![]() Sublimation uses a special ink from dye-sublimation printers that can then be transferred to another object with a compatible coating. ![]() We heat the ink to a gaseous state, which soaks into our object, then cools back down into a solid state to create a permanent design. It’s called sublimation because we are changing the form, but not the essence, in the process. Here is a colorful T-shirt made with the dye sublimation process ( see the full tutorial on this exact shirt here): So in the crafting world, sublimation refers to DYE sublimation which is a print and transfer method that can duplicate a high quality and full color design. So… what exactly is sublimation and how does it work? Sublimation guide, such as my Sublimation Cookbook with one-page “recipes” for more than 150 sublimation projects, complete with all the times, temperatures, and pressures for ALL the sublimation projects.Sublimation designs, such as designs #385 and 388 – My free sublimation designs (available in my free resource library -get the password at the bottom of this post).Sublimation tools, such as a tape measure, heat-resistant tape, tweezers, and/or heat-resistant gloves. ![]() Protective materials, such as white cardstock (to protect mat) and white butcher paper (to protect platten).Sublimation materials and blanks, such as 100% Polyester Fabrics (great for testing and learning), coated coffee mugs, polyester garden Flags, MDF painted white with spray paint and then laminated, plus SO MUCH MORE (see list below). ![]() Heat source, such as a Cricut AutoPress, Cricut EasyPress 2 or 3, Cricut Hat Press, Cricut Mug Press, traditional heat press or tumbler press - you can even use a convection oven or air fryer for things like tumblers and mugs.Sublimation paper, such as A-Sub paper or TruePix sublimation paper.Sublimation ink such as Sawgrass sublimation Ink, Epson sublimation Ink, Hiipoo sublimation ink, Cosmos sublimation ink, or Printers Jack Ink (note: If you have an Epson Workforce printer, you also need empty refillable cartridges).Dye Sublimation printers, such as a Sawgrass SG500, Epson SureColor F170, or an Epson EcoTank.View my Amazon shopping list with the exact items I use for sublimation!
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