  18. Beth says

    July 19, 2019 at 9:37 am

    Your coasters and tote bag turned out really well! I didn’t realize that Cricut had infusible ink or coasters. One of my sisters is always using her Cricut, I’ll have to ask to make me some coasters.

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