STUDIO VLOG ✸ Making our own tote bags using DTF Transfers & Trying a new Cricut Mini Press
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In todays studio vlog we try and adapat and press new tote bags buying in some DTF printing transfers. After last weeks vlog where we realised DTF printing wasn't going to work for us, we decided we still loved the quality and wanted to press them in our studio!
So after a big autumn product launch we get to work on printing and pressing all the new apparel tote bags and package them and also try out our new cricut mini press & unbox our new stationery stickers!
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As someone who works in the apparel decorating industry I highly recommend getting a semi automatic press. They’re a little pricey, but you’ll get consistent time and pressure with every press and it’s a lot less strain on your shoulders. Also: be careful with that cricut iron. Most heat transfers don’t work well with the cricut presses because of the inconsistent pressure during application. I know people who have and do make it work, but if you’re going to keep pressing large quantities using the full size press might make it a lot easier.
Oooooo thank you so so much for the recommendations this is actually a really good idea ❤❤❤ do you reccomend any in particular? Xxxx
I agree with you on the Cricuts! After using standard heat presses for years, I had no choice but to use a Cricut press when I had an operation on my hands. Wow, I really noticed the difference in quality and consistency.
@@KatnippStudios I have an auto open with pullout draw from Singnzworld for £400 it has been a great work horse for 2 years.
if you can afford it, the hotronix auto open with digital pressure is great when pressing different thickness. I make metal sheets, bags and hoodies, so I am constantly having to adjust the pressure and testing if it's correct before starting work.
I guess for doing really small labels though the mini press will work just fine
Firstly, you and Dean are looking AMAZING! It was so cute that Dean stopped and gave you a kiss, during your day at the office. Feeling healthier really makes life better. I’m so happy that you’re getting into a better sleep schedule, too.
The tote bags look gorgeous and with the print already to go on the bags, it looks so much easier and faster to do. Good move to take that step off your plate!👏🤩
Heheheh awwww thank you so so much 😭💕💕💕💕💕💕💕
Wait but I LOVE your hair 🤗and that mini iron is the cutest thing ever what the heck!!
I've been following you for years. I love how far you've come 🥰
Awww wow thank you so so much 😍😍😍😍
Catherine, you are just the coolest person! I just found your channel like 3 days ago and I’ve been binging your studio vlogs! Thank you for sharing so much of the behind the scenes of your business. Girl, you are an inspiration!!! 💖
I loved the little squeak the bags made when you pushed the air out from the packaged totes. Made me snort a laugh each time. 😁
I absolutely love that you talk to us in your videos. A lot of small businesses just upload asmr videos and it’s so nice to listen to you whilst working on my jewellery business because it feels like I’m in the office with you. 🤍
Hey! I have some tips for your plant.
1) They require a high volume of water, but at the same time you don't want to overwater. This plant thrives in a humid environment, so being indoors where it's drier, the soil is likely to lose water quicker. The soil needs to be watered any time you stick the tip of your finger inside and the soil feels dry. Don't keep it fully wet all the time or this will lead to rot. That's why the finger test is important because a dry top doesn't necessarily mean it needs water. If you start losing leaves, it's a sign that you're going too far in either direction. Not watering enough if the soil is consistently dry, or watering too much if it's consistently moist.
2) They need lots of sun! Direct sun-light for about a quarter of the day is preferred, but if you can have it setting by a window that gets good light/heat exposure from the sun for about 6-8 hours a day, that's fine too. Just don't let it get sunburned if you do the direct sunlight method.
3) I think your pot might be a smidge too small for it. :(
Ooooo thank you so much ❤ these tips are amazing I hope I can keep it alive I think I need to change the pot 😂
Agreed, the pot could probably be bigger :) it gives the roots room to grow, and the plant to grow bigger. I believe fiddle leaf plants grow quite big
As an aside, don't be too upset if it does end up giving out :') unfortunately fiddle leaf figs are known to be real divas. They don't like being moved, hate drafts, they're very sensitive to pests, etc. Shame because they're just so gorgeous 😭 I hope yours pulls through!
With the Cricut mini press, it works best if it's moving the whole time. Just slow movements, but it distributes the heat better. Stick the transfer down with tape if it's not sticky itself.
And those Amazon pads are a nightmare, it's better using a flat surface when pressing.
The Cricut Mini Press is actually AWESOME!! There should have been tips on how to use it in your box, there’s some on the site too. But, as a small business owner myself, it is such a handy little tool! We use it often & it works! 😊 Keep at it! 💕 I would suggest using the pressing mat that cricut sells, or another that you may find that’s flat-it will work SO much better on a flat surface than that bubble thing you were using. ❤️
A flat surface works best. I love it also. Works great for me as well.
Ohhhhh thank you so much ❤😊😊😊😊😊I’ll try a flat surface with it either way I’m glad to have it in the studio heheh it also looks cute heheh 😂
Have you thought about making chef aprons with your designs in front? Maybe even purchasing aprons that are made of material similar to your tote bags? I would love to have one. Practical and cheerful!
Oooi haven’t but that would actually be sooooo cute 😂❤❤❤❤
And if it comes in big enough sizes I’d totally get one to wear while painting 😅 I’m a messy painter
Oooh! Chef apron's a fantastic idea! I would absolutely buy them as gifts!
What an amazing idea! I would absolutely buy one or 9 😍
I love your tote bags, so cute!! I’m not surprised you sold out. I love watching you pack and the little squeak when you press the bags made me think of the characters inside going “Weeeee!” Lol 😆 No? Just me? I am strange hehe 😜
Heheheh 😂 omg that imagery is so cute heheheheh 😂
You look so amazing lately! I'm so glad you are getting sleep and just absolutely glowing!
Lovely pumpkin spice iced coffee stickers
I was just vibing ready to get creative watching your video for good vibes and motivation etc. Awesome bonus of the 1 month of skill share! Thanks! Ordering DTF printed was definitely the way to go! Glad it turned out
Heheh aww thank you so much ❤ I hope you enjoy the classes let me know which is your fave one there’s some amazing classes on there I hecking love it 😂
You are an inspiration in every sense of the word. Much love to you Kat 💖
try using the mini press on setting 2 for the transfers and letting the transfer cool a bit before peeling the backing off. I find this work better for me
Really love how your tote bags came out! And omg would love more vids of you using these heat presses! I just got a Cricut mini easy press and am looking for more vids to show how to use it and which kinds of merch to use it on :)
I just love watching these vlogs, and also? Catherine's style is so lovely. Like, take me shopping with you pls. And those totes are just so CUTE!!!
The clothes folder reminds me of Sheldon Cooper from the big bang theory 😂the tote bags look good I'm pleased with mine😀 Christmas tote bags could have candy canes on,ginge and spice,Christmas trees,snowmen or stars
Hahahah 😂 love sheldon ❤ ooooo that would be so so heckling cuteeeeee gingie and spice tote bags here we come heheh ❤
After two years i am watching you again you did make a lot of progresses i am happy four you
Fiddle leaf fig help!
I think it needs wayyy more light. It needs lots of indirect lighting. Water when the first inch of top soil has dried out.
I would even repot it because for one that tall it will need more root room. Repot in a planter one inch wider than the one you have now. And be sure the scraggly looking “roots” at the top don’t get buried! Those are air roots. Hope this helps! They are finicky little things
These tote bags would be great for the weekly grocery shop so I'd love to see some of your food designs on them like Shroomie and his friends.
You looked so happy and energized, it's great! I'm also happy that you finally have a good sleeping pattern. I know how difficult that can be for many of us. I'm also looking forward to seeing your new Christmas line, it's going to be so cute. By the way you look amazing! I Don't know if you can see it as much as we do, because you see yourself everyday... LOL. But you have slimmed down so much, you look great!!! Enjoy Florida! 🌞
Awwww thank you so so hecking much this really means the world 🥹🥹🥹🥹🥹😍
Omg purple looks beautiful on you🤍
I'd love to see Christmas Gingie, Spice and Peppamint Tote bags!! Have a great time. xxxxx
There are heat mats to use instead of those bubbly looking pouches. That might give you a better surface to press on and give more structure when you're pressing something flat. A sublimation group I'm in uses them.
Ooooo thank you so is it more of a flat mat? 😮❤
@@KatnippStudios yup! :) heat press mat I think it's called. This lady that runs the group uses it for almost everything.
The autumn girl you should keep using for every season. Like for winter draw her in winter stuff! Maybe give her a name as well~
the squeaking sound when you were pushing the air out of the tote bags took me off guard and now I can’t stop laughing ! love the videos
Also the new prints on the roll look AAAAA-Mazing. Think you have a winner there.
I just wanted to say I really enjoyed watching this process and love the tote bags!
Awww thank you so much ❤❤❤❤ I’m so happy you enjoyed watch8ng hehehe ❤
You are verry pretty and looking great. Keep it up 🎉
Congratulations on all of your success Cathrine, you work hard and put in so much to produce lovely, quality products. I wish you all the best of health, happiness and wealth on your journey. Thank you for sharing it with us 🥰💞
Awww thank you so much for watching ❤😍😍😍😍😍
The transfer prints look amazing!!! Which printing company are you using in the UK?
I’ve always had trouble with my circuit machines. But the mini iron is my favourite thing I own. It’ll come in so handy for things you don’t even think about!
Oooothank you I’ve been eyeing it for a while so I’m happy to have it in my studio 😂❤❤❤
Drop the sleepytime routine, bestie 👀✨
I've been really into watching small business packing vlogs and videos lately... I LOVE your designs!!! I will be buying from your shop!!
Looking forward to the new character designing process!
And the return of the Florida vlogs. I love those.
Hey Catherine, My plants aren't in direct sun but in a well lit area. I use a mister spray and spray my fiddlehead stem with 5 full sprays everyday... then have added about a cup of water every two weeks during the summer. Haven't had a winter with them yet. I'm also new to this plant, so I hope this helps.
which company did you print your DTF roll with ? I would love to know ..I live overseas and wanna have ready printed designs to press when needed too
Fantastic studio VLOG. congrats on your success!
Oh my gosh tysm! 🥹🌸
The little squeaks when you were squishing the air out of the tote bag bags cracked me up. I need rest. xD
Lollll, the little squeak of air the bags made. :D So cute.
Hehrhrh😂 it’s a cute noise isn’t it hehehe
Would love to know where you ordered your DTF transfers from! Been thinking of doing the same instead of going the DTF printer route. After seeing your expierience it's making me rethink it for sure!
Could you design a cute little Christmas foxie for a tote bag if possible?? It would be adorable 🥰
As someone who struggles deeeeeeeeppply with sleeping before the sun comes up, I’d love to see a video (maybe on your personal vlog channel?) about your new successful sleep routine!
The premade dtf look so great and it seems a lot easier!! I love that you took a risk too, I’ve been trying to take more with my own shop. I’m expanding to add print on demand products and will be making my own mock-up images to just make my launches so much easier. Thank you for inspiring me!! Good luck on your travels too. Florida just got hit by a hurricane bad, so I hope that doesn’t interfere.
Also, something I would love to see on tote bags is something that just comes to you, that you don’t plan to sell! As much as I love your characters and other designs that cute girl you illustrated was my favorite not just because it was different but you seemed so happy making it. I would love something that has less of a theme or branded character and something that is more art and creative focused. I’d love to use it to carry my orders to the PO!
If you ever make a tote bag with the let your fire burn design I will be on that so quick! I have the mouse mat version at work and I love it!
you are so adorable... I am so inspired to get my own shop really working
Love your hair💞Christmas totes would be fun
The cricut easypress 3 series have an app and that lets you customize your pressing time. Based on people review its helps out a ton.
Love your blog Catherine ...
You are so creative, your tote bags are amazing ...The katnip logo would look nice as well ...getting your brand out there . Safe trip .🥰🥰🥰🥰💞💞💞💞💞
You’re looking so good girl! God ahead 😊
The clothing boards work best on cotton tee-shirts. The canvas of your totes are probably to stiff and thick to work effectively
I have an apparel business and for transfer prints it is the best to use a (heavy) professional press! Than you have the perfecte pressure and you don’t need any cushions to fill your products.
You inspire me!!
YES CHRISTMAS TOTES
Loving the dtp transfers. I have had an order made for totes( to sell) but after a few months, the prints changed colour drastically so I am hoping to do a dtp transfer over them as i can’t bear losing these bags. I will look into drp customised ones and see how it goes. By the way i just bought the tote bag with this awesome illustration of a girl with red dress- so cute! There’s only 4 left in stock and I was stressed out while placing my order in case it goes out of stock 😂😂😂 I managed to get one. Thank you for this super cute illustration. Can’t wait to carry my teacher planner in it at school😊
Omg the tote bags look so cute!!! I definitely think you should do some Christmas themed tote bags! 😁
Yayyyyy do you have any ideas of designs you would like to see 😍😍😍
@@KatnippStudios Gingie and spice tote bags I think would be a winner!!
Love your vlogs xx
Longtime watcher first-time commenter 🥹 Two things! 1) For cutting the transfers from the roll, I'd recommend a pair of electric scissors! Will really help prevent carpal tunnel. 2) Where did you get the wonderful cream/white sweater with knitted bally bobs on the upper half?? (around 12 min). 💜
Your fiddle leaf needs repotting and placing in filtered natural light, at least for a while each day. The tote bags look fantastic. Will you talk about where you got the roll of DTF custom printed? I saw it had multiple different images on, or was that a different roll? Was it that guy who took back the DTF or another commercial one?
Love watching your vlogs!
When I use my Cricut press, I preheat the cloth on which I'm transferring first. For whatever reason, it helps with adhesion.
Edit: I noticed others have said to use the press mat that Cricut offers, because it's a flat surface. I'm a hobby quilter, so I already have a woolen pad for ironing. I think it is helpful when doing multiple transfers because it absorbs the heat, but I have no actual data to support this. lol
Tell us more about your sleeping routine!!!!!
How I've kept my fiddle leaf fig alive: not in direct sunlight, water once a week (if I remember) and uhhh.. yeah ♡ best of luck!
Love your vlog. Fall us my favorite time, so loving all the new images. ❤️
Awww thank you so much yes fall is the best 🥹🥹🥹🥹🥹😍
Not sure if someone already said, but it looks like the fiddle leaf has a second, tiny pot around its roots. When nurseries up-pot plants for vendors, they sometimes don't bother removing the original seedling pot. If that's the case, it should be removed (I've had success with sharp scissors and lots of patience) because leaving it there can cause injury to the roots as they grow.
FLFs are notoriously difficult to take care of and usually have a crisis when their environment changes (even just being moved to a different spot in the same house), so if it drops all its leaves, that's pretty par for the course. Even if that happens, you can chop it and wait to see if it grows anything new. Most importantly, don't feel too bad if it croaks, they're not easy plants. Good luck!! ❤
OH also I'd like to see a penguin on tote bags for xmas
Loved the vlog. Totes are cute. I have the big circuit press and the mini love them both use them for my small business. They sell press mats with the circuit they work well
Everything came out so beautifully. Definitely have my eye on a few things. ❤
Thank you so so much ❤
fiddle leaf figs are so hard to keep alive!!! It needs lots of light but indirect light because it will burn in direct sunlight. They're difficult to keep well watered too. They look so nice but they're just not good at thriving in the UK. Don't cut it. It'll likely do irreparable damage. Good luck!
The tote bags turned out wonderfully.
Can you do a video on how you stay on trend with ideas? If it's a secret that's ok, it's just that I'm 60 years old now and realise that's way old & I feel so out of touch with mainstream especially since covid as I've just remained a hermit. Uggg I just don't seem to be in touch with any trends but I do love the props you get for photo shoots and falling more and more in love with pastel colours although we are in spring so I just have to reverse stuff. Love your ideas and way of thinking re: packaging and aesthetics from the buyers view. I'm more a leather worker, sell crystals so I make beaded and macrame jewellery plus just fallen in love with moulding those lovely props with trinket trays and candles etc
thank you for sharing your business journey with us!
Have you ever thought about doing phone cases through castify? or something similar. I love your designs, and thought it'd be great to have them on my phone. More downloadable screen backgrounds would be great!
Hiya 🤗 maybe an idea for next year would be to do a Disney inspired treat bag that we can use for MNSSHP in WDW - maybe something on a black tote 🖤☺️ I started Christmas shopping from August, it’s never too early 😊 have a fab week ahead 🥰 xxx
I envy people who seem to naturally get on with house plants! 😂
have a great trip in turkey!
Where did you get your DTF prints from? I'm shopping around a few places right now and these look like amazing quality!
The plant would need a bigger pot, water, and sunlight. Fiddle Leaf Figs need a lot of natural light and do best when placed directly in front of a window. Water thoroughly about once a week, allowing the top couple inches of soil to dry out before watering again.
with the dtf are you buying the transfers ready to press? i'm intrested in the process of that and how it sot of works? is it like buying a iron on of your wok but better?
Maybe the fact that the heat protector pad thing from amazon is so squishy makes it harder for pressing down the logo on the tote bag . Maybe you could use those silicone mats that are made for baking and going in the oven so it protects your table and is heat resistent! or i'm sure there are other options out there !
I would LOVE to see Christmas tote bags for all my Christmas shopping and going to Christmas markets (because its Summer in Australia we have TONNES of Christmas night markets)
I like the dtf transfer rolls you get. I am curious about the process of ordering your art work like that? Do you have any step by step tutorials on your patreon ? I would love to transfers my designs to T shirts & mugs. I think ordering the designs in bulk like you do is the way to go!
Can’t wait to get my “oh my gourd” tote bag, kept checking to see if it had been dispatched yet but now I know why 😊 the prints look amazing!! ❤
Heheh ❤ we will dispatch it as soon as we are back thank you so so much 😭😭😭😭💕
Heheh ❤ we will dispatch it as soon as we are back thank you so so much 😭😭😭😭💕
Where did you get your DTF transfers from ?? I need to get some printed for my small shop!!! Thanks,
what are the clear bags you use for t-shirts and tote bags? they look like nice quality
Omg I need that purple jumper, where did you get it?
OMG your so tiny! You look amazing!
What kind of printer do you use for art prints and cards? I'd like to start selling my own arwork myself but having trouble finding a printer. I'd love to know your recommendation! Thank you!!!
Make sure you know if the vinyl you are using is hot or cold peel cause that will effect your design look
I'm doing DTF transfers too! I'm literally doing the same thing and thought of using the small Cricut but I guess not LOL
Where did you get you're DTF transfers from been struggling to find a good company
May I ask what kind if bags you are putting the tote bags in? 😊
Fiddle Leafs figs are notoriously finicky plants. Even moving it from one window to another will make it act like a teenager lol.
I used to love your vlogs so much, but the last months I haven't been feeling it, it felt like the content didn't have value innit, kinda empty, however in these last vlogs I've been so entertained I didn't want the video to end, I felt your magic again. I don't know what was it, maybe the fact that the video was not a complete tutorial on how to make a coffee, or that you make us part of the creative process. I really don't want to sound rude:(( I just wanted to tell you that I've been enjoying these last videos A LOT!!
The lights don't go toward the back? Time to buy some more! 😂😂
Please can you tell me the best place to order DTF transfers from? Thank you x
I can’t wait to see Peppermint the cat
If you don't mind me asking you how an from where do get the idea's to design your characters as I really love your style of creating the characters they are all so cute and I also have been trying to learn to draw such type of character drawing can you please make a video on how you draw your characters in your sketchbook would love to see it thank you and lots of love from India Mumbai 😍🥰😘