The invention relates to a method for applying colour graphics (5) to the sole plate of an iron (2), in particular a steam iron (3). According to the invention, at least one transfer with colour graphics (5) is applied to at least one area of the surface (1) of the sole plate of the iron (2) and is heated therewith (2). The at least one transfer is made from enamel power which contains at least one colouring agent.