Sublimation for Beginners: Printers, Ink, Paper, and EVERYTHING You Need to Get Started!

Sublimation is a really fun and useful crafting technique that creates vibrant, full-color objects, such as shirts, mugs, tumblers, signs, and so much more. Today I want to take sublimation a step further and tell you how you can print your own custom sublimation transfers to make more beautiful things for your home décor and family... or even start a small business selling custom sublimation items that everyone has to have!

So now I know you're wondering ... "Jennifer, how does dye sublimation work? What things can I use it for? And what can I put it on? And how do I get started already?" I have answers here in my ultimate guide to getting started with dye sublimation for beginners!

Topics covered in this Sublimation for Beginners video:
0:00 - Introducing sublimation
1:22 - What is sublimation?
5:36 - Sublimation printers
7:09 - Sublimation ink
8:28 - Sublimation paper
9:17 - Sublimation heat presses and ovens
10:51 - Protective covers and gloves
12:06 - Sublimation blanks
13:00 - Sublimation projects
14:30 - How to sublimate onto cotton and dark surfaces
15:59 - Sublimation designs
18:17 - Sublimation Startup
18:50 - Sublimation Group

MATERIALS LIST (contains my affiliate links):


SUBLIMATION PRINTERS:

SUBLIMATION INK:

SUBLIMATION PAPER:

SUBLIMATION HEAT SOURCES:

SUBLIMATION MATERIALS AND BLANKS:
* White Polyester T-Shirts and Colored Polyester/Cotton Shirts — look for polyester count of at least 65% or higher
* Satin ribbons - Print dimensions: .8 inch wide 
* Sublimation coasters, white polyester and rubber, - Print dimensions: 4" circle
* Mason jar tumblers, 17 oz. white stainless steel - Print dimensions: 3.4" tall by 17.8" wide 
* Glitter sublimation tumblers, 20 oz. insulated stainless steel skinny - Print dimensions: 8.07" tall by x 8.89" wide 
* Mousepads - Print dimensions: 7.9" tall by 9.6" wide
* Keychains, squares, hearts, circles, rectangles
* Kitchen towels - Print dimensions: 15" tall by 26" wide
* Flour sack towels - Print dimensions: 28" tall by 28" wide
* License plate blanks - Print dimensions 6" tall by 12" wide
* Sequin pillow covers - Print dimensions 18" tall. by 18" wide - sunflower
* Polyester door mats - Print dimensions 29.5" tall by 17" wide
* Throw Blankets - Print dimensions 7.9" tall by 9.8" wide (for each blank * spot on the 40" x 60" blanket)
* Jigsaw Puzzles - Print dimensions 7.5" tall by 9.8 inches wide
* Glitter iron-on vinyl (to transfer onto something cotton or something dark)

SUBLIMATION Protective materials
* white cardstock (to protect mat)
* white butcher paper (to protect platten)

SUBLIMATION TOOLS
* tape measure
* heat-resistant tape
* tweezers,
* heat-resistant gloves

SUBLIMATION DESIGNS

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Credits:
Introduction: PixelBytes (my child!)
Music: Cute by Bensound (licensed, royalty and copyright free)
Videography: Jennifer Marx on a Panasonic Lumix FZ-1000 DSLR 4K camera
Design: A Jennifer Maker original!

[XanBos]

I literally watched a huge amount of videos just to try and get the basics on sublimation printing. So far you are the only one who broke down all the things you need without a whole bunch of miscellaneous chatter that was not relevant to the video! Thank you for such a concise description of how to get started in sublimation printing! I now feel confident that I could do this with no major worries!

[Millsbritishx]

As a professional trainer this is one of the best presented videos I've seen in a long time, clear, concise and well laid out! don't change a thing!

[myriammcready]

Thank you for making sublimation understandable. You give such clear directions. You are the best!

[sarahmclain]

Thank you for presenting this information in a manner that is understandable and not overwhelming. These videos so far have been night and day from the other videos and even the courses that are costly to receive vague information with no links to actual products needed. I could go on and on!! You’re a gem!!

[robbinmiller]

I have learned so many things regarding crafting, Cricut and now Sublimation from you Jennifer. You are so easy to follow and you give just the right amount of information . Also, your related groups and additional info sights have been invaluable to me. Thank you for sharing your talents and putting me onto new adventures.

[samanthabrown]

You are the Martha Stewart of crafts. You are a wonderful teacher! Thank you for all your videos.

[quiltmaker]

Thank you Jennifer, I have steadily been purchasing all items needed for sublimation. Found the new sisler sub markers too. Now it’s fun time! Already had my heatpress

[catjohnson]

😊 Loved this intro, I am 66 and starting on a new avenue with my life, Jennifer Maker is my new teacher to teach me all the things I need to learn!! Yeowzaaaa

[WritePassionFaves]

I just converted a new Epson ET2800 for dye sublimation. I chose this printer for the price and resolution, which was better than some of the more expensive Epson ET printers. When I set it up, I discovered the colors were spot on, no adjustments needed. Im using Printer Jack’s ink and paper, and I’m loving the results! Before I got the printer, I bought a professional grade heat press at a garage sale, and it includes a mug press attachment, a hat attachment, and smaller round flats for other objects.

[angelabuckley]

This is amazing. Everything is explained perfectly. I’m going to go through step by step again and practice getting as perfect as yours. Thank you

[elizabethmidgett]

I can't wait to buy a sublimation printer and get started. 😀 I have used infusible ink and love, love, love it. You make crafting fun and easy. Thanks so much for being here.

[eccoromeo]

I would just like to thank you @Jennifer Maker for posting videos that are actually helpful. I've watched dozens of videos but none of them were as helpful as yours. You really helped me a lot. Thank you very much 🌼

[reneeforzese]

Thank you so much! I appreciate how much detail you put into everything we need to begin the sublimation journey! You are truly AMAZING!!

[deniseunknown]

Jennifer, you are so eloquent in your videos. You are so detailed & have such great videos. Why would I watch anything else?!? You are awesome. Thank you so much for making these videos.

[mm]

Jennifer, I can’t even accurately express my gratitude for your tireless hard work bringing us these videos that explain everything we need to know to take our projects to the next level! Your calm, upbeat nature, and your straightforward way of explaining everything, as well as your use of visuals for everything you talk about, is sooo appreciated! Thank you sooo much for all of your hard work! I am a lifelong fan! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[sarahcatania]

Jennifer, I stumbled across your videos a couple of days ago when I was looking for beginner's tutorials on using HTV. I have to say, I'm addicted, and I haven't started crafting yet! This video was awesome and you have a wonderful way of getting information across that is easy to understand and follow. Thank you. You're an amazing teacher!

[elizabethvallely]

Thank you Jennifer for another wonderful helpful video, as always you explain everything so clear and well! Thanking you for sharing with us all! Hugs Liz…

[nikkidian]

Wow! This video is a real gem of info! Very professional and well spoken. Thank you for making this video. You are so appreciated! 💙

[belladoll]

I love how you explain everything in detail and clearly. You have helped me so much. I thank you dearly for taking the time to make these videos!

[lynnbenge]

I just found you yesterday and oh my goodness I am so glad I did that awesome. Love all that you do thank you so much for being here for all of us. You are greatly appreciated.