Looking for a stylish and personalized makeup bag to hold all of your cosmetics? Why not try using a Cricut machine and heat transfer vinyl (HTV) to create a unique pastel floral design? In this blog post, we'll guide you through the steps of creating a custom makeup bag using a floral design and HTV.

CraftStash Shopping List!

- Cricut machine

- Pastel Mint Heat transfer vinyl (HTV)

- Pastel pink heat transfer vinyl (HTV)

- Weeding tool

- Easy Press Mini

- Blank makeup bag

- Floral SVGs

Step 1: Creating the Floral Design

The first step is to create the floral design in the Cricut Design Space. Download the floral SVGs from CraftStash. Once you have your design ready, upload it to Cricut Design Space and adjust the size to fit your makeup bag.

Step 2: Cutting the HTV

Load the 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. You will need to cut out the design in both pink and mint.

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 designs on the backing sheet. Next, use the weeding tool to remove any small pieces or details in the design. Then cut around each flower to separate them into individual pieces.

Step 4: Applying the HTV to the Makeup Bag

Next, preheat the make-up bag for a few seconds to remove any wrinkles or moisture. Once the bag is heated, position the first few HTV designs onto the bag, and press each flower individually.

Step 5: Applying Heat and Pressure

Using an iron or heat press, apply heat and pressure to the designs. Follow the instructions for the HTV to determine the temperature and time needed for the application. For the HTV we used, a temperature of around 165°C and a pressing time of around 30 seconds should work. Use medium to high pressure to ensure the designs adhere properly.

Step 6: Removing the Backing Sheet

After applying heat and pressure, it's time to remove the backing sheets carefully. Start at one corner and slowly peel away the backing sheet at a 45-degree angle. Once you have removed the backing sheet of the first pieces you can continue with the next layer of flowers, making sure to remove the backing sheet before pressing the layer.

Step 7: Enjoy Your New Floral Makeup Bag!

And there you have it - a beautiful and personalised makeup bag using HTV and a Cricut machine. Your bag will be the envy of all your friends, and you'll love using it to store all your favourite makeup products. With a little creativity and patience, you can make personalised accessories for yourself or as gifts for your loved ones.