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Siser Glitter, Twinkle and Sparkle HTV... What's the difference?
14 June 2022
Siser Glitter, Twinkle and Sparkle HTV ... What's the difference?
With so many glittery options now available, how do you choose the right one for your project? We’ve put together all the information to help you choose!Visual Differences
Siser Glitter Heat Transfer Vinyl is a thicker material with a textured, almost sandy, feel when applied.
It cannot be layered on top of – but you can use it on top of other types of HTV like PS Easyweed.
Glitter has one of the largest colour options in the catalogue: it comes in 48 vibrant colours.
Another great feature of Glitter is that you can sublimate on 2 colours: White/Rainbow White! This feature is unique to the Glitter and cannot be done with Sparkle or Twinkle.
It is Oeko-Tex certified. This means they are safe to use for children’s clothing.
Siser Sparkle Heat Transfer Vinyl is the thinnest glitter material available. When applied, it is super smooth to the touch because the glittery flakes are embedded in the material.
Sparkle is very special because it can be layered on top of – just like EasyWeed!
We also LOVE the Sparkle Clear Glitter: you can use this colour to give Easyweed a totally different look by layering it over your favourite colour or adding it as an accent in certain areas.
Siser Twinkle Heat Transfer Vinyl falls somewhere in between the two other options but with a unique feature.
The glitter flakes inside the product have reflective properties; when the lights hit the material, you’re going to see the smooth silicone finish pop.
Twinkle is not as thin as Sparkle, but not as thick as Glitter. It cannot be layered, but like the Glitter, it can only be used as a top layer.
Technical Differences
Glitter | Sparkle | Twinkle | |
Surface | Textured | Smooth | Smooth |
Thickness | 350µm | 120µm | 235µm |
Colour Options | 48 | 14 | 12 |
Layering | Only as top layer | Yes | Only as top layer |
Iron Application | Cotton Setting 15+ 10 sec | Cotton Setting 15+ 10 sec | Cotton Setting 15+ 10 sec |
Heat Press Application | 160°C Med Pressure 15 sec | 150°C Med Pressure 15 sec | 150°C Med Pressure 15 sec |
Peel | Hot/Cold | Hot/Cold | Cold |
Wash | Up to 40°C | Up to 60°C | Up to 40°C |
Tumble Dry | Yes | Yes | Yes |