Sublimation on Acrylic: Keychains, Nightlights, & Photo Panels!

[@gilabalsam9511]

You put so much effort into researching and giving us such informative crafting videos - thanks so much! I love them all and look forward to them all week!!

[@JenniferMaker]

I'm so happy to help!🥰

[@melaniejurgovan]

I love love love the curved blanks. What a beautiful gift idea

[@JenniferMaker]

Thank you! 😊🌻

[@lauratwining3143]

I SO appreciate your easy to follow directions. Thanks for the cookbook, I am looking forward to this!

[@JenniferMaker]

I'm always happy to help!🥰

[@pamtilsonrodgers2825]

Awesome projects. They all turned out great. Thank you for sharing the video with us.

[@JenniferMaker]

I'm so glad you like them!🥰

[@cyaneablue9984]

Yup…that’s my next substrate to master! I’ve got some beautiful mixed-media paintings I’d love to see illuminated with backlighting.❤

[@JenniferMaker]

oh yay! Perfect timing then!🥰

[@clarencemartinez614]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge. God bless you.

[@JenniferMaker]

You are very welcome🥰

[@user-sn7st5fo6e]

You made it so simple to understand, I am researching sublimation printers and the process of doing sublimation, I found you were the easiest to follow. Thank YOu

[@JenniferMaker]

Yay! I'm glad you found it helpful🥰

[@lauriedart4221]

Look at all this Crafty Collaboration!!! I LOVE it ❤

[@JenniferMaker]

Yes! We can all learn from each other!🥰

[@zubiehamid4425]

Only 3mm clear Acrylic will fit on the slot

[@stephanieschmidt6108]

So neat!! 😮 definitely must try when I finally can afford to get a cricut!!!🎉

[@JenniferMaker]

You don't even need a Cricut for this project. 😊🌻

[@katycodella817]

I work often with the light bases. If your acrylic is too thin (it usually is if it's small enough to be etched with the cricut), just put a couple foam dots on the bottom part that goes into the light. It works perfectly and doesn't interfere with displaying.

[@JenniferMaker]

Awesome!

[@annhorton5126]

Thank you for that - it's really helpful!

[@janicevansise814]

Can't wait to try this sublimation for various items. Thank you

[@JenniferMaker]

Yay! 😃

[@jenniferruzic1126]

OMG! I spent 8 hours trying to figure this out and ended up giving up! Thank you for your video.

[@JenniferMaker]

I hope you found it helpful🥰

[@janeliquore2111]

Thank you for this video. So thorough and easy to follow.

[@JenniferMaker]

I'm glad you found it helpful!🥰

[@LisaVornhagen]

That is really cool! I really love the design with the moon!

[@JenniferMaker]

Thank you!

[@LumiRose5804]

I'm not missing this. Will watch replay because you'll be on at midnight my time. Thank you Jen.

[@JenniferMaker]

I hope you like it!🥰

[@LumiRose5804]

Watching now and I am so happy about this video of yours. I've ordered the wrong led acrylic, l needed 2mm and received 4mm. Now I can sub them instead of engrave. 👏👏👏 Thank you

[@sassy81852]

Love them all

[@JenniferMaker]

I'm so happy you like them!🥰

[@zizimcreations]

Amazing!! We have those blanks too! Love your works!🥰

[@JenniferMaker]

Thanks so much!💗

[@blessedbeeandme]

I love these. Thank you.

[@JenniferMaker]

you're so welcome!🥰

[@Krgeorge0223]

Thank you so much for doing this video after I suggested it!

[@JenniferMaker]

You are so welcome🥰

[@Mboek105]

You are an amazing crafter! Thanks for sharing.

[@JenniferMaker]

You're welcome!🥰

[@michellerenee612]

I love this! Thank you.

[@JenniferMaker]

I'm glad you like it!

[@roxannepowers7757]

This is awesome. Thank you.

[@JenniferMaker]

You are very welcome!🥰

[@ivetsm]

Awesome tutorial as always. Thank you!

[@JenniferMaker]

You're welcome🥰

[@HeatherHunterJ]

I am interested in this thank you Maker Team ❤🎉

[@JenniferMaker]

Yay! I'm so happy to hear that🥰

[@tcarey0930]

So helpful! Thank you

[@JenniferMaker]

Glad it was helpful!

[@dalesparkes5988]

Thank you! I don't have an auto press but I'm going to try the frame with my easy press.

[@JenniferMaker]

That will absolutely work too! Just make sure not to move it around once you set it down🥰

[@TheresaJenkins11]

Thank you!

[@JenniferMaker]

You're welcome!💗

[@Raynecolwell]

Thank you so much!!

[@JenniferMaker]

You're welcome!🥰

[@donnafrazier5553]

I really love this idea. 🥰 Can this also be created using infusible ink transfer sheets?

[@JenniferMaker]

Yes 😊🌻

[@leidyuzcategui5731]

Genial!! Muchas gracias por compartirlo ❤

[@JenniferMaker]

You're welcome!🥰

[@jen-jenfritz2188]

Hi Jennifer thank you for your time showing this. I’ve never done acrylic, however love to try it with the picture, can I add like Bible verse with the picture?

[@JenniferMaker]

Go for it!

[@mrsdizi1234]

Thank you as always Jennifer for sharing all your crafts with us for free . Question does the acrylic blanks have to be a sublimation blank or can you use regular acrylic blanks?

[@JenniferMaker]

No but make sure to check out my tutorial on this as all of the supplies are listed and linked for you as well as my tips for the best techniques 💗

[@mikeymodfather1969]

Do you need to do anything extra for acrylic that would be used outdoors for example a house sign ? Great videos by the way 😊

[@JenniferMaker]

I wouldn't think so but I haven't had any of my acrylic designs outside. You can certainly ask in my sublimation group, facebook.com/groups/sublimationmadeeasy

[@TurkishGirl57]

I kindly ask for an answer. That would be really nice. Are these special plates or can you sublimate on all acrylic plates? Thank you ☺️

[@JenniferMaker]

Yes, acrylic is made of sublimation-compatible polymers. Some acrylic blanks have a white surface to give your image an opaque background, but I also like the clear acrylic, as long as the design doesn't heavily rely on white! jennifermaker.com/sublimation-on-acrylic/

[@maggieramushu4588]

Thanks. Was struggling with the correvt heating settings. Tried the 182C for 60secs , it worked perfectly. The pic peeled of easily with no white residue😮

[@JenniferMaker]

Glad to hear that!

[@juliet2125]

Can i put glitter HTV on acrylic and then sublimate on top of that? i love the glittery look it gives on shirts so i didn't know if that was possible here.

[@JenniferMaker]

You could always try it out! 😊🌻

[@jjoddo5242]

When I made my night light... I use a picture of a group of people and it was difficult to see the image... What did I do wrong

[@JenniferMaker]

It's difficult to say. I recommend posting a photo and asking in our FB group, facebook.com/groups/cricutcraftersandmakers/💗

[@mrobertson9222]

Hi. I was noticing on the acrylic blanks/keychains that once water is added to clean the remaining stuff off that the remaining pic doesn't seem like it is a bright. Is that the case? If so, how can I prevent that from happening (do you have another video on it)? I have zero experience and still haven't bought a press, lol. Just trying to decide if this is something I want to give a shot at. I had a horrible experience with an Etsy seller and no Christmas ornaments for my family; so I figure at this point I could give it a shot myself.

[@guillermomartinezyg.2547]

Any kind of clear acrylic can be used for sublimation ? ...... Love your content

[@LadyWhiteOwl]

I'm going to put it to the test tonight!

[@stephenmholl1]

Excellent Video! Do you need to cover 100% of the Acrylic with your graphic or can you have some areas that are transparent? For example, can you just use the outline of a person without a colored background?

[@JenniferMaker]

I haven't tried that but I don't see why you couldn't 💗

[@StacyElizabeth115]

Are these blanks specifically for sublimation? If not… I have so many acrylic blanks in my stash! I’ve been hoping to find another way to use them. Thank you for the tutorial! 🤞🏻

[@JenniferMaker]

yes they are.🥰

[@angelquade2590]

@@JenniferMaker I'm confused...so they acrylic must be specifically for sublimation or can you use any acrylic?

[@pattibaileydesigns]

@@JenniferMaker I don't think the keychains or the nightlights have any type of sublimation coating on them. Her links to the Amazon products are not listed as specifically for sublimation. However i think her photo frame is because she says it has a sublimation coating. So I think it's safe to use any acrylic blank. Jennifer would be the best to confirm this however. I'm curious too.

[@alexandracastaldi9574]

This is amazing!! Thank you!!! Do you know if this would work for invitations?

[@JenniferMaker]

Invitations?

[@crossightoverclothes]

Can we sublimate on regular white cast acrylic like what we use in the glowforge or does it have to be specific cast acrylic?

[@JenniferMaker]

Technically any cast acrylic will sublimate.

[@jeantaylor7136]

I’ve been trying the nightlights on cast acrylic blanks and they have cloudy spots and look like they maybe melted a little? Too hot? I use the instructions in your cookbook.

[@JenniferMaker]

Are you using sublimation blanks? 🥰

[@yolandabranner6200]

Hi I was wondering can I use cricut sublimation poster on a credit don't have a sublimation printer

[@7c.inspirations_960]

You are an amazing crafter! love the videos. the acrylic for the photo panel need to be some special ? or can be a regular acrylic?

[@JenniferMaker]

You need to purchase sublimation acrylic!🥰

[@angelquade2590]

@@JenniferMaker that contradicts what is stated in the description of this video. Very confusing.

[@conniedingman6978]

I love following you. Do the keychain acrylics need to be sublimation?

[@JenniferMaker]

You can sublimate on blank acrylic keychains. The affiliate links can be found in the materials list. jennifermaker.com/sublimation-on-acrylic/

[@wildcrazy61]

Do you have to mirror the design for the acrylic keychains?

[@JenniferMaker]

If you don't mirror then your image will be flipped once you press🥰

[@sabbamajeed5393]

Hi I’m new to this.. are you printing the image on normal paper?

[@JenniferMaker]

No, this is sublimation printing. 😊🌻

[@kaywilliams8309]

These are beautiful!! I have some infusible ink sheets could I use that on the acrylic keychains?

[@JenniferMaker]

Yes of course!

[@kaywilliams8309]

Thank you for answering!💜💜💜

[@yanadandogalkozmetikler7105]

🎯 Key Takeaways for quick navigation: 00:29 🗝️ *Acrylic sublimation projects include keychains, nightlights, and photo panels with professional-looking results.* 01:03 🌟 *Acrylic keychains are quick to make, perfect for keeping favorite photos on hand, and can be personalized as interactive gifts.* 01:32 🌈 *Nightlights with sublimation offer creative design options, and achieving a perfect transfer is demonstrated, even when shapes don't match.* 01:59 📸 *Photo panels are a beautiful way to showcase illustrations and images, with recommendations on brands and a hack to make flat panels stand up.* 02:58 🎨 *Sublimation designs for these projects can be found on Jennifer's website, with tips on preparation and printing for different acrylic shapes.* Made with HARPA AI

[@allisonsil03]

Can I use acrylic blanks that I purchased for regular Cricut projects?

[@JenniferMaker]

you can try but since they aren't actual sublimation blanks the results might not be consistent.🥰

[@bryanpogs]

how about the acrylic blanl? where can we buy those? or can we use sublimation coatings?

[@JenniferMaker]

I have the materials listed and linked for you in my tutorial, jennifermaker.com/sublimation-on-acrylic/ ❤️

[@zip7806]

Use Clear Sublimation film and you wont have fuss with Scrubbing paper residue.

[@JenniferMaker]

Nice!

[@yanadandogalkozmetikler7105]

🎯 Key Takeaways for quick navigation: 00:00 Acrylic *sublimation projects.* 01:32 Keychains: *quick, interactive gifts.* 01:59 Photo *panels: beautiful displays.* 02:28 Essential *tools needed.* 03:27 Free *watercolor designs.* 05:32 Night *light project.* 08:12 Night *light sublimation.* 10:17 Keychain *sublimation process.* 12:53 Keychain *assembly tips.* 13:58 Curved *photo panel process.* 16:03 Curving *photo panel.* 18:08 Top *three tips.* 19:34 Sublimation *Cookbook resource.* Made with HARPA AI

[@profitglen]

The curved acrylic is very cool... however Conde is way overcharging for the blanks and the jig. They need to make it more affordable for everyone. I'm looking for an alternative that gives as good results but less expensive. ONE 11x14 panel is over $20!!!! That's insane.

[@JenniferMaker]

❤️

[@florac9906]

Hi, is it possible to sublimate these blanks with a sublimation oven? If so, how and which would be the parameters of time and temperature?

[@JenniferMaker]

Yes, you can find more details on the blog post. jennifermaker.com/sublimation-on-acrylic/ We also have the Sublimation Cookbook in digital and print book if you are interested. books.jennifermaker.com www.amazon.com/shop/influencer-c673d212

[@florac9906]

@@JenniferMaker ok! Thanks a lot! :) do you know is it possible to sublimate MDF blanks in a sublimation oven and how?

[@lalamccred4106]

Can i do this with an injet printer or only on the sublimation printer? If so i can jus follow along with your video for the inkjet?

[@JenniferMaker]

You need to use a sublimation printer and sublimation paper. 🥰

[@karenlowe6252]

Ok. This answered my question

[@harryhersheyh278]

I did a sublimation on an acrylic key chain blank and it left a white film, like the sublimation paper didn't completely come off. I couldn't get it to come off. Do you need to use special kind of acrylic blanks? I saw another tutorial that said you had to use cast acrylic blanks for sublimation. Any help would be appreciated. I'm very new to sublimation. Thanks

[@JenniferMaker]

I'm not sure what happened 💗Take a look at my blog post with more detailed information. Also all of the materials are listed and linked 💗

[@annhorton5126]

I finally was able to make the beautiful moon nightlight, but the design wasn't as bright as I hoped so it doesn't show up very much unless it's against a white background. Any suggestions about what I might have done wrong? Also, I tried making the keychains with a design that didn't fill the whole blank and I can see the outline of what I cut out to sublimate it. Any suggestions on what I might have done wrong?

[@JenniferMaker]

It could be many different reasons. You can ask in the group and show photos for more detailed help. facebook.com/groups/sublimationmadeeasy

[@katmessmer7673]

I don't know if I am missing something. I have rewatched the video 3 times. My acrylic night lights are lighting up like yours. I did the moon which I just love it. It didn't light up. I did another design with flowers and it will not light up. Any insight would be helpful. This is the acrylic I am using, Acrylic Sheet Clear Cast for LED Light Base, 0.08 Inch/ 2 mm.

[@JenniferMaker]

Not all nightlights are the same depth. You can see what was used in the materials list. jennifermaker.com/sublimation-on-acrylic/

[@TechCristina]

I love Becky too, but i don't think she's at Design Bundles anymore. I think she's now with Creative Fabrica.

[@JenniferMaker]

Oh, good to know!

[@lindafeldman4330]

I looked on the Conde site for the 5x7 panel. Does it come flat for sublimation?

[@JenniferMaker]

The panel is flat🥰

[@DeborahChambers-hy5uh]

So I noticed a lot of videos like this give pretty cool tips to make some pretty cool things but there is a safety factor. Even with windows open and a fan how do we know if the fumes of the acrylic and the fumes from the ink aren't making an unsafe vapor cocktail?

[@JenniferMaker]

There is always a potential for risk and that is something that you have to decide for yourself. 🥰

[@sabbamajeed5393]

Also can we use an iron to transfer? 😅

[@JenniferMaker]

No, a household iron doesn't get hot enough to sublimate. 😊🌻

[@dwaynejohnson7499]

Nice video . Where can i get sublimatable acrylic black sheets to buys

[@JenniferMaker]

Check out the links below the video🥰

[@shannonbourke8470]

Do we need sublimation paper? Or I’m confused in the stuff that we need lol xx

[@JenniferMaker]

You can see the materials list here. jennifermaker.com/sublimation-on-acrylic/

[@yolandawalker170]

❤

[@JenniferMaker]

❤️❤️

[@heidirodriguezabadia5270]

This is with regular sublimation paper?

[@JenniferMaker]

Yes, we used A-Sub paper. jennifermaker.com/sublimation-on-acrylic/

[@geraldfischer1057]

can you sublimate onto black acrylic?

[@JenniferMaker]

You need a white background inorder to see sublimation ink🥰

[@rosealynaj]

I used those settings for the heat press and the one side (tried various other suggested heat settings as well) comes out white cloudy and rough. Anyone else have this issue?

[@JenniferMaker]

Oh no! Are you removing the protective film before you press?

[@rosealynaj]

@@JenniferMaker Yes ma'am!

[@allymounce8837]

Can you make a video how to sublimating on acrylic keychains?

[@JenniferMaker]

This video does show you ❤️

[@lindavincent7958]

I would like a sublimation cookbook?

[@JenniferMaker]

You can get it here jennifermaker.com/sublimation-cookbook 🥰

[@profitglen]

You mean you didn't have to buy one of those fancy smancy jigs from Conde to bend the acrylic? Anyhow... great ideas

[@JenniferMaker]

Nope🥰

[@erimeljc5013]

bonjour chère Jennifer , je suis un petit français qui ne trouvant pas le sommeil a visionné vos vidéo sur la sublimation , démarrant dans cette activité , je compte essayer avec vos conseils et ne manquerai pas de vous faire savoir si çà marche ou pas , salut de France

[@JenniferMaker]

Thank you so much for watching and I hope you give it a try!

[@bikrgran]

Everybody is using "butcher paper", so I found some brown, at the store, and used it on an iron-on heat transfer design. I'd done the center, and wanted to add text. The paper stuck to the center design, and by the time I got most of it off, the red in (inkjet) had bled, and ruined the shirt. Is there a difference in the white butcher paper and the brown? Thanks! I am SO wanting to do sublimation, but can't afford the supplies.

[@JenniferMaker]

White butcher paper is similar, but has undergone a process to bleach the brown color from the pulp. I use the white.

[@yanischool4359]

What about heat please ? , does it damage Acrylic ?

[@JenniferMaker]

The heat doesn't affect the acrylic for the short amount of time that it is heated. jennifermaker.com/sublimation-on-acrylic/

[@Ebush3206]

Can you sublimate Acrylic cups?

[@JenniferMaker]

Yes, acrylic is made of sublimation-compatible polymers. Some acrylic blanks have a white surface to give your image an opaque background, but I also like the clear acrylic, as long as the design doesn't heavily rely on white! jennifermaker.com/sublimation-on-acrylic/#:~:text=A%3A%20Yes%2C%20acrylic%20is%20made,t%20heavily%20rely%20on%20white!

[@Ebush3206]

@@JenniferMaker Thank you! I picked up an acrylic pencil holder based on that but read somewhere it will melt if it doesn't say sublimation. I was going to try it in the tumbler press.

[@rebajackson1077]

How do I sublimate on acrylic blank ornaments from hobby lobby.

[@JenniferMaker]

You can use the same method. jennifermaker.com/sublimation-on-acrylic/

[@rebajackson1077]

@@JenniferMaker thanks. I’ll try it again.

[@jennifrigge9230]

Are these sublimation acrylic blanks or regular acrylic?

[@JenniferMaker]

Sublimation!🥰

[@lizebeth12]

Can the infusible inks be used?

[@JenniferMaker]

absolutely!🥰

[@emem7494]

After sublimation, surface of acylic isn't smooth and clear, some part is hazed - some part is scabrous. Is it normal?

[@JenniferMaker]

oh no! It should still be uniform. Did you press it too hot/too long? 🥰

[@emem7494]

@@JenniferMaker I press it as your instruction. Mine is acrylic cast

[@dupescraftingdesign7872]

can you possibly point me in a direction for thick acrylic blocks to use for sublimation

[@JenniferMaker]

did you check out my supply links below the video?🥰

[@dupescraftingdesign7872]

@@JenniferMaker yes. I don't see anything for thick block

[@selinayuktaichan1102]

hi where could i buy the acrylic please

[@JenniferMaker]

There are affiliate links in the materials list on the blog post. jennifermaker.com/sublimation-on-acrylic/

[@karenlowe6252]

Ok. Showing my ignorance here. How do i print the image?

[@JenniferMaker]

You would print these on a sublimation printer. jennifermaker.com/sublimation-on-acrylic/

[@yolandabranner6200]

Sorry I meant to say cricut infuse able ink

[@rhondap1014]

How do you seal the white subli.ated keychains?

[@JenniferMaker]

You don't need to. 😊🌻

[@rhondap1014]

They don't hold up otherwise

[@glendacaldwell7650]

My 2720 printer died and I’m not sure I want to invest in another one

[@JenniferMaker]

I'm sorry to hear that. If you don't do a ton of sublimation then maybe you could purchase prints off of Etsy? 🥰

[@pattibaileydesigns]

The acrylic nightlights are "Currently unavailable. We don't know when or if this item will be back in stock."

[@JenniferMaker]

You should be able to find one on the affiliate link or something similar. www.amazon.com/shop/jennifer.maker

[@tahirycarrasco7720]

So all the blades and housings from the maker don’t necessarily work well on the venture

[@JenniferMaker]

You can use the deep cut blade, foil tool and the bonded fabric blade.

[@janeidsmo7669]

Do you have a video of this without sublimation

[@JenniferMaker]

Yes, there is engraving tutorials. here is one for keychains. jennifermaker.com/easy-acrylic-keychains/

[@tamarachipman8243]

Are the acrylic sublimation specific, or just regular acrylic

[@JenniferMaker]

We have links in the materials list 😊🌻