Transfer stickers are the best. Totally rad designs, super vibrant color, and no backing—they scream excitement and beg to be seen. You can create an understated and elegant design at the same time, perfect for advertising your side hustle on your vehicle or business.
Now, how to make your own transfer stickers?
What Are Transfer Stickers?
Transfer stickers have three individual layers to a sticker that, when stuck together, act as a design or lettering. The three layers to a transfer sticker:
- Paper that protects the sticker
- The actual vinyl sticker
- A protective backing
Why are Transfer Stickers Different?
Transfer stickers from StickerYou are different because they have no backing applied to the surface. Only the individual vinyl pieces remain, creating a pretty awesome piece once the decal has been carefully placed on the desired texture and peeled away.
Materials and Equipment Needed
In order to make your stickers, you will need vinyl decal transfer paper. Depending on the magnitude of your product, you can buy it by the sheet or the roll. It comes in an endless number of colors.
You can probably get by without a vinyl cutter to make just a few transfer stickers, but if you want to start a small business or do more significant projects, you will want to invest in a high-quality vinyl cutter. The money you spend now will save you later.
How to Make Your Own Transfer Stickers in 5 Steps
Step 1: Create a design. A unique aspect of designing transfer stickers is ensuring your parts are big enough. You should be able to fit a .08mm circle into the solid parts.
Step 2: Print the design. We recommend practicing with a practice print on a plain piece of paper.
Step 3: Remove the protective paper and extra vinyl.
Step 4: Stick to the desired surface. Take care when placing the sticker, and be patient! Start with one corner and move across the backing slowly to the other side. Use a credit card or other thin, flat piece to smooth out all bubbles.
Step 5: Remove the backing and enjoy your transfer sticker.
Awesome Uses for Transfer Stickers
In addition to your traditional uses like car window stickers and advertising your business, you can also:
- Brand some corporate swag.
- Company logo.
- Make custom mugs and cups for business or pleasure.
- Place small transfer stickers on employee phones to identify ownership and brand your
