☕️ How to Sublimate a Ceramic Mug with Masking Tape

[@DesignBundles]

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[@stephaniem2049]

Hi Becky! love your videos. I use masking tape for tumblers but I haven't tried sublimating a mug yet. For my tumblers I was still getting ghosting with shrink wrap and the masking tape, even though it takes a little more time, gave me great looking seams for tumblers. There is a little bit of sticky residue from the masking tape on the bottom and on the inside rim so I use a little bit of goo gone and dawn soap and it comes right off. Good tip about the butcher paper for the mugs! 400 degree for 15 minutes seems so long when I do tumblers for 350/5mins!

[@LoriL777]

I use masking tape for my tumblers also. Works great! The stick tape mess comes off with a small amout of peanut butter and a wash cloth.

[@laurasnapp2524]

Becky I love all your videos. You are so great at giving directions, great personality, you don't rush and pay attention to the details.

[@stephaniem2049]

I agree :)

[@HalfAssHomestead]

Silicone locking mug wraps aren't very expensive and will last a life time if taken care of. The little they do cost will save you lots of time in the long run. After all, time is money if you are doing these to sell. Another important thing here: Once you sublimate in any cooking device, it can no longer be used for food!

[@cMrob73]

Used the heat resistant tape today on my first ceramic cups and it left a stain on my cups and I am really disappointed. Trashed it and ordered clear tape. Three cups messed up. Trying to remove the yellow tape marks that is baked on. Oh yes, I used an air fryer.

[@bobslfcu773]

Just did a mug with masking tape, it came out perfect. Thank you for all the tips.

[@DesignBundles]

You're welcome! Glad we could help!

[@cassandrareed5959]

Sublimation is so beautiful and I have seen a lot of people use masking tape or painters tape.

[@alisonjordan1152]

Can you use a halogen healthy food oven the ones with the lid not door oven to sublimate. Iv only seen it done once and it worked but this is all I have to use for sublimation. As mugs are expensive before I used one just wanted to see if anyone out in the world had used one before, thanks

[@sarahgreen2295]

Do you always remove the butcher paper, sublimation paper and the rest when it is still hot? Or should you wait until it cools?

[@LoVelyFr]

Since you use an oven ... could the desing go all the way to the handle ???? Thank you for the video :) love the way you explain things :)

[@HalfAssHomestead]

You should always leave the area inside the handle free of the image, as that is the area you can never apply enough pressure to, regardless of what you are using to hold everything tight.

[@christinatopics2031]

I used the masking tape for a tumbler today and loved it.

[@lynnettemunger32]

I tried a mug in a toaster oven , set on convection, at 400 degrees for 14 minutes. The result was a partial image,. Do you know if that is due to it not having the shrink wrap tight enough, maybe? Or maybe not hot enough, or needs to bake longer?? Any ideas 💡?

[@cookiehofmann9026]

I really enjoy all your videos, Becky!

[@elisagattis9579]

Was wondering could you do sublimation on a coaster using this method?

[@easttexaslady4618]

Thanks for your video. I have a mug press I am starting to use, but when I tape my image onto my mug, using heat tape, it keeps leaving a light yellow line down my mug close to the handle. It doesn’t do it when I do a full wrap. How can I keep this from happening when I do one pictures on each side of the mug. Or one picture on one side and words on the other side? I am getting tired of wasting mugs. Also, it only leaves the yellow line on one side of the mug handle. HELP please!!!

[@HorrorDiva01]

Omg, I love your personality and your smile! So cheerful! I've just subscribed, thnx!

[@stephaniecobb2782]

if you are sublimating a 20 oz tumbler would you use spray adhesive on your image to help prevent ghosting?

[@DesignBundles]

You could, the spray adhesive is to provide a little more comfort that the image isn't moving.

[@dianecampbell1007]

Do you have to use special ink and a dedicated printer for this?

[@DesignBundles]

Hey Diane! Yes, sublimation requires a dedicated printer and ink. Here is a video we have to explain the sublimation process. Hope this helps! ---Becky kzbin.info/www/bejne/hKSanpSZfKZ-rbM

[@christfollower1029]

I use an older air fryer, does the same thing 😁

[@bettyahe2399]

Did you use the same process with the air fryer? How long and what temp, please

[@serenityinhim]

Yes I would love to know what temp and time as well! I actually have an extra air fryer handy! Thanks!

[@juliebrown1510]

What about the cricut mug press will that tape hold up?

[@DesignBundles]

Hi Julie! Cricut recommends not using making tape in the mug press. We wouldn't want to suggest anything that voids the warranty! - Dawn

[@bebemoon]

can you also try sublimating using air fryer?

[@DesignBundles]

Oh that's a great suggestion! Will add it to our content list!

[@EJcrafting]

I love how it came out, please I'm having issues on how to remove the stickiness of the masking tape, please can you help me out?

[@DesignBundles]

Hey there! After the mug is cool, you should be able to use any type of cleaner to remove any residual stickiness from the tape. If you happen to have any Goo Gone, I've heard that works well. Hope this helps! ---Becky

[@EJcrafting]

@@DesignBundles Thank you so much.

[@katerogers975]

I use a lint roller to remove the excess sticky stuff, works amazingly

[@EJcrafting]

@@katerogers975 sure to try it, thank you

[@LoriL777]

Peanut butter.

[@assadnujjoo]

How did you make the flower on your t-shirt?

[@leahn1511]

hi becky how do you shrink wrap your mug. over the handle ? thank you for the video. try an airfryer. it works better and its easier to move :)

[@TOMA21207]

Great mug, thanks for the video.

[@DesignBundles]

You're welcome! I'm glad you enjoyed the video :)

[@yvonnetucker1416]

LOVE THIS ONE

[@Deneendailey]

What type of a adhesive did you spray on your design?

[@DesignBundles]

Hey Deneen, I used the Krylon EasyTack Repositionable Spray, but your sublimation dealer will also have spray on hand if you are placing an order. Hope this helps! ---Becky

[@SharoninKentucky]

I have a temporary adhesive I use for quilting would that work ?

[@BerylJoeQuotes]

What kind of printer did you use and what kind of paper?

[@DesignBundles]

Hi there! The Sawgrass printer is the brand and the paper can be found here: amzn.to/3GBXEjN

[@karenturner5443]

So you only need to do all that if using an oven. Do I need all those steps if I have a cup press?

[@DesignBundles]

Hey Karen! The only thing you need to do with a mug press is to position and adhere your print, cover with blowout paper, then press. Your press may need some trials to get the right pressure. Hope this helps! ---Becky

[@Kimmiton]

I love your videos!!! Question...can office depot or FedEx color prints work for sublimating mug prints? Don't have a color printer just have a blk and wht lazer printer.

[@HalfAssHomestead]

No. You have to have a printer that can use sublimation ink. I use the Epson Eco-Tank 4700 with Hiipoo ink, and texPrint HP paper to transfer the design. You must mirror the image.

[@abbihale9972]

What do you print your images on? Thats what I can't figure out

[@avaltieri]

Sublimation paper is ideal

[@yvonnepierce2913]

Are you ever coming back to design bundles?

[@DesignBundles]

The most recent content for Design Bundles is created by Crystal, who has so much knowledge on many different crafts. Is there something in particular you would like me to ask Crystal to show you? We are happy to let her know!

[@yvonnepierce2913]

@@DesignBundles Becky helped us with Silhouette , Crystal is Cricut.. It seems that Cricut has taken over Design Bundles. Has Cricut bought Design Bundles?

[@JLAnails]

Could you please tell me what adhesive spray you used?

[@DesignBundles]

Hey Jay, it's just the basic Krylon Repositionable Adhesive Spray. Hope this helps! ---Becky

[@shelleylittle3302]

I’m so confused about the length of time you ‘cook’ the mugs. I read people comment they only cook for 3-4 minutes. How long do you cook when you use a silicone wrap?

[@DesignBundles]

Hey Shelley, the time will vary a little depending on what you are using to sublimate. A mug press will take less time than a convection oven. Also, the vendor you purchase your mugs from should be able to give you the recommended time and temperature for their product as they have tested it. Hope this helps! ---Becky

[@HalfAssHomestead]

12 Minutes at 400 F is optimum. Going to 15 minutes results in the colors beginning to fade. Reds will turn to browns, etc.

[@bonitamichy]

i love all your work thank you

[@tomislavkukic1395]

Him I love your videos, you're always straight to the point. I have a quick question, how long it takes (approximately, I know depend on lot of stuff), but on average how long it takes to air dry sublimation ink after printing so you're able to used it on a mug? Last knight I tried sublimating on a mug, printed out sublimation ink on sublimation paper, bought from a dealer that do this job more then 15 years, everything is in place, I air dry the ink for more then hour, and still got smudged mug, so frustrated... What's wrong? Thank you

[@DesignBundles]

Hey Tomislav! I think if you allowed the print to dry for over an hour, it sounds like you are getting ghosting of some kind during the pressing process. If the design moves slightly or if the wrap isn't tight enough. I would try to use an adhesive spray if you aren't already and see if that helps. Hope this helps! ---Becky

[@tomislavkukic1395]

@@DesignBundles Did you sublimate the magic mug? I try that but my image is still showing true that heat-sensitive layer, it is partially hidden but nothing like you see on youtube like there is nothing and then the image appears after you pour hot water. Any thoughts? Thanks a lot.

[@HalfAssHomestead]

I take my designs right off the printer, trim them, and begin applying immediately. You do not have to let it air dry. In fact, that time sitting there may be introducing a high moisture content to the print that will cause the graphics to smudge. It could also be that you are cooking them at a higher temperature than the device is telling you. Not all of them are really accurate. Use a touch-less laser thermometer and check your actual temperature.

[@tomislavkukic1395]

@@HalfAssHomestead Thanks. I finaly figure it out and bought FAST drying sublimation paper, all sorted out, all colors are good no smudges equipment at default settings... Who knew, only paper was the problem... Thank you.

[@pattymathes-nelsonstlnflt6865]

What is the difference between sublimation and infusible ink? Can you use sublimation svg images for infusible and vice versa? What is a sublimation printer and how is it different than an ink jet printer?

[@DesignBundles]

Hey Patty! So Sublimation and Infusible Ink are very similar in concept but very different in actual application. I'll link some videos down below if that'll help. Infusible Ink is basically preprinted sublimation patterns, so you will still have to cut the design with your cutting machine. With a sublimation printer, you can design and print whatever design you would like, no cutting involved. You cannot use sublimation images for Infusible Ink, you would use cut files. A sublimation printer and inkjet printer are actually fairly similar, the difference is in the ink itself. Hope this helps! ---Becky kzbin.info/www/bejne/mnjXqnpojZh3hMk kzbin.info/www/bejne/hKSanpSZfKZ-rbM

[@FilomenaDapaz]

Hi .l love your videos you are so calm and talk in a way that everyone can learn from you.some of others talk fast....talk with accent...eat they words... Bla .bla. Bla. You should get paid by this machine companies. That you talk about.. Buy the way do you know if there's way l can use.my cricut machine to cut .while the design space app is down .is not working for 2 days .lm stuck. as a newbie.

[@DesignBundles]

Hey Filomena! Thank you so much for your kind words, I'm glad you are enjoying the videos! Unfortunately, I'm not aware of any way to cut using your Cricut without going through Design Space. Have you tried using the mobile app for phones or tablets? Maybe if the desktop app is down the mobile app will work? I'm not sure about that but it's a possibility. Hope this helps! ---Becky

[@joyscranfield5527]

Hi Becky, is there not a spray or anything we can use on our mugs to prepare them for sublimation?

[@DesignBundles]

There is Joy, but I have not experimented with it yet. From what I understand it's difficult to get a consistent coating, but it can be done. I'll add this to my future experiments and see if I can get the details worked out. Sorry I can't be more help! ---Becky

[@joyscranfield5527]

@@DesignBundles hey, you give us hope in our crafting journey. I have a black & white checked mug, from hobby lobby, to put my grand-daughter's name on.

[@HalfAssHomestead]

@@joyscranfield5527 If it isn't already coated with sublimation film, you can create your own using a clear heat laminating sheet. It will adhere to the mug, allowing you to sublimate her name on it.

[@tomiko2683]

whats the difference between the convection oven and a mug press?

[@DesignBundles]

A mug press is going to have clamps that fit specific sizes of mugs, so they are somewhat limited, but they also take less time. Convection ovens can be used to sublimate anything that you can put a wrap around, or rather anything that can fit inside the oven, which makes it more versatile, but it typically takes longer for mugs (15 minutes vs 5 minutes). Hope this helps! ---Becky

[@zaluskissweettreats]

@@DesignBundles can a regular oven work too if you don't have a convection oven

[@patriciaspringer3500]

Is there a certain type of printer that you need to use to do these? And what kind of paper are you printing on?

[@DesignBundles]

Hey Patricia! You do need a special sublimation printer and paper, etc. I have an introduction to Sublimation video that may help! Thanks for stopping by! ---Becky kzbin.info/www/bejne/hKSanpSZfKZ-rbM

[@floridabrit9572]

Great video. Can you tell me that when I upload an image to cricut do i need to remove the background or is the image ok as it is as a print and cut

[@DesignBundles]

Great question! As long as you are using an image with a transparent background, then it should be find to use the way it is. If it shows a white background, I usually go ahead and remove those since they don't always print transparent. Hope this helps! ---Becky

[@floridabrit9572]

@@DesignBundles Thank you so much Becky for the reply 😘

[@Poochiewhipple]

Can u use basket shrink wrap? Would it work the same ?

[@DesignBundles]

I don't believe so Poochie. I think the prolonged heat is too much for that type of wrap. Hope this helps! ---Becky

[@DreamBig2240]

Can the convection oven also be used for food or should it be strictly used for sublimation?

[@cassandrareed5959]

Just for sublimation. I know people who also use an air fryer for mugs but they still or just for your projects.

[@DesignBundles]

Cassandra is correct, once you use it for crafting (sublimation or otherwise) you shouldn't go back to using it with food. Hope this helps! ---Becky

[@StephanLamar81]

In your honest opinion, which is better, a mug press or convection oven?

[@DesignBundles]

Hey Stephan! The convection oven wins in my opinion, if for no other reason than it is extremely versatile. Anything I can shrink wrap (or tape) and fit in the oven, I can sublimate (pet dishes, shot glasses, etc). Hope this helps! ---Becky

[@StephanLamar81]

@@DesignBundles thanks for reply. Guess I’m getting a convection oven instead

[@charmaignegalaboc4085]

Hi, question:can you do you do sublimation on a plastic container? Thank you 😊

[@jodydahmm330]

No sublimation takes very high heat

[@DesignBundles]

Good question but Jody is right, the heat would melt a plastic container. Hope this helps! ---Becky

[@thisfeistylifeblog]

Do you have to use the adhesive spray?

[@DesignBundles]

No, not everyone uses the adhesive spray, it's a personal preference. Hope this helps! ---Becky

[@ufoquilter86]

What is the spray you are using?

[@karenturner5443]

What is a shrink wrap

[@DesignBundles]

Hey Karen, I'll link a video that shows you what the shrink wrap is for, but basically it shrinks to apply pressure to your sublimation project. Hope this helps! ---Becky kzbin.info/www/bejne/j3_GZZV3at1nnZI

[@kaylacunningham1633]

Can you use a regular oven?

[@DesignBundles]

Hey Kayla, it's not recommended to mix your crafting oven with your cooking oven in case of toxins. Hope this helps! ---Becky

[@karenturner5443]

What is the spray you are using?

[@DesignBundles]

I use Krylon Repositionable Adhesive Spray to hold my print to my surface. Hope this helps! ---Becky

[@karenturner5443]

What is the paper you are using?

[@DesignBundles]

Do you mean the blowout paper? I use butcher paper. Hope this helps! ---Becky

[@monicahibberson7157]

What type of printer and ink did you use

[@DesignBundles]

Hey Monica! I use an Epson WF-7710 and InkXPro Sublimation Ink from Amazon. Hope this helps! ---Becky

[@HalfAssHomestead]

I use the Epson Eco-Tank 4700 with HiiPoo Sublimation ink, and TexPrint XP papers. Excellent results every time when done right.

[@marymote8951]

do you just use your oven for the mugs

[@DesignBundles]

Hey Mary! You don't really want to craft with the same oven you cook in, so I would recommend a separate convection oven for these projects (which is what I used). Hope this helps! ---Becky

[@marymote8951]

@@DesignBundles thanks thats what I thought

[@karenturner5443]

Was your shirt sublimation or vinyl

[@DesignBundles]

It's vinyl. I'll link the tutorial for you here. Hope this helps! ---Becky kzbin.info/www/bejne/aHimdY2ofNyWd68

[@HelloArtPeople]

What oven do you have?

[@DesignBundles]

Hey Brittany, I have a De'Longhi Convection Oven, but to be honest, it's a more expensive oven than you need. I would definitely check out Amazon or Walmart for an inexpensive oven, as long as it's a convection oven and not a toaster oven. Hope this helps! ---Becky

[@HelloArtPeople]

@@DesignBundles tysm that helps a ton!!

[@rurusuniverse695]

Is that just a regular ceramic mug?

[@DesignBundles]

Hey there! This mug has been coated for sublimation. Hope this helps! ---Becky

[@rurusuniverse695]

@@DesignBundles thank you

[@richardroderick6440]

Seems overkill to me. I use heat tape only and no backing paper. I have used painters tape. My prints are tight enough without masking tape. I refuse to use shrink wrap, never needed it.

[@DesignBundles]

Glad it worked for you! - Agata

[@loredo2186able]

Can you sublimate the mug without butcher paper?

[@DesignBundles]

Great question! Yes, the butcher paper is only to catch the stray ink. You can use parchment paper, copy paper, anything along those lines will work. Hope this helps! ---Becky

[@HalfAssHomestead]

Absolutely. I use teflon paper and use the same piece around 100 times before it gets to be time to replace it with a new piece. I also only use the silicone locking mug wraps to hold the design to the mug.

[@HalfAssHomestead]

@@DesignBundles Word of advice on using copy paper. It has a very low flash point. Though silicone mug wraps are made to take a lot of heat, they will fail when hit with any direct flame. Trust me I know.....lol

[@ufoquilter86]

When you say blow out paper...is that butcher paper?

[@DesignBundles]

Yes, Becky called it butcher paper a little bit later :) I had to go back and double check!

[@clifton1960]

I’ve got a convection oven coming tomorrow 🙏 how long do I need to cook my mugs for with shrink wrap ? Keep up the good work I love watching your videos, 😘

[@DesignBundles]

Awesome Carol and thanks for your kind words! I would check with the manufacturer or distributor, they usually have the best advice for their products (each one can tend to be a little different). I would say 12-15 minutes is a safe bet though, then you'll start to increase if you do more than one at a time. Hope this helps and can't wait to hear what you think! ---Becky

[@clifton1960]

Thanks for the reply Becky, I will check with the manufacturer, but do you think it makes a difference if your using masking tape or shrink wrap Because of the difference in thickness ? xx

[@HalfAssHomestead]

@@clifton1960 I use the silicone locking mug wraps, and my optimum time is 12 minutes. Since heat rises, flip the mug upside down when placing it in the oven.

[@bobslfcu773]

And it was in a convention oven, I left that part out, sorry.

[@DesignBundles]

That's great to hear!