Review: Cricut EasyPress 2

I have to admit that I am a lazy crafter. I like things to be quick and easy with minimal fuss which is why I am currently loving the Cricut EasyPress 2 because it allows me to design and personalise craft projects such as tote bags, tea towels and t-shirts without having to set up my iron!

You might think it is a bit extreme to rely on a gadget to do something that I could easily do myself just by getting out the iron and board but having instantly melted fabric in the past by having the incorrect setting on my iron I really feel that the EasyPress is a must have in my crafting collection.

The Cricut EasyPress 2 is an alternative to using your home iron for projects which use iron-on vinyl allowing you to turn boring pillows, blankets, t-shirts, tote bags etc into personalised gems.

The Cricut EasyPress 2 offers professional iron-on results in 60 seconds or less using a ceramic-coated edge-to-edge plate which heats up 205°C (400°F) to heat for flawless transfers. It is perfect to use in combination with Cricut smart cutting machines such as the Maker (click here to learn more about the Maker) which can cut even intricate designs into iron on vinyl.

There are 3 sizes in the EasyPress range; 6″ x 7″, 9″ x 9″ and 12″ x 10″ which means you can find the perfect size for your projects. If you mainly personalise t-shirts you may prefer the medium or larger size whereas if you enjoy smaller projects like tea towels or baby grows the smaller option would be the best for you.

Surprisingly even the bigger sizes are lightweight, easy to move around and store. In order to keep the user safe the EasyPress comes with an insulated safety base with an auto shutoff feature that turns the device off after 10 minutes of inactivity.

How to use:

• Cut and weed your iron-on vinyl design. Make sure your design has been cut in a mirror image!
• Place your fabric onto the EasyPress heat-resistant, moisture-wicking insulation mat (which acts like an ironing board).
• Place the vinyl onto your fabric making sure it’s in the right place.
• Set the time and temperature for your EasyPress. Check Cricut’s Interactive Quick Reference Guide to help you decide what settings to use.
• Place the EasyPress on top of your iron on design and press the illuminated green Cricut start button and the timer will start to count down. Be sure to press down a little for the best results.
• When your time is up the EasyPress will bleep. Gently remove the EasyPress and place on its safety base.
• Gently peel your iron on vinyl clear layer away to leave your finished design!

Some top tips:

• Before applying your iron on vinyl to your fabric give it a quick warm up with the EasyPress – just for a few seconds – to warm the fabric ready for transfer.
• Once you have your finished product turn it over and give it a few seconds of heat to ensure a strong bond to the fabric.

As you can see from the photos below I have enjoyed decorating my own tea towels and tote bags. I have also ordered some blank t-shirts which I am going to personalise as gifts for my family and I have personalised an apron.

At first I was a little scared of using the EasyPress (due to mishaps using a regular iron!) but once I familarised myself with the settings and just did each step at a time I discovered that there was nothing to be afraid of!

In fact I have really enjoyed getting to know the handy EasyPress 2 from Cricut and certainly recommend it to anyone who regularly uses iron on vinyl in their craft projects. I award it 5 out of 5 stars.

This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Cricut. The opinions and text are all mine.