Crafting Love: Personalizing Your Valentine's Day with a DIY Heart Cherry Starbucks Cup
With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, what better way to express your affection than by adding a personal touch to your daily coffee routine? Picture yourself enjoying your favorite Starbucks beverage from a cup adorned with delightful hearts and sweet cherries – a craft that not only celebrates love but also makes for a unique and thoughtful gift. In this blog post, we’ll embark on a delightful journey together to create a Valentine’s Heart Cherry Starbucks Cup. So, gather your materials, and let’s dive into the creative process of crafting a cup that will warm both your hands and hearts!
You will need:
- Vinyl cutter + Cutting software
- Adhesive Vinyl
- Transfer Tape
- SVG cutting file (Download the file [here])
- Starbucks cold cup
- Scissors
- Weeding Tool
- Squeegee
Step 1: Prepare your vinyl cutter.
Ensure that your cutter is set up with the correct settings for cutting adhesive vinyl, and the blade is appropriately installed.
Step 2: Import the cutting file into the software.
Download and unzip your cutting file, then import your chosen design into the software. Use the SVG file for Cricut and the DXF file for Silhouette Studio. For guidance on file compatibility, click here. If you encounter issues with Cricut Design Space, learn how to resolve them here.
Step 3: Cut the design.
As the heart cherry design consists of two layers, cut each layer from a different colored piece of vinyl to achieve the desired results.
Step 4: Weed the design.
Carefully remove excess vinyl around the design, leaving only the desired part on the backing paper. Squeegee the vinyl down before weeding to keep smaller pieces in place.
Step 5: Apply transfer tape.
Place the tape over the heart layer, squeegee, peel away the backing paper, and align it with the ‘stems’ layer.
Step 6: Align the design with the cup.
Cut slits into the transfer tape for easier application around the cup. Ensure the cup is clean and dry before placing the design.
Step 7: Secure the design.
Use the squeegee to make the vinyl adhere to the cup, then carefully peel away the transfer tape.
Step 8: Enjoy your creation!
Whether it’s for personal use, gifting, or selling, savor the fruits of your labor with your beautifully crafted cup.
Now that you’ve successfully crafted your Heart Cherry Starbucks Cup, revel in the joy of your personalized creation. Whether you keep it for yourself, share it with a loved one, or even turn it into a unique gift, this handmade cup is a testament to the warmth and creativity you’ve poured into the season of love. Cheers to a Valentine’s Day filled with heartfelt gestures and delightful sips! [Download the SVG cutting file here]
