What To Put On The Back of Faux Leather Earrings | HOW TO MAKE LEATHER EARRINGS DOUBLE SIDED
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- Опубліковано 10 лип 2024
- What To Put On The Back Of Faux Leather Earrings | HOW TO MAKE LEATHER EARRINGS DOUBLE SIDED
I get so many questions on my channel about what to put on the back of faux leather earrings, and how to make faux leather earrings double sided. So I've put together this video for you with my 4 best tips for putting a back on faux leather earrings to make leather earrings that are double sided.
You can use these 4 techniques with leather earrings made with a Cricut Maker, Cricut Explore Air 2, or even a Cricut Joy! These techniques also work with faux leather earrings made with a Silhouette, or even hand cut earrings. This is a great video for Cricut beginners who want to get started making faux leather earrings with a Cricut.
CHAPTERS
00:00 - 00:40 - Introduction
00:41 - 04:45 - Option #1 - Mirror & Cut Vinyl Shape and Press
04:46 - 09:48 - Option #2 - Press Vinyl On Faux Leather Before Cutting
09:49 - 12:39 - Option #3 - Glue Two Faux Leather Shapes Together
12:40 - 16:18 - Option #4 - Press Two Faux Leather Shapes Together
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So happy to have found this video 👍👏. I have loads of faux leather and thought of making earring but the backs bothered me, presume I can use my scan and cut to cut the shapes as you do on the Cricut. Very excited to try this. Have subscribed and look forward to the rest of your videos xx
Thanks for your comment, Chris! I’m so glad you liked this video. :)
I use my scan n cut to do all my earrings much easier then my cricut.
Love using the heat n bond method. But I have it ironed onto the leather before cutting saves with excess coming out
Thanks for your comment! That's a great tip!
The value in this video is UNMATCHED! Thank you!
C W.L. I’m so glad you found this information helpful! Thank you so much for your kind words! :)
This video is about 2 years old and I still can not get enough of it. I finally bought a Cricut maker 3 and made a lot of things except what I wanted to do originally. Making earrings. Now that I got several materials from wood to faux leather, I am nervous....lol!!! I'll keep your videos playing while I do my project. I would feel comfortable thinking someone is in my craft room lecturing me! LOL!! Thank you so much for all you do with the DIY. I really enjoy them and learning!
You are so kind! Thank you so much for letting me know my content helps you! I love hearing that! I can't wait to see what you are creating. If you are on Facebook, please come join my free crafting group where we share our work and learn from each other. It's called Getting Crafty with Amy Romeu. Hope to see you in there!
You’re amazing! I’ve been trying to find a video like this FOR MONTHS! ❤️ GIRL I LOVE YOU!
I'm so glad you found this information helpful! Thanks for your comment. :)
Amy, thank you so much for your videos! I am just getting into making earrings with my Cricut and your videos are very complete and you make everything look so easy. So excited! Thanks a bunch!
Thank you for your comment, Marilyn! I'm so glad you are finding my videos helpful. :)
Thank you for the tips. And big thanks for the earring quickstart guide!
It's my pleasure! Thanks for your comment!
Love it Amy.Thank you. You are so precious and easy to understand.
Hi, Debbie. Thank you so much for your sweet comment. I'm so glad you enjoyed this video.
Thank you so much! You answered all of my questions.
Hi, thanks for your comment. That makes me so happy to hear. Thank you!
Yeees! Thank you for sharing this, I've been trying to figure this out for awhile!
I'm so glad this was helpful for you, Toya! Thanks for your comment.
Thank you so much for making this video.. I'm so glad I found it
Thanks, Jennifer! I'm so glad you found this video helpful!
So detailed & pretty! Thanks.
Thank you so much! I appreciate it.
Thank you for sharing your knowledge 💜
It’s my pleasure, Olivia. Thank you for your comment!
you so much for this video. I love how you explain everything in detail.🙂
Thank you for your comment, Kelly! I'm glad you found it helpful. :)
Thank you! This was extremely helpful !
Kim B It’s my pleasure! I’m so glad you found it helpful. Thanks for taking the time to comment!
I’ve had sooo much faux leather and these are so cute. Thank you so much!
You're welcome! I'm glad you enjoyed this video!
Thank´s for this great tutorial! You explains so well and even if english isn´t my usual language I really apreciate
that you talk slow and without stress. Goldstar to you.
Marie Andersson Thank you so much for your comment, Marie! I’m so glad you found this video helpful, and your kind words made my day! :) Amy
This was so useful... I'm making bookmarks with faux leather, and this will really help - thank you!
Thank you for your comment, Fatima! I really appreciate it. I’m so glad you found this video helpful. :)
Thank you for this video I just tried the one with the foil on before cutting and I love this.
Thanks for your comment, Cheryl! I'm so glad you found this video helpful.
Love your video, exactly what info I was looking for
Hi, Collette! Thanks for your comment. I'm so glad you found this video helpful.
Holy COW THIS IS SO SMART!!! forever I’ve been washing leather gluing an additional part on the backs!!!! And this moment I shall try iron ons. Omg! Thank you so much.
Hi, Samantha! Thank you for your comment! I'm so glad you liked this video and found it helpful. :)
Great video, Amy! Thanks so much! ❤
I'm so glad you found it helpful, Alice! Thank you!
Wow! Your tutorials are so great!! I have been learning sooo much from you. Thanks for sharing Amy!
I'm so happy to hear that, Kim! Thanks for letting me know. :)
I love these popsicles Thank you for sharing
My pleasure 😊!
Great earring video. Love your tips.
Thank you so much! :)
Great info! Just what I needed. Putting the foil on before cutting was genius.
Hi, Starla! Thank you so much for your comment. I'm so glad this video was helpful. :)
I love your channel!! It’s very easy follow and relatable.
Thank you, Dottie!
Amy I am so glad I found you. This is the 2nd video I’ve seen you do. 🎉 I am loving all of your great tips!!! Thank you gobs!!! 😅
Hi, Rhonda! Thanks for your comment. I'm so glad you enjoyed this video. Thanks for taking the time to let me know you liked it. I appreciate it. :)
Great tip!🥰
I'm so glad you found these tips helpful. :) Thank you so much for the comment!
Awesome.. I loved the strep by step instructions
Hi, thank you for your comment! I'm glad you liked this video. :)
As usual AMY YOU DO GREAT THINGS
Thank you so much, Yvonne! You are so sweet and supportive of me. I really appreciate it!
Thank you!!! I never thought of heat adhesive paper. I’ve been using crazy glue and my fingers pay for it! So glad I found your channel!
Hi, Tammy! I'm glad you found this video helpful. :) Thank you for your comment.
thank you so much for these tips. i've been looking all over for these tips. they truly helped!
Thank you so much for watching and taking the time to comment. I'm so glad you found it helpful!
Enjoyed you Video!
DONNA JAMISON Thanks for letting me know, Donna! I’m so glad.
Super helpful thanks
I'm so glad you found this video helpful, Lisa! Thanks for your comment.
Thank you so much. I really enjoyed your video.
Hi, Joyce! Thank you so much for your comment! I'm so glad to hear that. Thanks for watching! :)
Thanks for this video. I'm going to try the HTV one first. I need to get some of that glue for my next set of earrings.
I'm so glad you found this video helpful! If you have any questions when you try putting HTV on the back, feel free to ask! I'm always happy to help!
Thank you so much!
MightySew it’s my pleasure! Thanks for your comment!
Hi, I just happened upon you videos and they are brilliant and so so helpful. Thank you so much !!! I am a beginner and using a Cricut Explorer Air 2...and am looking forward to making earrings. Looking forward to more of your videos. Thanks so much !!!!
Hi, Nancy! Thank you for your comment! Glad you found this video helpful. :)
love your videos more every time I've watched which is daily. thank you.,,,,,,
Hi, Gloria! I'm so glad to hear you are enjoying my videos! You are very kind!
Cool 😎 thanks 😊
My pleasure!
Love all of your videos and tips. In doing the vinyl both of the ways you showed, I have found that if you apply the vinyl before cutting the process is a little easier. I just do a once over with the Easy Press after cutting and it removes the rough edges. I also love using the Heat'n Bond. Great ideas!!
Hi, thanks for your comment! That's the way I prefer, too. :) I'm so glad you found this video a little helpful!
OMG i so wished I found this video before I tried by trial and error with many several pieces and time/product waisted I love how you get right to the point and explain very clearly I am so a fan of your page and love it KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK !
Thank you for the sweet comment! I'm so glad you found this video helpful! I can't wait to see what you create. :)
Excellent teaching at a pleasant , to listen and learn from . First video of Amy,s I’ve watched. -BRILLIANT THANKS!
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Thank you for your comment!
I place stiffened felt on mine. I really like it.
That's a great idea! Thanks for sharing!
Amy, I have returned to this video numerous times. I'm old (my story and I'm sticking to it) lol and my brain does not retain info very good bwahaha. Seriously though, it is great to have something to return to to refresh your brain. I love all your videos and you have helped me immensely. Thank you so very much and have a wonderfully blessed day. Keep up the great work.... .Glo
Hi, Gloria! Thank you so much for your kind words! I appreciate you taking the time to comment. I'm so happy you've found this video helpful. :)
Thanks so much for another very informative video, I was looking for a solution for the back of my faux leather key chains and now I know what to do, so thanks again
It's my pleasure. I'm glad you found this video helpful!
I just looked at your channel. Is that your miniature work? That's incredible! Wow!
Thanks so much for this video! So helpful!!
I'm so glad you found this helpful, Nicole! Please let me know if there are any other topics or questions you'd like me to cover or answer!
I do have one additional question. I was very excited about the part of the video where you showed how to remove contours in order to print the image only and then use HTV to iron on. I have tons of earring templates and this will work for some of them. But - I have a lot of templates where the image in the center, let’s say it’s a Halloween witch, is surrounded by an outline that follows around the outside of the earring. I can’t figure out how to separate the witch from the outline so that I can cut only the witch. I hope this makes sense and I wish I could upload a pic to show you what I’m talking about! Any advice is appreciated!!
@@nicolem722 Hi, Nicole. Thanks for your message. I think I'm understanding your question. I have several earring templates like the one you are describing, where the shape in the middle is attached to the rest of that earring layer shape by a thick border outline. ! Unfortunately, if the witch is connected to the larger outline, you can't separate it, even using contour. Contouring will work however if the witch shape is a distinct and completely isolated shape cut out of a larger shape. I hope that makes sense! Thank you again for your comment. :)
Amy Romeu It makes sense; thanks for your time!
Nicole M it’s my pleasure! :)
Very informative. Thanks. I don't have a cricut, I guess manually will be fine
Hi, Yolanda! Yes, you can certainly make faux leather earrings by hand. You can print out earring template shapes onto cardstock and cut them out. Then use them as pattern pieces to help you cut the shapes out of faux leather. I hope that helps!
@@AmyRomeu Thank you so much
When I flipped mine the other way, it worked much better with cutting a nice clean line into the iron on foil. Also, i tried keeping the protective later ON after ironing, putting that face down on the mat and cutting with the faux leather facing up, and it came out beautifully, and super easy to weed! :)
Sounds great, Jessica! Thanks for your comment!
Oh, I love that idea too.
Really useful video, thank you! Have you ever tried a spray adhesive and had success?
Hi, thanks for your comment! I have not, but I'm sure that would work, too!
Amy I love your videos . Ive learned so much from you. I hope you can help me with a problem im having .my faux leather curls up when i make my earring what can i do to keep this from happening.
Hi, Kelly! Thanks for your comment. Are you using thinner faux leather? Are you putting back on it? If so, is it heat transfer vinyl or another piece of faux leather? If you put something on the back, it helps keep your earrings from curling. Also, after I put something on the back, whether it's pressed vinyl or glued faux leather, I like to press the earring under something heavy to help keep it flat. Then I'll put the hooks on.
Hi, brilliant video..thank you Soo much. Can we use regular household iron..?
Hi, Humera! Yes, you could, try very low heat to start, no steam. Also be sure to use a cover sheet like a teflon sheet or parchment paper so the vinyl never touches the surface of the iron.
Thank you. Loving your videos. I’m just starting out and your videos have really helped. Do you have a favorite supplier for your leather? I’ve tried a few now and I’m nit real impressed.
Hi, Kate! Thanks for your comment. :) I buy a lot of faux leather from Amazon and Etsy. I have links to my favorite Etsy shops at the bottom of my Tools & Materials page on my blog. Here's the link: amyromeu.com/my-favorite-products/
Amy, you have a jewelry-maker's hand movements. Following your techniques.
Hi, Holly! Thank you so much! I'm so glad you are finding my videos helpful. :)
Thank you for this video. Have you tried or do you think it would be possible to use the heat n bond iron-on vinyl (instead of their regular adhesive) for the backs of the earrings? I want to make sure they don't curl but also don't want to add bulk if at all possible.
Hi, Rebekah! Thanks for your question. I haven't tried that product, but I would think any iron on vinyl would work just like regular heat transfer vinyl. :)
I felt like the faux leather was flimsy, this will help me "stiffen" the finished earring, and give them a "finished" look. thanks!
My pleasure, Cally ! So glad this video helped!
Love your earrings. Quick question can you use permanent vinyl for the back or does it have to be HVT. Thanks 👏
Hi, Fiona! Thanks for your comment! You can use permanent vinyl on the back, but HTV blends better because it's thinner and it adheres better to the faux leather. Permanent vinyl sits on top of the faux leather, if you know what I mean. :) But it definitely will work.
Loved this video! Question what is the glue that you used to glue them together and where did you find it?
Hi, Claudia! I’m glad you liked this video. Check out the description for the exact info on the glue and a link to the one I used. :)
Great video!! 😊 Just curious did you put the foil iron on on just the back or each layer? Which method is your favorite?
Hi, Kara! Thanks for your comment! To answer your question, when I make layered earrings, I only put a back on the bottom layer, then one you see from the back of the earrings. :)
new to your channel, thanks for the great tips, trying to make some earrings to sell
Linda Dexter Thanks for your message, Linda! I’m glad you found these tips helpful. :)
I don't have a cricut, but this was an excellent tutorial.
Thank you so much! I appreciate your comment.
I run a lighter along the edges in a very quick swiping motion.
@@soquel7912 Good tip! Thanks for sharing what works for you.
Love your videos! Would permanent vinyl work as a backing on earrings?
Hi, Yes it can! It just won’t be as thin on the back as heat transfer vinyl is. :)
@@AmyRomeuhi how would you apply permanent vinyl to the back? I know you can’t use heat?
@@BeautySenoria Hi, you can use one of the first two techniques in this video - either applying the permanent vinyl to the back of the faux leather and then cutting the earring shapes, or cutting the permanent vinyl and faux leather shapes separately and placing them together after cutting. :)
Thank you for sharing your technique. They are very helpful. I do have a question. I made my first attempt today and my earrings looks good but the edges have fuzzies. How can I avoid that ?
Hi, Karen! Thanks for your comment. I use sharp, small curved scissors to trim up any fuzzy edges. :)
Are you able to put the Heat and Bond on and cut both the faux leather and bond together? Thank you!
Kerri White Thanks for your comment! I haven’t tried that technique, but I would imagine you could. Let me know if you try it and how it works. I’ll test it out myself, too! Amy
Thank you for this! My faux leather is thick, with a fuzzy backing. Would I still cut it face down and mirrored when cutting with my Maker? Would I also use the settings for Paper Thin Faux Leather? Thanks!
Hi, yes, I would still place the faux leather face down and use the same settings. You will want to repeat the cut two or three times. If you repeat the cut three times and it still isn't cutting all the way through, I would try the Deep Point Blade instead (in the black housing). Some very thick faux leathers, like double sided ones, just won't cut using the fine point blade.
@@AmyRomeu Thank you. I'll try that.
Do you put HTV on the back of all the layers or just the back one?
Great question, Paula! I only put HTV on the bottom layer. :)
Amy, if you don't have a heat press of any kind, can you use an home iron?
Hi, yes you can! I recommend starting with very low heat and pressing for a few seconds at a time, keeping the iron moving. Be sure to still use a cover sheet like a Teflon sheet or parchment paper, and turn off the steam setting on the iron. :)
Can we use everyday iron on samplers from cricut as backing or does it specifically need to be foil iron on?
Hi, Marlenne! Thanks for your comment. You can use any iron-on you want for the backing - foil, glitter, or everyday. It's up to you!
Can you use a regular iron on a low setting?
Hi, Karen! Yes, you can. Be sure the steam settings are turned off and you are using a cover sheet like a teflon sheet, parchment paper or butcher paper to protect your iron and your surface. Thanks for your question!
Hi Amy, just wondering how you get such clean cuts? I've used the silver metallic Cricut leather and even after cutting twice with the deep blade it's still ratty on the ends and don't know how to keep them from doing that? Thanks
Hi, Bek! Thanks for your comment. I have a video with all of my best tips and tricks for getting great faux leather cuts. Here's the link: ua-cam.com/video/oV7W-LoJv2M/v-deo.html
Amy if you do not have faux leather can you use permanent vinyl instead?
Hi, Carolyn. You can use permanent vinyl on the back of faux leather earrings in the place of heat transfer vinyl, yes. :)
What are svg? Aorry so very new just for a cricut . I’m
Using my phone would I be able to use that
Hello, thank you for your comment. A SVG is a digital cutting file you can upload to Cricut Design Space so your Cricut cutting machine can cut out the design from whatever material you choose. You can upload SVG files to Cricut Design Space using a phone, a tablet, or a desktop computer. :)
can you leave he mirror foil as the front?
Hi, Rita! You can if you want, yes!
Hi Amy, thanks for the information. I just tried the iron on then cut method with the settings you suggested and the cut didn't seem deep enough as it didn't cut all the way through the material. Do you have any recommendations? The faux leather I used was thick.
Hi, Mindy! Thanks for your comment.
My first suggestion is always to repeat the cut a few times. You can do this before unloading the mat by pressing the C button again and the cut will repeat. (On the Cricut Joy, since there are no buttons, you can repeat the cut by clicking on the "rerun" prompt on the screen in Design Space.)
Check each time after you repeat the cut by using a sharp tool and lifting up a corner of the faux leather to see if the cut is complete. If not, repeat again.
If after 4 or so cuts the cut still isn't complete, you may want to purchase and try the Deep Point Blade. It's in a black casing and works with the Maker and Explore machines.
If that doesn't work either, your material may be too thick, or cutting it with the vinyl on the back makes it too thick. I would try cutting the faux leather by itself in that case and pressing the backing on afterwards.
Let me know if this helps, and what works for you!
Awesome, thank you for the help! Also, how do you make your holes in the earrings to put the jump ring in? I noticed you don’t cut yours out with the Cricut so I’m assuming you have a tool? If so which one?
@@mindymartinez4657 Hi, Mindy! If I don't use the Cricut to cut the hole, or if the Cricut doesn't cut it completely, I use this kind of a hole punch: amzn.to/3GAoBEJ
@@AmyRomeu thank you!!! 😃
Have you ever tried permanent vinyl instead of iron on? Just curious. 🙂
Hi, Starla! Permanent vinyl does work instead of HTV. However, I've found that permanent vinyl is less desirable than iron-on for two reasons. First, it is thicker than heat transfer vinyl and tends to sit up higher on the faux leather rather than blending in to the material's texture like HTV does. Also, the edges of permanent vinyl can get sticky over time. But you can definitely use it!
@@AmyRomeu thank you. I have never tried it, so thank you for the info.
Very helpful. But question: Could I use permanent vinyl instead of iron on? On the back or to decorate the front?
Sheena Greenberg Thanks for your comment! Yes, you could! :)
I use permanent vinyl on the back of my faux leather earrings. This is great for the backs: cricut.com/en_us/cutting-materials/material-type/vinyl/premium-vinyltm-textured-metallic.html?gclid=CjwKCAjwlrqHBhByEiwAnLmYUGUBadr-vQQ3GSDGFXkdargE7O9rx4X6FdXuwMIUFPbZyQnx2zFqRxoCOLUQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds
Hi Amy, I am wondering, can you iron vinyl on the front and the back of one single piece of a faux leather earring? I want to use iron on vinyl for the "lacey" part of your butterfly wing earrings, but I also want to use iron on glitter vinyl for the backs so it's not just the "fuzzy" backside of my faux leather. My main faux leather piece (orange) is pretty thick and I think would be too much to double. Or should I iron my vinyl on the front, then use a thinner piece of faux leather for the back, iron my piece on that, then glue the 2, front and back, together? (I hope that is making sense!) LOL!! Thank you!!
Hi, Karla! In that case I would probably cut the vinyl for the back and press it on after cutting (if the faux leather is too thick to cut with the backing already pressed on - which happens to me if I want to put glitter HTV on the back). I would do that first and then press HTV to the front. Let me know how it comes out!
@@AmyRomeu Thanks Amy! I think I'll give each way a try! I'm worried, even though it's pretty thick, if I just iron on the front and back that it will curl afterwards. Thanks for the tips and your suggestions!
What settings did you use to cut through the leather and iron on? Thank you!
Hi, Mellie! I always use Faux Leather (Paper Thin) for faux leather and I generally use the Washi Sheet setting for iron on.
Amy Romeu thank you, but I meant when they are both together when the htv is attached to the faux leather before cutting what setting is required on the cricut?
@@mellie5348 The same setting, faux leather (paper thin), even when iron on is on the back. You can see how it cuts well in the video. :)
Can I use my Cricut joy?
Yes, absolutely! I have a few Cricut Joy specific faux leather earring videos on my channel that you may want to check out!
What about flat fringe? How would i keep the leather flat?
Hi, I would recommend covering the fringe with a cover sheet and using some low heat for a few seconds (like a Cricut EasyPress Mini or Low or an EasyPress at 265 degrees). While the flattened fringe is still warm, place something heavy on top like a book so they cool flat. Let me know if you try this trick and how it works for you!
Hi Amy, Do you always put a back on the earrings, or can you not?
Hi, Penney! Thanks for your comment. No, you don't have to add a back to earrings all if you don't want to! Some reasons I like to put a back sometimes are:
1. to cover up an ugly backing (like fluffy white felt)
2. to add more structure to the earring, which helps it hang straight
3. to give a more professional look to your finished earrings
I hope that helps! :)
I've been searching for the right gold foil to use like in your video and I bought one thinking it was right, but it looks like what I got isn't heat activated but toner activated...help! Can you tell me more about the gold foil you use, or kindly post a link to what you use so I can make sure to get the right stuff? Thanks so much! Your videos and teaching skills are amazing!!!
Hi, Toni! My first reply to you seems to have disappeared, I'm sorry! I updated my video description with the foil I like to use on the back of earrings - it's the Cricut brand foil iron on. I hope that helps!
I prefer to put the htv on before cutting, since my cuts often have fringe or similar attributes. Unfortunately, I do not get good cuts when the htv is on... However, I also don't get any of that texturing on the edges like you do (which is good though). Any ideas to get cleaner cuts? Perhaps my htv is no good (I'm using regular htv, not foil)? It seems to have like a stretch to it... like cutting through a Bandaid placed on faux leather.
I did notice part of the cut overlapped where I had placed my painters tape... and that part was cut very cleanly. Therefore, I am going to try putting a layer of painters tape on the entire piece before cutting... but if you have any other ideas I could use the help!
Yes, I totally understand what you mean about the bandaid effect. :) I like to use foil because it seems to minimize the rippling on the edges. I agree, the rippling seems to be greater when I use solid HTV. For both foil and regular HTV, I've been pressing the backs for a few seconds with my EasyPress Mini again and it flattens out those wrinkles.
The other idea is to be sure the HTV is pressed really well onto the back of the faux leather. I like to remove the clear transfer sheet from the HTV after the first pressing and then press again, without the clear cover sheet in the way. I still use my Teflon sheet to protect my surface.
@@AmyRomeu I saw another commentor say she put it face up after applying the htv. Since my tape idea didn't work, I tried that and it worked perfectly. (Waiting for htv foil in mail).
Thanks for your videos!
Which is your favorite way to put leather on the back. Thank you for your tutorial and giving us several different ways, but would like to know your favorite.
Hi, thanks for your comment! Great question. My preferred method is to press the heat transfer vinyl onto a piece of faux leather first, and then cut. It's method 2 I show in this video. :) Thanks for watching!
@@AmyRomeu thank you
I’m just trying to figure out the sizes you make your earrings. I just can’t get sizing down.
Hi, Sara! Thanks for your comment. I usually size the largest shape in a set of layered earrings about 2.25" tall. Then I size down any other layers by eye so they look good and evenly spaced in size. For the width, I like to stay under 1.5" or else the earring doesn't sit right next to the face. So it a shape is more than 1.5" wide when I make it 2.25" tall, then I reduce the height until the width is good, even if that makes it shorter than 2.25" inches. I hope that helps! :)
Amy Romeu Thank you so much! This helps me out a lot. I’m just sitting here staring at my design space right now. 🤣
What side does iron vinal
Hi, Wendy. I think your question came through as incomplete. Please feel free to ask it again! Thank you.
New here , and I'm trying to learn . how do I purchase from your shop?
Hi, Samantha! Thanks for your comment. If I mention an item from my shop in a video, I will have it linked in the video description. Or you can visit my shop here: shop.amyromeu.com/ Thank you. Amy
@@AmyRomeu thanks. I had just found it. I will purchase an svg so I can begin trial and error . I was thinking Walmart or Joanns for faux leather and the hooks.
@@AmyRomeu I also requested membership to you FB group.
how u add the holes
Hi, I either let the Cricut cut the holes or use a special sized hole punch. You can see all my earring hole tips and tricks in this video here: ua-cam.com/video/iu9nutN7Vzw/v-deo.html
Can i just paint the back side of my faux?
Hi, Kimetha! Yes, you can. :)
When you iron on the faux leather, doesn't it take the texture out of the faux leather?
Hi, Karrie! Thanks for your question. :) It can, if you press really, really hard. That's why I don't recommend using a traditional heat press for pressing vinyl on faux leather, because it can flatten out the leather. I find that firm, even pressure from an Easy Press or Easy Press Mini results in good adhesion without losing the faux leather texture. If you try it, let me know how it works for you!
I tried iron HTV on the faux leather but it kind of melted? I’m not sure what I did wrong.
Hi, what did you use to press (traditional heat press, Easy Press, or Easy Press Mini) and what time and temp?
@@AmyRomeu I used an Easy Press at 300.
Can i just put white glue?
Hi, Bessy! Since the back of faux leather is fabric, it's best to use a fabric glue of some kind. However, if white glue is what you have available, you could test out gluing two scraps of faux leather back to back with white glue. Remember to press the glued item under something heavy for several hours (overnight is best) for the best results.
What about hot glue or cement glue?
Hi, Chrissy. Thanks for your comment. You can try, but I don’t think either will give you a very thin and flat earring result. :)
Wow you’re quick responding. Your video is very clear also
@@chrissyjackson9599 You’re welcome! I’m happy to help! :)
What if you don’t have a cricut?
Hi, Vicki! Some crafters cut faux leather earring shapes by hand. You could also use a different type of die cutter machine called a Sizzix. It uses plates with different shapes on it and when you roll the handle it presses the plates into the faux leather and cuts it for you.
I was doing 30 seconds. Is that too much? They turned out fine.
Hi, that's longer than I do, but if it works for you and you aren't having any damage to the faux leather, then that sounds great.
Your the bees knees. Did you put a backing on each layer.
Hi, Sandy! Thanks for your comment. If I'm making stacked or layered earrings, I usually only put a backing on the bottom layer, the one that is visible when you turn the earring over. :)
Just make genuine leather earrings. Best way to go😁
Thanks for your comment!
Not the best way for animals
What if you don't have a cricut? What can you put on back of earrings.
Hi, good question! You can still apply vinyl to the back of faux leather and then hand cut your earring shapes. :)
please show me your shop link ! You are an amazing teacher . What happens when I hit subscribe button ?Do you get our email address? Gourlay Jenkins
Hello, yes, when you subscribe to my blog's newsletter you'll get an email with the link and password to my free library of SVGs. You'll also be added to my weekly email newsletter. You can unsubscribe anytime.
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