Cricut machine setup

My friend decided to make a personalized birthday gift for her dad—a custom cap. She had used vinyl decals and mugs before, but this was her first time working with the Cricut Hat Press. She thought it would be pretty straightforward. She cut her design, placed it on the cap, and started pressing without using the  Cricut Heat app , a hat form, or preheating the material. She was frustrated and ready to give up, thinking she had wasted a good blank hat. But the problem wasn’t the machine; it was a lack of setup guidance. If this sounds familiar, don’t worry. You’re in the right place. In this blog, I’ll walk you through  how to use Cricut Hat Press  right away—from setup to pressing—so you can avoid beginner mistakes and get clean, professional-looking results every time. Whether you’re making hats for gifts, your Etsy shop, or just for fun, this guide will make sure your first press is a success. Let’s get started! Tools and Supplies Required for Your Pr...