MadHatterGraphix 1,258 Posted August 5, 2015 So I went to the dollar tree because I had some crazy Idea. However I thought to hard again before learning an important detail. I bought a couple of the tablet sleeves they sell. I figured I could add some nice designs on it with HTV, however I dont know what the heck the material is made of. I figure its neoprene or something like that. My other question is what HTV should I use on them? Thanks in advance Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
arty-rc 719 Posted August 5, 2015 You'll never know until you try. I would use Siser Easyweed and definitely protect your heat press surfaces. Also, put some regular vinyl backing, folded and shiny side out, inside it to prevent it from possibly melting together. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
OWJones 1,981 Posted August 5, 2015 I've seen a few people post after images on Facebook of horrible, goopy, drippy, melted messes of cheap tote bags and other items they bought and tried to press and didn't use sufficient cover paper or teflon sheets to protect their press. Please don't be one of those people! I wouldn't even risk wasting the HTV until you know for sure the sleeves will hold up to a quick press at temp - if the sleeve survives, then put some HTV on it - but that's me - I'm a cheapskate. Unless the sleeves are really stretchy, or nylon, then Easyweed is probably the best choice to start with. I've bought hats from Dollar Tree for HTV pressing and they work OK - the material is thin and you need to pad your platen a bit so you don't get a rectangle shape pressed into the hat, but for cheap give aways (especially for kids), they are more than adequate. You can get some good items at Dollar Tree, like their glass tumblers and beer mugs (when you can find them), but some of it is a real crap shoot, and you can't count on them having the same items the next time you go back, either. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MadHatterGraphix 1,258 Posted August 5, 2015 Great advice the both of you. I better make sure I got good protection on that press being as expensive as it is. I will give it the heat test and go from there I guess. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sue2 920 Posted August 5, 2015 Let us know how it works...good idea! Sue2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MadHatterGraphix 1,258 Posted August 5, 2015 Everything I find on it is, it is neoprene but still testing it warming up the press right now. Edit: Did a heat test at 305 degree F for 15 seconds, and a second test at 325 degrees F for 15 seconds and all is well no melting fabric. Now all I need is some HTV, been doing signs and haven't needed any. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TT57 135 Posted August 19, 2015 Mad, how'd it go ?? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MadHatterGraphix 1,258 Posted August 20, 2015 It worked out fine look under show your work I posted a photo about a week or so ago. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bamafan2277 50 Posted August 20, 2015 I picked up several of these this evening. They had a few colors and 2 sizes. I may have to go online and order a bunch if demand goes good. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
