Looking to add a bit of sparkle and personality to your cap collection? Why not create your own butterfly design using purple holographic heat transfer vinyl (HTV) and a Cricut machine? In this blog post, we'll guide you through the steps of creating a unique and stunning cap with a butterfly design.

Materials Needed:

Cricut Machine or any Digital Cutting Machine

Purple holographic heat transfer vinyl

Weeding tool

Cricut Hat Press

Heat resistant tape

Blank cap

SVG suitable for a cap

How to Make a Custom Cap or Hat with Cricut

Follow these simple steps to make your own custom cap. At CraftStash we have loads of great SVG's to choose from - browse our full collection of SVG's to find the perfect one for you! Once you've chosen your SVG, it's time to get crafting with your Cricut Machine!

Step 1: Creating the Butterfly Design

The first step is to create the butterfly design in the Cricut Design Space.  You can find this butterfly design on Craft Stash. Once you have your design ready, upload it to the Cricut Design Space and adjust the size to fit your cap.

Step 2: Cutting the HTV

Load the purple holographic HTV onto the cutting mat and load it into the Cricut machine. Make sure the HTV is placed on the mat with the shiny side facing down. Follow the instructions on the machine to cut the design.

Step 3: Weeding the HTV

After cutting the HTV, it's time to weed out the excess material using a weeding tool. Start by removing the large pieces of HTV, leaving only the design on the backing sheet. Next, use the weeding tool to remove any small pieces or details in the design.

Step 4: Applying the HTV to the Cap

Put the Hat stay into the cap, then position the HTV design onto the cap, making sure it's centred and straight. Use heat resistant tape to tape the design down.

Step 5: Applying Heat and Pressure

Using your hat press to apply heat and pressure to the design. Follow the instructions for the HTV to determine the temperature and time needed for application. For the purple holographic HTV, a temperature of around 16’C and a pressing time of around 30 seconds should work. Use a medium to high pressure to ensure the design adheres properly, keeping the press moving at all times.

Step 6: Removing the Backing Sheet

After applying heat and pressure, wait for the cap to cool then it's time to remove the backing sheet carefully. 

Step 7: Enjoy Your New Butterfly Cap!

And there you have it - a beautiful and unique butterfly cap using purple holographic HTV and a Cricut machine. With a little creativity and patience, you can make personalized caps for yourself or as gifts for your loved ones. Happy crafting!