How to Do Sublimation on Glass Cutting Boards

Sublimating on glass cutting boards is not only easy it's a really fast! 

These custom cutting boards can be customized in so many different ways which makes them super popular with crafters and small businesses.  Follow along for the step by step on how to do sublimation on glass cutting boards. 

How to Prevent Sublimation from Bleeding Through Shirts

Don't let sublimation bleed through or unwanted ink transfer ruin your project or your heat press! 

In this post, we share a super simple tip for preventing sublimation ink from bleeding through your projects.

How to Design for Tapered Tumblers in Silhouette Studio (Conical Warp Guide)

Did you ever design a tumbler wrap in Silhouette Studio where the text looks great - perfectly straight, nicely spaced, centered on your design - then you sublimation print and the text is slightly curved? Or if you printed some type of circle it's now somewhat oblong?

You didn't do anything wrong.  A tapered tumbler isn't a cylinder - it's a cone. And when a flat design is wrapped around a cone it gets slightly warped so you need to compensate for that in the design program. That's what Silhouette Studio's conical warp tool fixes.

Epson F570 Won't Print: Fixing a Clogged Nozzle

Are you having trouble with your Epson F570 not printing correctly? This is usually caused by clogged nozzles, and it's a very common issue with sublimation printers. 

The good news is that it's an easy fix - especially on an Epson F570 sublimation printer In this tutorial, I'll walk you through the exact steps to get your printer back up and running.

How to Add Glitter to Sublimation Tumblers (No Epoxy Needed!)

A few weeks ago I shared a few skinny tumblers I had been working on...and immediately the questions on how to add glitter to sublimation tumblers started pouring in. 

I'm sure there's some way to add actual glitter to skinny tumblers, but you guys...the illusion of glitter is even better and FAR faster and easier! That's the beauty of sublimation - the results are high resolution, bright, and vibrant. 

The Trick to Sublimating "On" Dark Shirts and Cotton

Sublimation has a rule that trips up a lot of crafters: it only works on light-colored, high-polyester fabrics. 

With that said - if you have a one-off cotton or dark shirt, you don't have to take sublimation completely off the table. There's a workaround, and it produces results that look really good.

But first, it helps to understand why the limitation with sublimation exists in the first place.

Using Silhouette Studio for Sublimation? Turn Off the Cut Lines ASAP!

If you are using Silhouette Studio for sublimation printing (great idea by the way) there's one crucial step you should take with every single design you work on. 

This ONE simple step can save you SO much frustration and time and make the software perform so much better!

How to Perfectly Sublimate a Stainless Steel Tumbler with a Tumbler Press

Knowing how to sublimate a stainless steel tumbler can require a lot of trial and error which can get expensive and time consuming. 

But today I'm sharing a few tricks so you can perfectly sublimate tumblers with a tumbler press meaning no ghosting and colors that pop - including deep black!

Brother Sublimation Printer Ink vs Sawgrass Printer Ink Cost Comparison

If you're in the market for a sublimation printer—whether for crafting or your small business—one of the most important factors to consider isn't just the initial price of the printer. It's the ongoing cost of sublimation ink. 

It's a hidden cost that usually doesn't get noticed..until it's too late when you've already invested money into the printer and time learning it. 

But I'm getting real - breaking down the real numbers behind sublimation ink costs, comparing the new Brother SP1 sublimation printer with the Sawgrass SG500 and SG1000.

Sublimate on Cotton Using White Glitter HTV

Sublimation is great for colorful designs that would otherwise require a lot of cutting and layering - but it's not great on cotton or darks.  

There are a few work-arounds to sublimate on cotton - my favorite being using white glitter heat transfer vinyl!  This Silhouette tutorial will take you from start to finish so you can get a vibrant and sparkly sublimation  design on any fabric in just a few steps. 

How to Sublimate a Doormat Like a Pro (When You're a Newbie)

If you've been wanting to make custom doormats but thought sublimating something that THICK was too complicated...it's not! 

Sublimating a doormat is actually so much easier than you think. The key is using a little cardboard trick and pressing in sections. Let me show you exactly how to do it!

5 Ways to Use Distressed Designs with Silhouette to Avoid Weeding

You don't need to shy away from distressed designs just because you don't want to weed them.

I have few tricks my sleeve for avoiding weeding distressed and grunge designs and today I'm going to share them with you!

Sublimation vs White Toner Transfers for T Shirts: Pros and Cons of Each

When it comes to making full color t shirt transfers there are a few different ways you can do it - it all depends on the equipment you have and the t shirt itself. 

Let's take a look at the differences between sublimation vs white toner transfers and the pros and cons of each when it comes to making t-shirts specifically. 

How to Use Sublimation Sticker Paper with Silhouette CAMEO or Portrait

Have you heard of sublimation stickers? You're basically sublimating onto sticker paper then printing and cutting.  

The process seems  is long and involved...and I'm not a patient person, but I picked up a pack of HTVRont Sublimation Sticker sheets from Amazon to give it a try. Read on to learn how to make sublimation stickers which are bright, vibrant, and waterproof. 

Silhouette Studio for Sublimation: Free Software for Epson and Sawgrass

Silhouette Studio can be used for Sublimation printing for not only designing, but also print layout. 

You don't even need a Silhouette cutting machine to use Silhouette Studio for Sublimation! Just download Silhouette Studio free. 

This tutorial will explain how to use Silhouette Studio for sublimation. 

How to Make Your Own Custom Sublimation Tissue Paper

If you're looking for a fun and creative way to add an extra touch of personalization to gifts, look no further! Sublimation on tissue paper is a great way to make any gift stand out.

In this blog post, we'll teach you the basics of sublimation and how you can take your gift giving to the next level with this process. From prepping the tissue paper to pressing it with your favorite designs, we'll get you up and running so that you can start sublimating in no time!

How to Do All Over 20 Oz Skinny Tumbler Sublimation in Mug Press!

You can sublimate a 20 oz skinny tumbler in a mug press...and get amazing results IF you know a few  secrets. 

Contrary to popular belief you do not need a convection oven to do a full wrap sublimation on a 20 oz tumbler! 

How to Sublimate Frosted Glass Tumblers with a Mug Press

If you're wondering "Can I sublimate on frosted glass?" the answer is yes...but. 

It's possible to do sublimation on frosted glass tumblers, as long as they are sublimation ready tumblers and you have the right equipment, time, and temperature.  This sublimation tutorial will walk you through step by step how to sublimate a frosted glass tumbler for the best results.

What Materials Can You Actually Sublimate On? Beginners Guide

You guys! One of the most common questions I get about sublimation is "can I sublimate on [insert random material here]?" The answer isn't always straightforward, so I've put together this beginners guide to sublimation blanks to help you understand exactly what materials work with sublimation and which ones don't! 

 

Here's the thing about sublimation: It's NOT like heat transfer vinyl that can go on practically any type of fabric. Sublimation has very specific requirements for the materials it works with. Understanding these requirements will save you SO much time, money, and frustration!

Roland BT-12 Direct to Garment (DTG) Printer vs Sublimation Printing

Sublimation has become very popular with Silhouette crafters for the ease of use, ability to use the same designs as Silhouette Studio, and stunning vibrant colors. 

The biggest drawback to sublimation is you can only sublimate onto blanks with a poly coating, and in the case of apparel, polyester.  For some small t-shirt businesses that leaves a pretty big void without being able to apply to cotton shirts. Sublimation's cousin, Direct to Garment or DTG, fills that gap with the ability to print directly onto cotton or textile products with at least 50% cotton.