SCraps Challenge: Production

Sign in to the Class Account

1. Open the Cricut app, if it is not already open

2. If not signed in yet, click "Sign In" and input:

   • Username: ehodges@bethelsd.org

   • Password: GraphicDesign$$

3. Click "SIGN IN >"

Mirror All Layers

1. Select "On Mat" 

2. Click "Confirm"

3. In each layer, toggle "Mirror"

4. It should show green on each layer.

5. Click "Continue"

Weed Design

Once you get your vinyl layers cut, it is time to weed out the extra vinyl:

1. Each vinyl piece is made up of 2 layers: a clear plastic backing and the actual vinyl.

2. Bend a corner of the vinyl or use a weeding tool to start separating the two layers. 

3. Slowly peel off the extra vinyl (not a part of your design) 

   • Your design should stay attached to the clear plastic.

4. For pieces that are in the middle of your design, you will need to use a weeding tool to peel them off.

5. Repeat for each layer/color of vinyl

Heat Press Your Design

Set Up the Heat Press

1. Plug in the heat press.

2. Click the on button

3. Set the temperature according to the settings you found above. Click the plus and minus buttons to set.

4. Set the time by clicking the timer button and adjust the value with the plus and minus buttons.

5. Wait until the light turns green.

Heat Press Each Layer

1. Start by pre-heating the material.

2. Start by putting your bottom vinyl layer on the product, sticky side down. 

3. Place the product with the first layer on the heat pad.

4. Place the parchment paper on top.

5. Press the heat press on top and press the green button.

6. Once the timer is done, remove the heat press.

7. You can use the ruler with the cork backing to press the design onto the product more

8. Wait for the clear plastic on the design to cool a little, then slowly peel it off so only the design remains.

9. Repeat for each layer.