Vinyl weeding is the process of removing the excess vinyl material from a vinyl design after it has been cut with a vinyl cutter. This is typically done with a tool called a weeder, which is a small, pointed tool that is used to lift and remove the excess vinyl from the backing paper.
Here are the steps for vinyl weeding:
Cut your vinyl design using a vinyl cutter and transfer tape.
Peel the excess vinyl away from the transfer tape, leaving only the cut design on the tape.
Place the vinyl design onto a flat surface and use the weeder to lift and remove the excess vinyl from the backing paper.
Pay close attention to small details and corners, as these can be more difficult to weed.
Once you have removed all of the excess vinyl, your design should be ready to be transferred to your desired surface.
Vinyl weeding can be a time-consuming process, especially for designs with a lot of small details or intricate shapes. However, it is an important step in the vinyl cutting process, as it allows you to create clean, precise designs that are free of excess material.
