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Sublimatable tumblers are made with a special coating that allows them to be customized using the sublimation printing process. Sublimation printing is a process where heat and pressure are used to transfer ink onto the coating of the tumbler. This results in a permanent image that won't peel or fade over time. Did we mention it only takes a few seconds? WOO HOO!
Sublimatable tumblers are very easy to customize because the sublimation process is straightforward and doesn't require any special skills or training. LITERALLY ANYONE CAN SUBLIMATE WITH THE RIGHT TOOLS! To customize a sublimatable tumbler, you will need a sublimation printer, sublimation paper, heat-resistant tape, a heat press, and a sublimatable tumbler.
The first step is to create a design using graphic design software such as Adobe Photoshop or Illustrator. Or you can buy a design online. Once you have your design, you print it onto sublimation paper using a sublimation printer. Then, you wrap the paper around the tumbler and secure it in place with heat-resistant tape.
Next, you place the tumbler in a heat press and apply heat and pressure for a specified amount of time. The heat causes the ink on the paper to turn into a gas, which then bonds with the coating on the tumbler. Once the process is complete, you remove the paper and tape to reveal a vibrant and permanent image on the tumbler.
Overall, sublimatable tumblers are easy to customize because the sublimation process is simple and doesn't require any special skills or training. This makes them a popular choice for crafters, small and large businesses and individuals who want to create customized drinkware with ease in a short time.
Hope this was helpful!
37 comments
I just started with sublimation and I am in love with the amount I can do. I can really express myself through art that people actually want to have in their home. I started with vinyl which was ok but to be able to design a beautiful tumbler that people actually love is an amazing feeling! Thanks to the stainless depot, they have helped greatly with amazing prices and fast shipping!
I love to sublimate!! A little practice and after watching YouTube videos I think I’ve come up with a technique that works for me!! And I love these tumblers.
I love sublimation!
I agree 💯 % with you. I love ordering Sublimation items from you! They come out perfect everytime!!! Thanks for the blog!
I LOVE sublimation! My favorite part is definitely that you are not limited on designs. For example- with vinyl, it has to be something that you can weed. With water slides and clear cast decals they generally need to be put over a lighter colored base so that they show. With sublimation you can use any image. And the things that you can sublimate on are endless! I have done coffee mugs and tumblers from Hogg. I have also sublimated magnets, mouse pads, keychains, etc. And it’s SO easy to do!