How to Sublimate on Wood / Fall Crafts

[@mrssnookies1]

You know what? This has got to be the single most direct and informative video explaining this process I have seen yet. Nicely done.

[@AppalachianHomeCo]

Thats so nice I'm so glad you liked the video thank you!

[@thetalkshop]

Really awesome video, thank you so much for doing this. I didn’t know you can sublimate on hard surfaces like that. I do sublimation on fabric, but this opens up a hole world of opportunity.

[@HalfAssHomestead]

You can sublimate on all kinds of products. You just have to make sure they have the special coating to make them work. I do plagues and mugs as regular customer need.

[@craftingwithhwm]

If you press it 40 seconds instead and let the polycrylic dry overnight it will not stick nearly as badly

[@rachelmansfield8483]

Thank you so much for showing us what to do, Now i know that its not a problem when the paper sticks.

[@zullo3529]

I love the little gnome. Thanks Christy

[@AppalachianHomeCo]

Me too that ones my favorite. Thank you!

[@SheWritesHerJourney_]

Oooooo this is beautiful and simple!! Love the trick of wetting a sponge to get rid of the Polyacrylic residue!! Great for gifts!!

[@AppalachianHomeCo]

Thank you yes it would be great gifts!

[@bullswoodworks8398]

after endless hours of looking, i found it. ThANKS

[@ltconyers78]

The best wood sub video I have seen. Thank you so much.

[@AppalachianHomeCo]

I'm so glad thank you!

[@Rini-D]

omg this is so amazing. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge to us. I learn so much from you. Love your channel!!

[@AppalachianHomeCo]

Thank you so much!

[@marcyfarrell5369]

These are adorable, I need to try this.

[@craftygirldownsouth6403]

Hey! Here watching! I’m just starting to learn with my Cricut! TFS!

[@AppalachianHomeCo]

Hi! Thanks for watching! Good luck with your Cricut!

[@carols899]

Thank you for this video! Your explanation was simple and direct, I’m happy I found it,

[@lisawhite9725]

Love them! I sure wish I could be at your craft show. Have you tried laminating sheets on wood and then sublimating on that? ❤️

[@AppalachianHomeCo]

Hi thank you! No I haven't but I will now!

[@tl8413]

You can also just print out a regular image and use midge podge to get the same result as well. If you don't have a printer.

[@AppalachianHomeCo]

Thats true I have tried that and it does work well!

[@melissanotari7601]

Cute! Thank you!

[@bmrs.g7108]

Love love and love thanks

[@AppalachianHomeCo]

Thank you!

[@janemason9215]

Super cute signs

[@AppalachianHomeCo]

Thank you!

[@MRSDEMKE]

Thank you so much this helped so much !

[@AppalachianHomeCo]

I'm so glad!!

[@tammy7759]

These are so cute!

[@AppalachianHomeCo]

Thank you!

[@craftygirldownsouth6403]

You made this look so simple!

[@AppalachianHomeCo]

Thank you!

[@jillb7234]

Love them!!!

[@tomcollick8111]

cook the Polycrylic on blank in oven for 3 minutes at 385. this will help.

[@AppalachianHomeCo]

Awesome thanks!

[@theoilykrafter]

I use thermal laminate instead of the polycrylic. I haven’t had the paper issue doing it that way.

[@AppalachianHomeCo]

Hi someone else mentioned that too, so I definitely will try that thanks!

[@amyalbernaz8687]

That’s what I thought was the only way to sub on wood, any videos you recommend? Just bought heat laminate sheets an hour ago to try!

[@theoilykrafter]

@@amyalbernaz8687 Hi! I have a video I did with the laminate sheet after cutting the wood into a shape. If you're interested - kzbin.info/www/bejne/kJinhZ6tZt-ogqM

[@bendhill9060]

very decent and great idea, thanks for sharing

[@AppalachianHomeCo]

Thank you!!

[@mariandevette3176]

Wat een goede video met duidelijke uitleg. Zou je mij kunnen zeggen wat voor lak dit precies is, en waar je dit normaal voor gebruikt, want ik kan dit niet vinden in Nederland.

[@HalfAssHomestead]

The reason why you fight to pull the paper off, is because your press is not set right. I shared a video on press fudge factors, that will eliminate this extra step.

[@karensmith5510]

Nice video. Will this work without painting the wood. I would like to have the woodgrain as the background.

[@AppalachianHomeCo]

Hi thank you!..yes it will work...the polycrylic is what the image adheres to.

[@beccajville1995]

This video is the best ive seen thank you for sharing. Im a newbie to all this and fillowed step by step and my project turned yellow?? Any suggestions? TY

[@AppalachianHomeCo]

Hi! The yellowing may be from the press burning your wood a little. You can try turning the heat down just a bit, or pressing less time.

[@Jasminee_symonee]

All I need to do is sand against the grain to remove the grain marks?!” Where have you been all my diy life ???

[@AppalachianHomeCo]

Lol! 😄

[@madelinescreations7955]

How long did you wait for the Polyacrylic to dry. Looks great 👍

[@AppalachianHomeCo]

Hi thank you! I only had to wait a couple of hours and it was completely dry.

[@sandeebond4514]

So its the ''Polycrylic" that allows for sublimation? Can you use any type of paint like chalk paint,acrylic? Really love these!

[@darlenekrisak2962]

Love it❤️

[@AppalachianHomeCo]

Thank you!

[@GetYourCrayCray-On]

My question now is which is cheaper? White vinyl or paint and polycrylic? Hmmmm...🤔

[@heathermolsbee5751]

Great video! Can you sublimate over paint if your image doesn’t completely cover the wood?

[@AppalachianHomeCo]

Thank you! Yes I would just cover the other areas with a Teflon sheet to protect it from the press.

[@davehecht317]

Great video, very to the point and informative! One question I have is how you set the pressure for a 3/4 inch thick surface versus flat surfaces? What process do you use to adjust pressure?

[@MVeeP]

Hi Christy. Did you have any issues with your wood warping at all, if so, how did you go about fixing that? Thank you.

[@AppalachianHomeCo]

Hi! I did not have any issues with the wood warping, I think because it was 3/4" thick. With thinner wood that may be an issue? I will test it out at some point, especially those thinner round wood pieces. You can sublimate on the ones from Amazon so I will let you know when I try it.

[@stephaniekohman6447]

If I don’t have this high priced printer you mentioned we could do this using design space. Can u please give me directions on how to use design space to put this on the wood pieces??

[@AppalachianHomeCo]

Hi! You could use Design Space to design an image, but you would still need a sublimation printer to sublimate. However, you can print the image with a regular printer onto a fabric transfer sheet, or also a waterside decal sheet, and then place the image onto the wood that way. With the transfer sheet you would need to press with an iron, with the waterside decal you just print, cut around, dampen with water, and slide the decal off the backing onto the wood. Hope that helps!

[@AngieWilliamsDesigns]

I love how these turned out. I’m very new to sublimation. Quick question… I love the colors. They are very muted. And that’s how I would like them. Would they be more vibrant if they were on polyester? I’m super excited to try this out on wood.

[@AppalachianHomeCo]

Thanks so much! Yes the colors are definitely more vibrant on polyester and items that are made specifically for sublimation, like sublimation tumblers and such.

[@lindamoss4068]

Cute and simple! Where did you get your files from?

[@lynnepalumbo4218]

Yes I'd like to know too!

[@AppalachianHomeCo]

Thank you! I made the hello fall in Inkscape, found the pumpkin clipart by searching pumpkin images online and then added the text. The gnome came from Etsy and the pumpkin truck I think came from Hungry Jpeg. I will see if I can link them for you.

[@maryharvey4389]

@@AppalachianHomeCo where did you get the “wood” background

[@Lyons17r]

Do you know if while using basswood can I paint then poly coat and then cut the wood using a cricut maker?

[@rosinyberg8747]

Will baby wipes work to remove the leavings after pressing?

[@AppalachianHomeCo]

Hmmm..I have tried those but definitely will.

[@kellywingard9109]

where did you find your prints? Love how these turned out! Super cute!!

[@AppalachianHomeCo]

Thank you! The pumpkin was from pumpkin clipart I just searched for in images, the gnome was from etsy, the pumpkin truck I think came from Hungry Jpeg, and I created the hello fall in Inkscape with some lines and text.

[@kellywingard9109]

Thank you!!

[@new2udesignwhite4]

Hi Christy! Thank you so much for the video! What type of paint are you using. I am new to sublimation and I have been trying like crazy to get it right. I am using Rustoleum Chalked paint with a thin layer of Polycrylic. When I press them I am at 380 degrees for 60 seconds and it kind of looks like either the paint of the poly is melting and completely pulls up the paint. Any suggestions or reasons why you think it's going wrong? Thank you!

[@AppalachianHomeCo]

Hi! Hmmm...I use either Valspar, Kilz, or Glidden interior paints in flat finish...maybe try a non chalk paint. Also make.sure the poly is super, SUPER dry. Several hours works better.

[@paulmay6013]

@@AppalachianHomeCo I’m in the UK when you say an interior flat finish for the first coat is that what we call an undercoat or is it something different. Also is polycrylic a type of varnish? Cheers Paul

[@danieller9645]

Where did you find the images please?

[@debbiebridgers2674]

Hi Christy! I've just started trying sublimation on painted wood (white). I'm having issues with the wood turning slightly yellow. Did you notice that?

[@AppalachianHomeCo]

Hi! Try adjusting the heat setting on your press down a bit it may be too high.

[@debbiebridgers2674]

@@AppalachianHomeCo thank you. I will try that

[@jolucleaning2697]

Polyurethane works as well

[@AppalachianHomeCo]

Ok thanks!!

[@90milessouthco65]

Hi Thank you for sharing, I tried it today It didn’t work for me , the paint Peeled off when I lifted the paper, the paper didn’t stick but the paint peel off in some places and it wasn’t as bright as yours, can it be the type of paint I use? Chalk paint is the was I paint my wood with, I will try another type of paint and see, anyways thank you for your tutorials, Rosy

[@AppalachianHomeCo]

Hi! Sorry it didn't work I do think it was probably the paint. I use regular interior paint I haven't tried the chalk paint with this. I have been getting comments about using thermal laminate instead of polycrylic... that might work as well.

[@90milessouthco65]

@@AppalachianHomeCo Good morning thank you for your reply, I’m going to try other type of paint and the heat press instead of the Cricut one, what is the thermal method never heard Thank you so much I’m trying to do some decor for my home Rosy

[@katiesouza1529]

@@90milessouthco65 did you have any luck with the paint switch? Im having the same issue as and also getting white lines pulling up in the image. I was almost thinking that maybe my poly is too think and heating up too much with the ink causing the pealing.

[@helenroberts1107]

Is it polycrylic laquer satin finish that you use?

[@AppalachianHomeCo]

Hi! Yes it is the satin finish.👍

[@chriskinsey2590]

How did you get the background and distressed look in your images?

[@AppalachianHomeCo]

Hi! I searched for shiplap background in images on my computer and when I found one I liked I just copied and pasted it into Inkscape. I brought down the opacity until I liked it, then placed my images over it. Hope that helps!

[@carlalowe7303]

Can you use acrylic paint?

[@AppalachianHomeCo]

You can use most any paint as long as it dries completely and you definitely have to use the polycrylic.

[@hemanthk2324]

Beautiful, what white paint is that??

[@AppalachianHomeCo]

Hi! I think this was Kilz interior white paint, I got from Walmart. I think it was the flat or satin finish.

[@hemanthk2324]

@@AppalachianHomeCo thank you Christy, if it's a normal interior paint, it's old base and it will stick on the heat press but this did not, it's something else, can you please check and revert?

[@Colvin38]

Hello, newbie here ... Does anyone know what kind of wood I should buy? I don't understand what she says about the wood. Thank you.

[@AppalachianHomeCo]

Hi! The wood I used for this video are 1×6 pine boards cut down to this size. You can find the pine boards at Lowes or Home Depot, just ask a sales person to direct you to the right place.🙂

[@z_l_creations2780]

Do you have to use poly before u sub

[@AppalachianHomeCo]

Hi! Yes if you are starting with raw wood you will need to add the poly. There are some wood blanks you can purchase on Amazon that will sublimate without poly, but these ones I used were lumber from Lowe's.

[@HalfAssHomestead]

The thing about anything poly coated, is the ink has to dye the surface. You can sublimate many products, but if the substrate isn't there, it won't work. Much like T-shirts. You can sublimate cotton, but it will wash out. Do it to a poly shirt, and it will last forever.

[@scottmichielli5670]

Hi Christy. I'm fairly new to sublimation. I tried sublimating on wood as per your video. The first time, I used a cricut easy press set to 385 for 50 seconds and the paint peeled off. The second time, I used high heat spray paint and my new Vevor Heat Press. Also did this one at 385 for 60 seconds and once again, the paint peeled off. Any suggestions? Thanks.

[@GetYourCrayCray-On]

I'm new to this too and haven't tried my 1st project yet! I see a lot of vinyl sublimination on YT. Press vinyl to the wood,then subliminate design on with heat press! There are 3-4 diff ways and I'll take least messy bc I don't have time to use the method that takes soapy water to get paper off lol! Vinyl rolls,clear,ehite,etc are so unbelievably cheap on Amazon I found out over weekend so I'm prob going to try vinyl method 1st! Good luck! Hopefully uour a ro at this now since I'm just watching video and saw your comment with no reply! XOXO

[@GetYourCrayCray-On]

Here's 5 diff ways to subliminate that I watched and helped a lot! kzbin.info/www/bejne/rZOogoSoh8dneZIsi=DlGHwH6M3pve0lOs

[@katherine5587]

If you use laminate sheets instead of polyacrylic , the paper doesn't stick. Don't know why, but it doesn't.