How to Sublimate then Bleach a Shirt! Tie-Dye Technique!

[@EmmasCottage]

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[@haylx0]

I love this !! Now tell me more about the one in the background!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I’m IN LOVE!

[@EmmasCottage]

I actually have a few orders to fulfill, I'll record how I make that shirt today and post sometime this week!

[@danabferg5763]

@@EmmasCottage Do you have a video on the one on the mannequin yet? Binge watching Emma's Cottage today..You are such an inspiration!

[@EmmasCottage]

@@danabferg5763 thanks so much for watching! I show how I created that look in this tutorial. kzbin.info/www/bejne/n6qken-fgNFrnKs

[@ReneeHarris2018]

I have shared your videos to a friend who is deaf. She has asked a few other creators to turn on closed caption but no luck. Thank you for using that feature

[@EmmasCottage]

Of course! I have no idea why other creators won’t do it? I understand that sometimes it doesn’t translate exactly what I say but it’s close enough. Thanks for watching and sharing with your friend!

[@haraydascustomprints5171]

Just did my first one and i never been more happy customizing a shirt. It looks amazing thank you...

[@EmmasCottage]

Great to hear! Thanks for sharing!

[@danabferg5763]

Best shirt ever...I need one..

[@EmmasCottage]

Thank you! I think it turned out pretty cute!

[@tancynunez2410]

That’s the coolest shirt!!!! Wow awesome

[@EmmasCottage]

Thank you so much! I've got another idea for one like this that I will be trying this spring! Stay tuned!

[@theharbinger9400]

I know I’m late to the game but I love this tutorial! You did a great job explaining to us newbies how to get that shattered look. Your shirt was AWESOME!!! Thank you!!!!!!

[@shavonnem3397]

I just started following today and I have sat here for 3 hours watching videos. I absolutely love your way of teaching. Definitely going to be sharing

[@shavonnem3397]

And that painting ♥️ I want to wear it on my shirt

[@EmmasCottage]

Welcome aboard! Thanks for watching!

[@EmmasCottage]

I sell the image in my Etsy shop!

[@russphelps5837]

That was flippin' Awesome....

[@EmmasCottage]

Thanks Russ! This was one of my favorite shirts to make!

[@paulwalker8551]

brilliant project done the results are waw time used is unreal just for a T-Shirt

[@EmmasCottage]

Thank you!

[@eileenmuccillo8047]

That’s fantastic! I just love watching your videos! You instruct us so easily to understand! And your painting is awesome! You are so talented

[@EmmasCottage]

Thank you Eileen, I’m glad you enjoyed it!

[@reneepeters7469]

Love your design ideas! Thank you for sharing ❤

[@EmmasCottage]

Glad you like them! Thanks for watching!

[@donnatexasred4527]

He is fabulous! I’m stalking you to purchase his image. Halloween is one of my top favorite holidays.

[@EmmasCottage]

Mine too! Thanks so much!

[@wecraftnz]

Thank you Emma for sharing these great tips. I look forward to trying it out. Yay.

[@EmmasCottage]

You are so welcome! I can't wait to see what you create!

[@planningreelalaska4121]

I am soooo impressed with your shirts! Thank you for your awesome tutorials!

[@EmmasCottage]

Glad you like them! Thanks for watching!

[@nieceehill5352]

You are awesome. Thank you for sharing. Your video is thorough and easy to understand. I worked along with you on my laptop and never once did I get lost or confused. Easy to follow along and understand. Great job!!!!!

[@EmmasCottage]

Thank you for sharing your feedback! I’m happy to hear that it helped you! I can’t wait to see what you create!

[@amberdean458]

Let me start off by saying that your videos are a blessing to me. Iv learned so much. I watch them religiously, and on repeat.. Do you have any videos on how to work cricket design space?

[@EmmasCottage]

I do, but they are older. I haven’t had time to make videos lately with my full time job. Look through my videos label Cricut projects, but keep in mind a lot has changed. Thanks so much for supporting my channel.

[@jenmarie03]

Oh. My. God. How AMAZING! You are creative & a VERY good teacher! Thank you SO much. I just tried my 1st bleached shirt last night & while it isn't great, I think it's good for a 1st. I'm def joining your fb group!

[@EmmasCottage]

You are so welcome! Very excited for you and your first shirt!

[@allisonbowdon9466]

Love it Emma

[@EmmasCottage]

Thanks so much Allison!

[@allisonbowdon9466]

You’re welcome mam

[@athomewithjenny]

That turned out awesome!

[@EmmasCottage]

Thank you!

[@tanekadavis6633]

Super cute ☺️ great instructions

[@EmmasCottage]

Thank you! I’m glad you enjoyed it!

[@WalesNoH]

You look so frickin' happy! 💗

[@EmmasCottage]

Thank you!

[@angiewright7192]

What heat press do you have mine is awful shopping for new one. Ty

[@EmmasCottage]

I use the Mint StarCraft 15" x 15" Clam shell from My Craft Source. Here is the link, use "Emmascottage" for 5% off. mycraftsource.com/starcraft-15-x-15-clam-shell-heat-press-mint.html/?partner=238074 I earn credits when people purchase products using my links, this helps support this channel to bring more content! Thanks for the support!

[@TheJaki]

Awesome video!! Thanks for sharing!

[@EmmasCottage]

Thanks for watching!

[@dileniahernandez6418]

Nice I love all you t shirt, I will love to see a Visio how to take it a pic of the paint

[@EmmasCottage]

I will be sure to make a quick tutorial on how to take a picture/scan art with an iPhone soon!

[@oldhipichk]

love this!

[@EmmasCottage]

Thank you Terri!

[@pamnicholson8420]

I love it!! your tutorials are THE BEST!!! Thank you for sharing

[@EmmasCottage]

Thanks for watching!

[@hairandnailsbysheena7171]

Great video. I learnt a lot. Thanks

[@EmmasCottage]

Thanks for watching!

[@leviteapparel]

🔥Cool design 🔥

[@EmmasCottage]

Glad you like it! Of course I love it, but that's because I painted and designed it. I never know what everyone is going to think, LOL

[@mattiebyrd505]

I love this ❤️🔥

[@EmmasCottage]

Thank you!

[@donnastout5562]

I loved this! Thank you for sharing

[@EmmasCottage]

Thanks for watching!

[@theresahernblom1819]

Love Love Love your work...Your awesome to watch. .I'm learning so much from you...Thank you Emma

[@EmmasCottage]

You are so welcome Theresa! Thanks for being a valued subscriber!

[@normaflores-kret1534]

Great job!!

[@EmmasCottage]

Thanks!

[@rodginarbdesignz9283]

Love love it.....

[@EmmasCottage]

Thank you!

[@jackieirvin8278]

Love it

[@EmmasCottage]

Thank you!

[@visifoketi7730]

You are doing a beautiful job and inspiring to try it out. Love it. thank you.

[@EmmasCottage]

You are so welcome!

[@georgialewis7645]

Such Awesomeness!! Love it

[@LorraineCastellon-Rowe]

Oh my lanta!! 😁 That shirt looks amazing!!! I L💚VE your Frankenstein!! You are a true artist!! Thank you so very much for the step by step instructions. I've been trying to figure them out since I saw your design. This technique is so amazing!! Thank you again for everything!!! 👻💀👽💚👻💀👽💚👻💀👽💚

[@EmmasCottage]

You are so welcome! Thanks for always commenting and being one of my biggest supporters! I truly appreciate you!

[@LorraineCastellon-Rowe]

@@EmmasCottage Awe honey. You're so very welcome. I sincerely appreciate all you do for us and love everything you do!! 🌼🌻🌼🌻🌼🌻🌼

[@simplelifeofsusan]

I have been binging your videos. They are so incredibly helpful!!! There are 3 techniques that I am planning on trying this weekend. 🤞 I really appreciate you sharing your knowledge! ❤️ I joined your FB group also!

[@EmmasCottage]

You’ll do great! Let yourself make some mistakes, laugh about it and try again! Can’t wait to see what you create!

[@maureenpisciotta3649]

l Love it!! Sell this...my husband would love it...

[@EmmasCottage]

Thanks for the reminder. I totally forgot to list this one. I’ll try and list it tonight. I’m out of my office today.

[@michelleharris3516]

What are the best black shirts to use for bleaching and sublimation?

[@EmmasCottage]

The only one I have found is the 67000 Pitch Black Mist, but it’s a lower Polyester count so the image won’t be as vibrant.

[@bwilkins14]

I'm curious about the snip tool u used to save your image to you desktop

[@EmmasCottage]

I have a snipping tool option within my computer, or I also can use the snipping tool within Microsoft word. I use this tool in almost all my videos where I show how I create and design in Cricut Design Space.

[@sandramcmillan-cato8646]

Just found you and really enjoyed your video, I have a question I use a mac can you tell me a bit more about snippet you used on cricut which I also have to make image larger and then copying it thank you

[@EmmasCottage]

Thanks for watching Sandra! I just searched your question and this is what I found. 1- Press the CMD + SHIFT + 4 simultaneously until a small bull's eye appears on the screen. 2- Click the top-left corner of the area you need to screenshot using your mouse or touchpad. 3- Hold and drag the cursor to mark the entire area you need to screenshot. 4- Release the mouse to capture the image. I hope this helps!

[@gailm8462]

I loved your video, great job👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@EmmasCottage]

Thank you Gail! 🤗

[@MrsRia79]

Great idea! What brand/# white shirt are you wearing in this video?

[@EmmasCottage]

Thank you so much! The shirt I was where is a Gilden 420 Shirt. www.jiffyshirts.com/gildan-G420.html?ac=White#

[@raulcorona2895]

Your work is very beautiful, but how do you transfer the green paper to the shirt? 😮

[@EmmasCottage]

The green paper is an image printed with sublimation ink, onto sublimation paper. Then using the heat press the sublimation ink activates and transfers to the shirt.

[@shelleyparker2498]

OMG I love it!! You amaze me. I live in Dallas, Oregon so not to far from you. It has been so hot this summer, crazy. Have a great day! 🤗

[@EmmasCottage]

Hi Shelley! It has been so hot! Thanks for watching and supporting my channel!

[@handmadebyjacqui]

Thank you - I love this, I can’t wait to give it a try 😊

[@EmmasCottage]

Have fun! I can't wait to see what you create!

[@sarahtanner9795]

great video! one question..I had that big "square" you had on your pillow, on one of my shirts after using the heat press. If I use blowout paper on top of the sublimation print, that will stop it? thanks

[@EmmasCottage]

If you accidentally sublimated your matt or pressing pillow you can cover it with butcher or parchment paper to protect from getting that image on the next substrate.

[@raulcorona2895]

What paint, paper and printer do you use for how it worked when you sprayed the chlorine

[@EmmasCottage]

My printers are an Epson 15000 and 2760. I use Starcraft Sublimation paper. In this tutorial I didn't use paint, maybe you meant ink? I love Cosmo's ink.

[@sassyTK41517]

Absolutely love, love, love everything about this shirt and techniques!! Even the "on-the-fly" ones. Isn't that what "FREE" art is all about? Originality. Btw, do you have a tutorial on the Hocus Pocus shirt on your Mani?

[@EmmasCottage]

I show how to do this shirt in this tutorial kzbin.info/www/bejne/n6qken-fgNFrnKs speed up to 16:00

[@adrianhall5852]

That looks awesome. What kind of shirts do you use for sublimation?

[@EmmasCottage]

My favorite shirts to bleach and sublimate are the Gilden 64000 Brand. All the Heather colors are 65% Poly, 35% Cotton

[@bonniejames141]

Awesome video! If you have a Sam's club near by you can purchase a very large roll of butcher paper. Is that a heather charcoal shirt? I am having an issue with what shirts bleach.

[@EmmasCottage]

Thanks! It’s a Gilden Heather Navy. It bleaches great!

[@ericapiotrowski4069]

Hi there! How did you make the hocus Pocus multi colored in the background of this video. I love it!

[@EmmasCottage]

I teach how to make that shirt on this tutorial kzbin.info/www/bejne/n6qken-fgNFrnKs fast forward to 16:00 minutes.

[@creinachandler655]

I’m new to sublimation but your videos are great!!! I have just made my first tumbler and also have the plus sign in the middle of my image when I copied it from DS to word. How do I fix this? Same thing that happened on your snowflake mug. Thanks!!

[@EmmasCottage]

This happened because you had your image selected within Design Space. Click off your design, then take your screen shot. Does this make sense?

[@eileenmuccillo8047]

You should list your painting so we can buy the image and use it too. Great tor Halloween shirts!!

[@EmmasCottage]

I’m not sure how to, I’ll have to learn how to list digital images to sell. Thanks for your interest!

[@EmmasCottage]

I just listed my image in my Etsy shop if you're interested! www.etsy.com/listing/1058877654/frankenstein-water-color-png-sublimation?ref=shop_home_active_1

[@eileenmuccillo8047]

@@EmmasCottage I just bought it thanks!

[@EmmasCottage]

@@eileenmuccillo8047 thank you so much! I can’t wait to see what you create! It’s my first digital sell so please let me know if anything goes wrong!

[@eileenmuccillo8047]

@@EmmasCottage I checked out fine on Etsy but I didn’t get the link yet

[@janetperkins1175]

Hello your shirt looks awesome love how you explained the process. I like how you came up with your own sub image but got lost when you went to using snipping tool. I use DS and have a Mac is the snipping tool in the paid subscription of DS? Thank you

[@EmmasCottage]

My computer has a snipping tool that I use, I also use the Microsoft word insert image tool. You can find out how I do this at the end of this tutorial kzbin.info/www/bejne/n4O6fHutq85nh9k

[@nancyruiz5164]

Thank you for sharing your great ideas. Could you tell me what the rule of thumb is for sizing the image, exsample a small shirt vs a large shirt?

[@EmmasCottage]

Thanks so much for watching! Try Google searching how to size images on a shirt, that is how I first started. Now, I size based on the image and how prominent I want it to look.

[@blondeone508]

Love it! Is that a Gildan shirt?

[@EmmasCottage]

Yes! Gilden 64000 Heather Navy

[@blondeone508]

@@EmmasCottage thank you!

[@jennifergarza8083]

I noticed at the end when you were sublimating the monster onto the shirt that you didn't have a piece of paper between the layers of the shirt. Is this something that needs to happen or does the ink not bleed through?

[@EmmasCottage]

I typically only use a sheet in between when I’m sublimating on lighter colors. My darker shirts like this don’t bleed through.

[@gamma4471]

Love this can you tell me what t shirts you use and where you buy them? TIA

[@EmmasCottage]

My favorite website to purchase T-shirts is Clothingshoponline.com For bleaching and sublimating I use the Gilden 64000 brand. Only the colors that have Heather before the name of the color work since those are 65% Poly / 35% Cotton.

[@Designsby2e]

Hi Emma! Did you end up making a tutorial showing how to take a picture from your phone to sublimation paper with good quality intact? Thank you for another great tutorial! ❤🇦🇺

[@EmmasCottage]

Not yet! I'll add it to my docket of tutorials to plan.

[@Designsby2e]

@@EmmasCottage thank you 😊 I’ll keep an eye out.

[@donnamixon6850]

I may have missed it but what shirt did you use?

[@EmmasCottage]

This was a Gilden Heather Navy. I’ve heard Gilden has changed this shirt and it may mo longer bleach though.

[@sharonmurdocktes1861]

I ordered a bleached blank off etsy and a transfer too. I did it with the heatpress and did notice some browning of the "white" center square blank. Can you explain more about the peroxide and what to use, how to use, etc. again?

[@EmmasCottage]

Sure thing. After you press, if you notice scorching you spray a light mist of hydrogen peroxide on the effected area. You then lower your press about an inch above your design for a few seconds to help evaporate the peroxide. This removes the scorch marks. You can also spray and then lay in the sun, or spray and throw in the dryer.

[@mimi52of3]

Do you let the shirt dry after using the peroxide, or do you wash it while still wet? I’ve had so many failed shirts, I’m not sure if it’s to hot and the bleach dries to fast, or the bleach has eaten the shirt 🤦🏻‍♀️

[@EmmasCottage]

I wash it just as soon as it is the color I want it to be. It doesn't need to be dry. I only spray peroxide to slow down the bleaching if I need to. I had wash with dawn dish soap before I throw it in the wash.

[@nathan22ds]

What type of shirt are you using? My blacks/greys arent coming out that white when bleaching

[@EmmasCottage]

This is a Gilden 64000 in Heather Navy.

[@christinablair1978]

What brand/color shirt did you use?

[@EmmasCottage]

Gilden 64000 in Heather Navy

[@tracybarnes2531]

We’re do you get the snipping tool

[@EmmasCottage]

I have a Microsoft Windows computer, I just click on the search bar and type in snipping tool.

[@angelamckinleyangiesmateri8779]

Have you tried pre pressing the shirt scrunched and then applying the design so you know it's going to shape how you like it?

[@EmmasCottage]

No I have not tried that before.

[@Tinapdrz1]

How do you get your colors so vibrant I did mine and my colors never show up

[@EmmasCottage]

Make sure you have the correct temperature , time and pressure. Practice on polyester fabric until you find what is best for you and your press.

[@letabrandeberry2936]

OMG I LOVE YOUR SHIRTS. DO YOU DO SPECIAL ORDERS. THE SHIRT YOUR WEARING IN THIS VID IS FRICKIN AMAZING!!! I WANT 1 BUT WITH A DIFFERENT DESIGN. IS THAT SOMETHING YOU WOULD DO?

[@EmmasCottage]

As long as it’s not a copyright image I’d be happy to make you something custom, you can message me through my Etsy shop with what design you’re thinking of. Or you can watch the tutorial of me making the shirt and you can make one yourself.

[@elizabethserra951]

HI EMMA I LOVE THE WAY YOU TEACH. I HAVE A QUESTION FOR YOU SUBLIMATING AN IMAGE AFTER BLEACHING A SHIRT. WHY AFTER I FINISHED PRESSING THE IMAGE ON THE WHITE AREA WHY DID IT TURN YELLOW? WHAT DID I DO WRONG?

[@EmmasCottage]

Thanks for watching Elizabeth! You did nothing wrong, this is called scorching and it is completely normal. All you need to do is spray a mist of hydrogen peroxide on that section of the shirt and then either let it sit in the sun, throw it in a warm dryer, or hover your heat press over it (without touching) for about 5-10 seconds.

[@elizabethserra951]

Thank you, I forgot that step. But I washed it right away and it came off. Thank you so much I appreciate you responding to my question.

[@danabferg5763]

Hey Emma, I want to purchase the Frankenstein PNG image. Is there any way to purchase since your shop is closed? Thanks

[@EmmasCottage]

I just opened it back up, thanks for your support!

[@danabferg5763]

@@EmmasCottage praise the Lord!!!

[@lisachamberlain5621]

do you use a gel bleach?

[@EmmasCottage]

Nope just regular Clorox bleach.

[@tchalantapparel9043]

@@EmmasCottage I noticed you didn't add water to the bleach, most videos i see they do 50% water and 50% bleach, does using straight bleach work better,? I been having a hard time bleach black shirts and getting the bleached part to turn more white, it's always a rust color not matter how long I leave the bleach on

[@EmmasCottage]

@@tchalantapparel9043 I hardly ever dilute my bleach. If I was working on 20+ shirts I might to slow it down but I typically only bleach less than 10 shirts at a time so I want my bleach to be strong to work quickly!

[@eileenmuccillo8047]

Which gulden shirt did you use?

[@EmmasCottage]

This is a Gilden 64000 in Heather Navy. It is 65% Poly / 35% Cotton.

[@Sherryb88]

Hi Emma Amazing job on the videos. The tutorials have helped me so much. I went to your Etsy shop to purchase the Frankenstein digital file and saw some t shirts you have with Leatherface and Michael Meyers etc. Would mind saying where you purchased those files from?

[@EmmasCottage]

I'm so glad you like my videos! To be completely honest I do not recall who I purchased the screen prints from, it was a Destash Group on Facebook, she only had a few left and was trying to get rid of them before Halloween.

[@deenawhitehurst3962]

where do you get your shirts ?

[@EmmasCottage]

Mostly clothingshoponline.com

[@CreateJoyDesigns]

I have a question. Was there a reason why you didn’t do the Frankenstein image in the front first, then the the sublimation tie dyed then the bleaching ?

[@EmmasCottage]

Great question! Yes, it is very important to do that image last when doing this method. If you do that image first when you scrunch up the shirt the heat from the press will reactivate the sublimation ink and you will get ghosting all over your shirt from the main image.

[@CreateJoyDesigns]

@@EmmasCottage Thank you. You are a great teacher!

[@valeriecee3770]

Sorry for asking a dumb question but I noticed you brought up the wrinkles on the shirt. Are we not suppose to iron the shirts after subbing?

[@EmmasCottage]

This is not a dumb question. Adding heat to sublimation ink results in the ink coming back up onto your iron, that is why I always use blowout paper to protect my heat element on my press. If you iron it afterward you should use a piece of butcher paper or non-waxed parchment paper between your iron and the shirt.

[@valeriecee3770]

@@EmmasCottage thank you, so should I write on the care cards not to iron their shirts?

[@EmmasCottage]

@@valeriecee3770 yes, my care cards say do not iron image.

[@lfecustom9474]

great video1 not sue if you mention what % poly mix was the shirt made of?

[@EmmasCottage]

This is a Gilden 64000 in Heather Navy. It is 65% Poly / 35% Cotton. Thanks for watching!

[@downtowncitylove]

Hi! Wow am i glad i found your page! You explain stuff so easily :) i did have two questions: i just purchased brown butcher paper and i noticed yours was white, do you think that color difference matters? And secondly when you mentioned a teflon sheet, is that similar to parchment paper? Thank you for any advice!! ❤️

[@EmmasCottage]

Hello Lacy, thanks for watching! Yes, you can use butcher paper for Sublimation Printing but it must be white and unwaxed. This is what I found on Google about Teflon; Teflon will last longer, however teflon tends to have fibers going through the sheets that can impart a texture to the print. Parchment or kraft paper will tend to produce a smoother finish, though on some materials Teflon can produce a shinier finish

[@vhere01]

What type of shirt is it?

[@EmmasCottage]

This was a Gilden 6400 in Heather Navy

[@nottelling4205]

If you happen to read this how much does your Teflon sheet reduce your heat?

[@EmmasCottage]

I’m not sure how much it reduces my heat. I use it to protect my heat plate.

[@nottelling4205]

@@EmmasCottage I was just curious. I protect mine with new butcher paper each time. In any event thanks for the answer

[@Yourfavkennn]

What exact shirt are you using?! I believe in another video you said 80% poly required. The Gildan g640 is not that high of a poly count. What brand and “model number” shirt are you using?!

[@EmmasCottage]

Gilden 64000 in the Heather colors. They are 65% poly / 35% cotton

[@eileenmuccillo5278]

No matter how hard I try I can’t get the heat and bond to keep my image on. It falls off in the wash every time 😩

[@EmmasCottage]

I'm so sorry this is happening to you. Are you using the Ultra Hold? Mine have held up fine.

[@eileenmuccillo8047]

@@EmmasCottage yes. I’m going to try again tho

[@nottelling4205]

Now that is a shirt I would buy but, to be honest, it is more work than I would be willing to do

[@EmmasCottage]

It’s a lot of work, not for everyone, but it was fun to make myself one!

[@nottelling4205]

@@EmmasCottage would you be so kind as to provide a link to that cutter you use? I'm using ruler and a box cutter and by edges are sometimes not square.

[@عائلةشوشو-ع9ش]

I wanna work with you

[@EmmasCottage]

Thanks for watching!

[@idareyoutolove]

Very time consuming 🥺

[@EmmasCottage]

It can be! Bleaching and sublimating shirts do take time but most good things take time :)

[@vettahood4990]

I love it!

[@EmmasCottage]

Thank you!

[@thermansuzette7295]

Love it!

[@EmmasCottage]

Thanks!!