How to Make Infusible Ink Ceramic Coasters

Infusible Ink coasters are easy to make as a professional set of coasters all in a few minutes. That means that this is the perfect gift idea for the holiday season!

Infusible Ink Coasters Video Tutorial

Want to watch me make these coasters with Infusible Ink? I have a video showing you how below.

Can’t watch the video? Missed some of the steps? I am also outlining the instructions below.

How to Make Infusible Ink Coasters

As I mentioned before, Infusible Ink coasters make for the best gift! Today, I will be showing you how to make a set of winter-inspired coasters, but you can easily use this tutorial to create any type of coaster set that you wish!

Just remember to always mirror your image, in Cricut Design Space, before you cut!

Supplies To Make Infusible Ink Coasters

• Infusible Ink Pens (I used the new watercolor set)
• Cricut Ceramic Coaster blanks
• Cricut cut file
• EasyPress Mat
• Cricut EasyPress
• Lint-free cloth
• White cardstock
• Butcher paper
• Heat resistant tape
• Blue cardstock (2 shades)
• Black Cricut pen
• Twine
• Copy paper
• Scissors

Do you want to learn more about the basics of Infusible Ink? Then check out our How to Use Cricut Infusible Ink the Right Way blog post!

Step 1: Prepare The Designs

Start with pulling up my profile in Cricut Design Space and scrolling to “Infusible Ink Snowflake Ceramic Coasters”. Click make it and draw the designs for your Infusible Ink ceramic coasters on copy paper.

You want to make sure the copy paper you use is rated for use in a laser printer so it can handle the heat.

Use the two blue markers in the watercolor pen pack to draw the designs.

Design Space will prompt you to put in each pen. You can also make your own design, just make sure it will fit on the coaster surface.

Once your design has been drawn, cut the paper as close as possible to the designs. Please note that Infusible Ink colors will brighten once pressed. So don’t be discouraged if your colors are not very bright on the paper.

Step 2: Prepare The Coasters

Open your package of ceramic coasters and clean each one with the lint-free cloth. You will be putting the images on the smooth side of the coasters. The matte or rough side is the bottom of the coaster.

Note that Infusible Ink does require a sublimation surface. This will not work with ceramic tiles from your home improvement store.

Add the side of the paper that was drawn on by the Cricut to the top side of each coaster. Use heat-resistant tape to secure each piece into place. Try to avoid where the writing is when taping. Also, make sure you tape well and keep the paper tight onto the surface.

Step 3: Use The Cricut EasyPress To Infuse Your Design

To infuse your design, place an EasyPress mat on your work surface, then add a piece of white cardstock on top of that.

Place the coasters FACE DOWN on the cardstock. The paper you placed on top of the coasters should be against the white cardstock (as shown below).

Then add butcher paper over the top of your coasters to protect your EasyPress.

Place your EasyPress on top of the stack and press according to the instructions on the Cricut heat guide. There is no reason to hold or press down on the EasyPress. The weight of the machine itself is enough.

Once the time has elapsed, remove the EasyPress and allow your coasters to cool completely. This will take 10 to 15 minutes at a minimum. Do not touch the coasters while hot! They will burn you!

NOTE: You will want to discard the white cardstock under the coasters as it will have some ink on it and this can ruin other projects.

Once the coasters have completely cooled, remove the tape and paper from the front of each coaster to reveal the design. These coasters are done and ready to use as soon as you remove the paper. They are completely sealed and no other steps are needed!

Making A DIY Coaster Gift Set

Want to turn these Infusible Ink ceramic coasters into a gift? The Design Space canvas also has a gift tag that you will want to cut!

To turn these coasters into a gift set, wrap your coasters in some twine and add the gift tag!

Now you are ready to give this gift for the upcoming holidays!

After reading this post or watching the video, all that is left to do is make some coasters of your own with Infusible Ink. You are going to be amazed at how professional these look when they are done!

Now I prefer the ceramic coasters shown in this post but there are also some square coasters that are more affordable that you can try. You will want to make sure you are using the Cricut branded coasters or another coaster that is compatible with sublimation.

Then wrap up the gift of DIY coasters for someone on your holiday list. They are sure to love custom coasters handmade just for them!

With the quality of these Infusible Ink ceramic coasters, they will be wondering where you purchased these beauties! Just tell them they are handmade with love!

FAQs About Infusible Ink Coasters

If you have questions about these Infusible Ink coasters, I have answers for you! Please leave your question for me in the comments if you don’t see it already answered below!

Why Can’t You Use Regular Tiles?

The ink needs to react with a sublimation coating in order to be permanent. It is a chemical reaction. The ink would just wipe right off of a regular tile, which is why you need to use a tile designed for sublimation.

Why Can’t You Use Regular Copy Paper?

Since we are using heat to make our coasters, you need to use copy paper that is rated for use in a laser printer so it can handle the heat.

Can You Reuse the Heat Tape?

Yes, you can!

How Long Should I Let The Coaster Cool?

I would let them cool for about 15 – 20 minutes because the coaster will be extremely hot after you use the EasyPress.

Can I Add Something To The Bottom Of The Coasters?

Yes, you can! If you don’t want the coasters sliding around on your table, you can add felt circles to the bottom.

I Am New To Infusible Ink And Submilation. Do You Have Any Resources To Help Me Get Started?

Yes, I do! If you are new to Infusible Ink and Submilation, check out the resources below to learn more about each topic!

• How to Use Cricut Infusible Ink the Right Way
• Sublimation for Beginners: Your Guide to Getting Started
• The One Sublimation Course You Need!
• How to Prevent Dull Sublimation for Vibrant Results
• How to Fix Lines in Sublimation Prints
• What Sublimation Pads and Pillows Do You Need?

5 More Infusible Ink Crafts

Do you love these Infusible Ink coasters, and are looking for more Infusible Ink crafts? Then check out the projects below!

• DIY Makeup Bag with Cricut Infusible Ink
• Distressed Infusible Ink Shirt How-To Tutorial
• DIY Mouse Pad with Cricut Infusible Ink
• Make Your Own Koozie with a Cricut
• Cricut Infusible Ink Watercolor Coasters