Cricut announced a NEW PRODUCT – the Cricut mug press! It uses Cricut’s Infusible Ink technology and their blank mugs to create microwave and dishwasher safe mugs. How does Cricut’s Mug Press work? What does that mean for us Canadians?? When will it be available and HOW can we get this cool new product here? Read below for ALL of the details.
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Cricut Mug Press Highlights:
Is the mug press available in Canada?
It is available to buy from Cricut Canada’s website as of March 11, 2021, as well as various stores like Michaels, walmart and on Amazon.ca!
What does it Do?
It uses Cricut’s infusible ink on specialty designed sublimation mugs to make safe to drink from, dishwasher safe, peel proof, microwavable safe custom mugs!!
What is Cricut’s Infusible Ink?
Infusible Ink is a form of sublimation which turns dye into a gas that adheres to the surface you are dying. The surface is prepped with a special coating to allow for the sublimation process to take place. So you will need to use Cricut’s blank mugs (or appropriately sized sublimation mugs) This process allows for peel proof, dishwasher safe and microwavable safe custom mugs.
How do I find out more information?
The Cricut Canadian Mug Press information page goes into all of the details on how the Cricut mug press works!
How much does the Cricut Mug Press cost?
How much does the Cricut Mug Press cost?
- Cricut recently launched a Canadian version of their website allowing you to view all the products in CAD currency taking some of the guess work out of the pricing of their products when factoring in the exchange rate.
- The price for the Cricut Mug Press is $279 CAD for just the machine and $310-350 CAD for the Cricut Mug press bundles when buying from Cricut’s Canadian website
- Amazon.ca also carries the Cricut mug press and often times for a fairly competitive price! Just remember to factor in any bundle or Access discounts! (Pro tip! The Mug Press and the Cricut Easy Press are the two items on Amazon.ca that are sometimes cheaper than from Cricut Directly)
- Don’t forget!! If you have Cricut Access that you get a discount of 10% when buying machines! If you don’t have it this is a great time to sign up (Not sure if Cricut Access if right for you? This blog post details the benefits of Cricut Access so you can decide if it is worth it for you)
How much are the Cricut Mug Press materials (Mugs & Infusible Ink)?
- The materials to make the mugs would be $1-$5 per mug depending on what size you get and if you buy in bulk or not. In addition to that you would need to buy the infusible ink sheets/pens (you can use ones you have or the ones designed for the mugs).
What Materials do I need for the Cricut Mug Press?
Cricut Mugs:
Cricut Mug Press has three sizes of mugs available, 10oz mug, 12oz mug & 15oz mug. Here is a full breakdown:
- 10 oz mug: These mugs are stackable and they are $20/4pkg.
- 12 oz mug: These mugs are available in a package of 2 for ($10), 6 for ($28), and 36 for ($105).
- 15oz mug: These are available in a package of 2 for ($12), 6 for ($35) and 36 for ($140)
- However they FREQUENTLY go on sale and you can pair it with a Cricut discount code and your Cricut access for an additional 10% for regular and 20% for premium
Cricut Infusible Ink:
Cricut Infusible Ink: The designs on the mug are made by using Cricut’s Infusible Ink which can be cut using any of Cricut’s cutting machines. They have a smaller size infusible ink sheets for the mugs but you are absolutely able to use the full size sheets if you already have them as they will be cut down using a mug template in Design space. You can also use the Infusible Ink pens to create your own design (such as having your kids drawings transferred to a mug which is perfect for a grandparent gift!!)
Don’t forget!! If you have Cricut Access that you get a 10% for regular and 20% for Premium discount when buying materials! If you don’t have it this is a great time to sign up (Not sure if Cricut Access if right for you? This blog post details the benefits of Cricut Access so you can decide if it is worth it for you)
Where can I buy the Cricut Mug Press?
It is available on the Canadian Cricut website, Amazon.ca, Michaels (and some US stores like Target and Joann’s). I have gone into detail on the pro’s and con’s of buying it from each these places, including where to find the best deals so if you want to read more about Buying a Cricut in Canada check out our blog post.
NOTE: If you are buying from the Cricut website BEFORE you check out make sure you are on the Canada site or it will not let you check out.
It had been quite a bit of time since Cricut had come out with a new product so this announcement of a the new Cricut Mug Press is quite exciting. Being able to create custom mugs in different sizes to change out for different seasons/holidays or to give as gifts will be such a great addition to an already full craft rooms! We are SO excited to test out this Cricut Mug Press and dive more into the Infusible Ink process. Especially some of the fun mirroring projects where you make two mugs with one sheet of infusible ink by using the negative! After making tshirts with my kids drawing I think I will try out the Infusible Ink pens and have them draw some pictures that I can transfer onto some mugs. What will be the first mug you are going to make with the new Cricut Mug Press?
Happy Mug making!!!
Jo
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