How to Get Perfect Tumbler Seams - UPDATED!

Tired of that pesky seam line on your tumblers!! Watch this video on how to get perfect seam lines EVERY time!
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[@emjay7590]

I have some 105 A-Sub but was recently told to go from 120 to 125 for tumblers. But I’ll try anything. But as a semi-newb trying to get past this issue it was really frustrating that you didn’t show the seam as you taped. I want to know if you overlap at all or if you try to cut it perfect enough that the edges but up together.

[@vikki92411]

I am so happy I came across this video. I wondered if the paper weight had any bearing on the seam! Yours came out perfect. Thank you

[@72sidekick]

I usually use 120g but just ordered 105g so my fingers are crossed. I have 2 pinch perfect and love them.

[@JD-72191]

I am newer to sublimating tumblers and mugs. I ordered A-sub paper 105 just because it seemed like a happy medium between the most expensive 125 weight and the economy version. My mugs and tumblers have all turned out well. No complaints. I haven’t tried 125 but I don’t feel the need to and it’s more expensive

[@kristiem9398]

Thank you so much for this video! What a difference. Just ordered 105g sublimation paper. Can’t wait to try it!

[@elevated-apparel]

TexPrint DT Is 105gsm and is used for Hard and soft substrates. you use 120gsm for heavy ink release

[@sunnybunny222]

hi. i just came across this video. what do you mean by heavy ink release? do you mean something like black or dark colors? or does it have a different usage? thanks so much.

[@paperpoppy5365]

Thanks for sharing I did order one in hopes it will help make the tumblers look even better. I just started sublimating.

[@RVincents]

Hi Amy.. May I ask what paper settings you use. I have this paper but using my 125 and 123 GSM paper settings makes then paper too wet. Should I use plain paper and maybe use high instead of best quality...or lower my print density?

[@sunnybunny222]

They look awesome. the color is beautiful and your seam is great. what do you do for the top and bottom edges to not have the uneven white part? thanks,

[@janettagagnon3245]

Why do you think the lighter weight works better?

[@noulanaulls6537]

Great. What size do you cut your tumbler prints (20oz skinny)

[@samanthawhite3500]

Absolutely beautiful!

[@starrmmc9381]

❤ Big difference in the paper weight, I notice you didn't tape around the top or bottom edges before pressing, is taping around absolutely necessary? I'm a newbie and need expert advice

[@joshshaw3284]

Looks great with the light aweosme

[@peytonmills9774]

what dimensions do you print with to get the seam to line up

[@MrSulrac]

I'm new to this but after seeing the clip I just ordered lighter weight. I be back to give you your praise if this works.

[@BENVY]

How is it?

[@Uncleboxey]

How do you avoid ghosting at the top and bottom ?

[@QianaLJones]

I have 105g paper. Definitely going to try this on the next tumbler I make.

[@amycreates1075]

Let me know how it works for you! Its all I've been using to make tumblers for my Christmas orders this year!

[@joycep5237]

I've also seen a 80 gm sublimation paper - I wonder how that would be. Is there such a thing as too light?

[@MA-ts9qt]

Wow! Thank you for this. I haven’t started sublimating yet and this is great to know! Also what is the pinch perfect tool and do you have a link for it?

[@aprilmost]

I use higher number paper, and didn’t use pinch perfect, have a perfect seam.

[@ireneguerra6143]

Hi Amy, Thanks for sharing this video. What size tumblers are you using and what size is that pinch perfect? Is it the standard size?

[@priscillacampbell7130]

What tape r u using? U r not using much I like that!

[@amycreates1075]

My tape is from Heat Press Nation. I've used some others and didn't have much success but this one has worked well for me so I've stuck with it.

[@BeastNoVA24s]

Going to try this paper, bought the pinch perfect and does not work threw it away. I'm guessing when 2 solid colors meet like black on black most of the times you will get a seam line.

[@amycreates1075]

I'm sorry the Pinch Perfect didn't work for you...I think you're right- the darker colors (like black) are just hard in general with seam lines but I do think this helps...but thats just my opinion.

[@Motherguz]

This is a great tutorial. Thanks. Question: You barely taped it. Everyone else tapes the heck out of it. Can this be true?

[@amycreates1075]

Yep! I NEVER tape mine a lot. What you see me do in the video is my normal routine. Saves so much tape this way!

[@emjay7590]

@@amycreates1075And you had a huge gap on the top of your tumbler press. Mine is tightened to it meets at top the. Backed off a bit. Before and after you rotated your tumbler we could see a gap between the paper and the tumbler along the edge of the cup. I can’t understand how it successfully transferred without under-processed imagery. This is my first time to your videos. I hope I’ll find a newer update addressing some of those same areas.

[@swood674]

What printer are you using? I have the Sawgrass 500 and the ink is gel based so I need the heavier paper for a better ink release. I will try the Pinch Perfect and see if that helps.

[@amycreates1075]

I have the SG400 but so far the 105g paper has been working much better for me personally.

[@tiffanyjoslin8493]

what size do you print your photos at? because everytime i print mine, it always has a white line either on top or bottom

[@amycreates1075]

Same- i just trim those off. My usual design size is 9.3x8.2inches in photoshop and I print off at that size and then just trim the white off and it will wrap around at the right size.

[@FamuChic28]

Do you overlap your paper at all?

[@amycreates1075]

I do overlap a very small part. Typically about a quarter inch of overlap.

[@opengodsword]

Do you tape the rim and bottom?

[@amycreates1075]

I have a couple of times but I normally do not tape the top or bottom. I do the one line down like in the video and that has worked very well for me so far. 😊

[@JUMA7891]

Yes but it’s a difference

[@kimberlysmith5504]

what size do you make it to print it?

[@amycreates1075]

Mine are 9.3x8.2 inches in photoshop when I design them and then I print them at that same size. There is some excess white around the edges but I just trim that off and the design will wrap around at the right size.

[@christ14us]

I ruined 7 tumblers tonight dark red color and wonder if the paper would help it comes in today.

[@amycreates1075]

Please let me know how it works for you!

[@christ14us]

@@amycreates1075 it didn’t work for that design still leaving white seam lines

[@amycreates1075]

@@christ14us no! I’m sorry! It worked so well for me I was hoping that would be your fix/answer too.

[@kimberlylucier4778]

You don't tape top and bottom?

[@amycreates1075]

No I don’t. I have tried it before but I prefer not to tape the top and the bottom and that has worked well for me so far.

[@lovinglanguages1]

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