Here’s What Most People Don’t Know About Sublimation

[@allijmccoy]

I’m not doing sublimation or even HTV, yet, but this video is by far the BEST, with the MOST helpful information!! Also, even after watching hours of these kinds of videos, you brought up the inks shelf life, which no one else has ever mentioned!! Just wanted to say thank you so much for your advice, knowledge, and I appreciate that you covered it all!! So so helpful!! 🥰🌸💕🦋

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

So glad it was helpful! You're welcome!

[@DeeCSells]

I have been doing sublimation for at least 17 years. I would recommend if you are starting out go ahead and do 11x17. You'll have no problem doing shirts that way. Epson id definitely the way to go. The cost of ink has come way down the last couple of years.

[@furbabyblessings]

What printer do you use?

[@sylviaharrison692]

Do you design for sublimation on DS?

[@MsDstarr]

Do you any epson ET 11x17 printer recommendations?

[@medemamarble8982]

You are thorough and your communication skills are phenomenal. I rarely watch YT learning channels because some of the comm skills are difficult for me, even though they have good content. I learn a LOT from your vids because your channel is thorough, thank you!

[@anitamilner9048]

Appreciate all of the information provided. Thought it was a slam dunk that I would add that to my repertoire, but now I am more carefully considering it!

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

Thank you for watching!

[@JenCrowley19]

It seems intimidating but do your research and it’s becomes more easy than vinyl. I do tumblers and shirts now. I get a little bummed when I have to use vinyl now 😂. Like Tanner said in a different video, if you can learn your cricut - you can learn sublimation. So happy to see MGL teaching sublimation. I’ve missed them, I learned everything I needed for my cricut with them.

[@peanutbird0426]

If you get into it, I would suggest getting a printer that prints at least 13x19. Hate my sawgrass 500. Don't get sawgrass, the ink is stupidly expensive. It will not cover a full page. Meaning you don't actually get an 8.5x11 print. It will print up to 8.5x14 in, but not cover a whole page.

[@peanutbird0426]

And if you have a cricut, you probably won't hardly use it anymore! I don't!

[@malissastreeter5670]

Thanks Tanner. You answered all of the questions I had about whether to dive in to sublimation

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

You're always welcome!😀

[@DeeCSells]

Grosgain ribbon, satin ribbon, wristlet keychains, tumblers, shoe strings, mouse pads, koozies, pop sockets, socks(even from the dollar tree), metal signs, trophy plates

[@katyeske7996]

Great informative video for everyone Tanner! You hit so many great points on sublimation!

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

Woohoo! Glad you enjoyed it!😊

[@kelseybarrow1472]

Sublimation videos please! I need to learn more about it before I decide to take the plunge. Thanks Tanner!

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

You're welcome!😊

[@deadreau1941]

I did two different size puzzles for Christmas! It was a major hit and I got so many orders. I just didn't price them properly. Lesson learned but word of mouth was amazing!

[@crashq8784]

I bought one of the newer Epson EcoTank printers for sublimation - doesn't have a problem handling the sublimation process. Great vid.

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

Thank you for watching!

[@MakingwithMarilyn]

I love doing sublimation projects and look forward to your future videos!!!

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

Thank you for watching!

[@kristilovett6481]

Thanks for the info. I had planned on buying a printer and everything to do sublimation but I don’t have a business (nor do I plan on selling) so the 6 month shelf life of the ink told me I shouldn’t spend the money. Thank you for helping me decide what to do.

[@one_smol_duck]

Ohhh, I didn't know the ink had a 6 month shelf life. That's valuable information! Thanks for the video

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

You are so welcome!

[@michaelmcgann4499]

I am so excited to get started with this. I am on information overload on makers gonna learn. Sooo much good information here

[@BoogiesMaMoo]

Just opened a Sawgrass sublimation printer and a heat press!

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

Enjoy!

[@Wolflikeone]

I have had great success with 100% cotton with sublimation prints they look amazing

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

Glad to know that!

[@furbabyblessings]

Have you washed them tho? Unless you used some kind of poly spray the ink washes out of cotton

[@mpatriciacasillas]

So excited that you are doing this. I just got my supplies and want to start creating. I have been a member since the beginning and want to learn more! Love this membership and thankful for your teachings! Yahoo!

[@rori65]

Looking into doing sublimation...you definitely covered some great points. Thank you!!!

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

Any time!

[@angelabroome2835]

Thank you for the video, have more to think about. Now deciding if I should go ahead or not

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

You're so welcome!

[@MrGargoylz]

Sublimation is amazing and there is an overwhelming number of things you can sublimate. The WF7710 and WF7720 printers can actually print 13x19, not just 11x17. I have the WF7720 and love it!

[@terrybingham9524]

What brand are they?

[@lindasapp5726]

This was very informative I learn a lot about using sublimation blanks and ink usage

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

Glad it was helpful!

[@karenstout2232]

I so enjoy your videos on sublimation! I would love for you to do more! Will you offer sublimation prints for sale?

[@LelouchxSuzakufan]

Amazon has amazing sublimation blanks. I have a lot of earring ideas w/ little keychain blanks.

[@reneebrown5747]

I’m definitely wanting to do sublimination. I love making mugs and want to give this a try. Then try shirts and other things. Great tips.

[@mariasmith34]

When converting a printer make sure you have not put printer ink in the printer. If you have search youtube for videos showing you how to flush the printer ink out of the printer. Sublimation ink and printer ink do not work well together. Karley Hall has a good video on converting an ink jet printer to sublimation.

[@annrice1483]

More sublimation please! And thank you!

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

Sure!!!

[@DebadooCreates]

I'm very interested in doing sublimation mostly for shirts, but Other things also. This is strictly for personal gift giving etc. My issue is I'm with you I want darker colored shirts. I've got black shirts that I purchased that appeared to be sublimation printed. I've been under the impression that professional sublimation printers put down a layer of white 1st and then put down their colors. Isn't there a way for us to do that? Or would white simply blend into the color of the shirt and not stand out?

[@JohnBlessed5]

There are new methods to sublimate on dark or cotton material shirts, you have to do some research

[@DebadooCreates]

@@JohnBlessed5 thank you, yes I'm aware of them now. It's been a long time since I posted that, so hadn't seen much at that time. But thank you for taking the time. 🙂

[@marthaclark9522]

You are outstanding! Thanks I need anything more you have to share. It’s great to have questions that are available. I will be sublimating in about 60 days! So just learning….

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@juliegayson7947]

Hi, thank you for doing this course am so excited. I have started my business on a market stall, however I have issues that stop me taking it to the next level. so here I am to learn my mistakes.. can't wait .

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

You can do it!

[@juliegayson7947]

@@MakersGonnaLearn thanks

[@MadeByTriniLena]

I joined Makers Gonna Learn Sublimation. Tanner’s live on all the info was amazing. I’ll be ordering the Epson EcoTank 4740 for 11x17 prints, so excited to see the difference between HTV shirts & Sublimation 🔥🙌🏽

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

Yay!

[@sheryl3462]

I have been wanting to do sublimation for a almost a year, just got a smaller epson ecotank only does letter size or legal paper size. I don't have a large heatpress only a 9x9 cricut press. Have not yet purchased the sub ink or anything yet, just got the printer a week ago. But now after hearing the 6 month issue with ink I'm a little worried now. I am almost positive I won't be using that much ink that quick. Now wondering if I should get into it or not😞

[@hsepulveda1]

Let's do some sublimation videos. I have an epson that I have turned into a sublimation printer but I have not made anything as of yet. :)

[@pamcollins5194]

Thats me!!

[@bubblee6296]

THANK YOU FOR YOUR INSPIRATION :)

[@sandeebond4514]

So...''What is the ''shelf life'' of a preprinted sublimation print?" i have made ''mistakes'' but hopefully to use them later. like I may use them to ''motified them'' and if I can "store" them as ''good to go items" for the near future.."how would I store them?..I now only have them in a ''folder"..TY

[@laceyjohns9669]

I wish I would have read a bit moRe but man I been having fun. Screen printing next. Love your videos

[@hsepulveda1]

Thanks for the informative video!

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

You're so welcome!🙂

[@brendacurry4071]

Do you think MGL will be adding sublimation designs to the gallery as a membership benefit and for non-members to purchase? And yes....plenty more sublimation videos, most especially which programs to use for the designs and the best printer settings. Thanks MGL for always keeping up with the times, you guys totally rock!

[@jenb.8091]

If you taught a course on Photoshop or photo illustrator I would so pay for it!!!

[@jajimenezfamily]

Same!

[@pattishelton3169]

I would like to see more sublimation videos please. And some designs too! 💕

[@NYGlamgirl6]

Great video! I'm new to all of this. Just got my Maker, HTV and HD StarCraft vinyl, and waiting for a heat press. I think I need to master these things first before I go into sublimation. Don't you agree?

[@gracege4986]

If you taught a course on Fujian Xinhong Heat Press Machine we would like to pay for it!!!

[@kariejennings7642]

thank you for the info ... was very helpful ;0)

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

Glad it was helpful!😀👍

[@perilousbeautii]

thank you so much!!

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

You're welcome!🙂

[@Im.a.Whosoever]

Sooo.. I watch every MGL video so not sure how this one slipped thru the cracks lol I hadn't seen this one before. I came across it researching about sublimation. I have a question, when u do transform a printer into a sublimation printer, is that permanent? As in, can you turn it back into a regular printer, assuming you get all the sublimation ink out of the printer? I was just curious, my husband recently bought me the epson and although I am SUPER EXCITED, I cant help but fear that I won't do enough projects to get my money's worth out of the printer (& ink) transforming it into a sublimation printer ..Also, do u have to use "sublimation paper" ? Can u use regular ink jet paper? Any advice or clarification is greatly appreciated! Thanks so much MGL for the videos and great tutorials on everything.

[@darlahpotechin1668]

you can get mugs at sublimation vendors for 2 dollars a piece in canada with color inside, handle, color changing etc so not much difference here with mugs. These are quality mugs too.

[@minniegogo]

With a 6 mo. shelf life, can you print designs and use them for a later time?

[@JohnBlessed5]

I think 6 months is not bad if you are printing in a business

[@angelquade2590]

Just an FYI, Epson makes a sublimation printer and its less expensive to buy then a regular epson printer you have to convert and buy ink for, plus you don't void your warranty! I love mine!!

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

Thanks for sharing!

[@sushmahmath9963]

Which model is it? Can you please share the model number?

[@angelquade2590]

@@sushmahmath9963 Epson SureColor F170 Dye-Sublimation Printer

[@RH1116]

Thank you for all the good info. Especially the ink shelf life. I've been watching a lot of videos bc I've been concerned about this. None of the videos I've seen mention this at all. My question would be if you don't use the ink in that time span, I know you said we'd have to replace that but how and will not using it clog anything up (which is something Epson's are known for if not used regularly)? Thanks!

[@JohnBlessed5]

Not just Epson I think must inkjet printers are like this

[@Wolflikeone]

I don’t know about your Epson printer but I bought a 7840 Epson printer it would do 13 x 19“ but I could not get any of the sublimation ink cartridges to be recognized by the Epson printer I don’t know if you have problems like that or not just an FYI

[@sassybriana5263]

Is it more advisable to invest in a sublimation printer than a cricut maker?

[@patriciawalker8330]

Been researching this and they make sublimation paper for dark materials also there’s a spray for sublimation cotton materials

[@ashleyharris2702]

I know you said that after 6 months the ink is no good so what do you recommend the easiest way to replace it?

[@judybarrett2697]

Silhouette Cameo Pro can print and cute up to 24”. Ever been to scared to open and get started on sublimation?

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

Well sublimation ins't about your machine it's about your printer :)

[@HeatherHunterJ]

For those that are doing true sublimation are you experiencing any respiratory or allergy concerns?

[@mrsmcphate]

Thank you for this in depth video. I was considering buying the printer, converting, etc etc. After watching this, as you said, I don't think this is for me. Thank you for saving me a LOT of money!! LOL!

[@aleidracurry1298]

Love 💕 sublimation 😂

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

Woohoo!

[@marjoriecramer9102]

Thanks for this video. I just got my Epson and haven't had time to set it up. Can you use wood blanks to sub on? I wanted to do some signs, maybe paint with acrylic paint first?

[@waymakersfun-time3930]

Yes, however it's a learning curve. It requires extra foundation prep of the wood with a polyester plastic sheet before printing.

[@waymakersfun-time3930]

You can treat a cotton shirt to sublimate on. There are several products on the market, one I tried is Dyepress PolyTplus.

[@waymakersfun-time3930]

I like MGM videos, I own cricut cutter and some sublimation equipment. Looking forward to more of your video.

[@CristinaRiveraBeauty]

I'm new to Cricut so forgive my ignorance...but does this mean that vinyl and HTV will peel up over time? After watching this video, I'm feeling like if I make and sell shirts with anything but sublimation, I'm not selling good quality. Am I wrong? (Please let me be wrong 🙏). I'm open to comments from anyone with experience. I'm binge watching videos from MGL and others and am taking notes from those with more experience than me. Thanks so much!

[@furbabyblessings]

Use PU vinyl only. It is thin and last longer. Once I learned this I've never had the peeling problem

[@CristinaRiveraBeauty]

@@furbabyblessings thank you so much!!

[@brandiehammond]

@@furbabyblessings Is there any good brands of PU vinyl that is really good to use that I can find on Amazon?

[@furbabyblessings]

Siser is the best but their are others. Just search PU vinyl and make sure it says PU in the description

[@brandiehammond]

@@furbabyblessings great, thank you

[@SuperPrincess236]

if my picture i want to use the people in the picture has on white clothing will it print onto the cup

[@minitorestrepo7233]

I think I will love sublimation because there is no limitation of different colors together.

[@lauramaner3623]

Heard that you could use A Siser product to sublimate on darker colors. Not sure if it is transfer paper or what.

[@lilybecerra2035]

Ty!!

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

You're welcome!

[@minitorestrepo7233]

I love your videos.

[@hernandezlexi90]

Can y’all do a video on sublimation on 100% cotton?

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

We do have some fun hacks coming up on that!!

[@holyfreeholy2329]

Epson eco tank saves you so much on ink.

[@aprilgerni773]

I am very much into more sublimation videos

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

Happy to hear that!

[@anniee001]

Do you have to seal a sublimated tumbler?

[@Kissazz0073]

Are vinyl mugs dishwasher safe?

[@shannaschueller]

I'm not sure which mugs you are finding that are $10 each, I can get a 15 ounce mug from my local craft store for $4. I looked at ordering cricut mugs from cricut and can get some of theirs for somewhere over $2 each for the smaller ones (I didn't price the 15 oz mugs). My local craft store has so many different types of sublimation blanks at reasonable prices. I've even been able to find polyester tote bags at Michaels (not the craft store I've been taking about) for $1.99 each. You just have to shop around. 😉

[@christinpage9801]

What craft store do you shop at?

[@shannaschueller]

@@christinpage9801 it's a local place in Louisiana called Bayou Art Co-op, it's not a chain or anything so it's only here.

[@JohnBlessed5]

I'm thinking twice about sublimation because it cannot go onto cotton or dark fibre unless you use certain new methods which are either too expensive or not fully proven to work.

[@Im.a.Whosoever]

Thanks for all the great videos Tanner, but I'm still so confused on how you know if it can be converted or not? I see lots of different printers, but what should it say or what should I look for so to speak that will let me know its compatible or not? Anyone feel free to leave your fav printers or the ones you would reccomend...Thanks!

[@ShayNYC]

I don’t have a sublimation printer yet but I have been doing A LOT of research. You can simply type in, printers that can be converted to sublimation on the internet or KZbin and plenty will come up. I have found it very helpful and put my mind more at ease. Hopefully this helps a bit🤞🏼

[@Im.a.Whosoever]

@@ShayNYC Ok thank you!

[@brendacurry4071]

I converted an Epson ET2720, it was very simple straight out of the box. I ordered ink that had the proper nozzles for installing the inks so that I would not have to deal with drawing the ink into a syringe from the bottle and injecting into the printers tank, and viola it was ready to go. A couple tips no matter what you buy: Buy new not used- I have read that you will never be able to get all of the inkjet ink out of the tanks and so you will have problems with the sublimation ink saturating correctly. I can't think of anything else on printers...but remember as in all things new to us KZbin is your best friend!!!!

[@Im.a.Whosoever]

@@brendacurry4071 thank you. Very helpful

[@brendacurry4071]

@@Im.a.Whosoever also The Epson 2720 is pretty reasonable in cost, however Michaels Crafts does sell a Sawgrass Sublimation Printer, it takes cartridges, it is not an Eco Tank however.

[@holyfreeholy2329]

I think if you have a 9x9 heat press the ink jet is fine and if you have bigger then yeah sublimate.

[@nunyabizness56]

Your sublimation is also only as good as your substrate. Don't try subbing on any fabric less than 65% polyester. I have tried cotton/poly blends with Sub spray. It just isn't the same. And, it WILL fade when used with poly/cotton blends. The ink doesn't hold as well, and fades after a couple of washes.

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

Thanks for the suggestions!

[@holyfreeholy2329]

Siublimation has no limit. From a design and lasting. But you are limited to light color shirts only? I cant find anything that lets me sublimate on black… my customer and my style is black t shirts since it is less stain obvious.

[@Wolflikeone]

An SVG is a Scalable Vector (Graphic) Image not Scalable Vector Image

[@yehudahweisz]

Don’t convert printers… Buy an Epson F570 or F170… they’re made for sublimation

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

Cool suggestion! Thanks!

[@casellamickles844]

Can you just buy a sublimation printer without converting it?

[@alide1553]

Also, it should be stated that once you convert your Epson printer, your warranty is NULL and VOID.

[@jbswift1189]

That depends on the situation. I had a printer the had a piece of pa for stuck in it. Epson's CS troubleshooting didn't work. They sent me a refurbished one in 2 days, no ink questions asked. I threw the broken one away.

[@jimmortlock7186]

@@jbswift1189 Hopefully you recycled it and didn't throw it away.

[@christenabladel1622]

Can’t you just buy a sublimation printer?

[@paolazaragoza671]

If you’re down to drop thousands of dollars on one sure 😂

[@gidaniels8386]

Good info, it's not for me at this time.

[@orgasmatopia]

Thank you for pointing out the enviro issues... like Cricut waste it seems there isn't much that is enviro for crafters.

[@MakersGonnaLearn]

You're welcome!