Sublimation Shirts For Beginners: Tutorial & Tips For DIY Success!
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Learn about the newest & coolest sublimation shirt ideas to take on your crafting journey!
I still smile when I think about the moment I peeled back my first successful sublimation T-shirt transfer. It looked so good I was genuinely surprised! I was expecting the colors to appear dull and maybe a little patchy or uneven. Instead, I found myself staring at a smooth, bright design that looked like it came straight from a professional press. That thrill is exactly why I love exploring new sublimation shirt ideas. It’s also why I wanted to share the process in a beginner-friendly way so you can skip the confusion and jump straight into creating something you’re excited to wear.
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MATERIALS LIST Contains my affiliate links – (As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases):
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* One (1) 100% Polyester White T-Shirt – https://amzn.to/4lLXD1w
* One (1) Sheet of 8.5 x 11 A-Sub Sublimation Paper 125g – https://amzn.to/4bzHRRz
* 12 x 12 White Cardstock – https://amzn.to/3xHeoqZ
* White Uncoated Butcher Paper – https://amzn.to/461bx8J
* A Free Google Account – https://accounts.google.com/signup/v2/webcreateaccount
* Sublimation Printer (I used a converted Epson EcoTank ET-2800 Inkjet Printer) – https://amzn.to/4bFxhbJ
* Sublimation Ink – https://amzn.to/3W05gWh
* Heat Press (I used the 9 x 9 Cricut EasyPress 3) – https://amzn.to/3ZkUPPH
* Cricut EasyPress Mat – https://amzn.to/3xRHC6m
* Heat-Resistant Tape – https://amzn.to/4fR4jJ6
* Lint Roller – https://amzn.to/3vHZtf8
* Fan (for ventilation) – https://amzn.to/4nb1DKf
* Scissors – https://amzn.to/4mQFIYq
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* Ruler or Measuring Tape – https://amzn.to/3X1xAZg
* T-Shirt Ruler Guide (optional) – https://jennifermaker.com/t-shirt-rulers
* Design # 785 – My free PNG design files are available in my free resource library – get the password by filling out the form at the bottom of this page – https://jennifermaker.com/resource-library#785
Topics covered in this tutorial on sublimation shirts for beginners:
00:00 Sublimation Shirt Ideas for Beginners
01:20 Get My Free Sublimation Shirt Designs
02:47 How to Print a Sublimation Design from Google Docs
05:40 How to Press a Sublimation Shirt
10:32 Design a Custom Double-Sided Sublimation Shirt
10:56 Show Off Your Sublimation Shirt
11:15 How to Care for Your Sublimation Shirt
11:33 Learn More Sublimation Shirt Ideas for Beginners
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Credits:
Introduction: PixelBytes (my daughter Alexa)
Music: Cute by Bensound (licensed, royalty and copyright free)
Videography: Jennifer and Greg on Panasonic Lumix FZ-1000 DSLR 4K cameras
Audio and Video Editing: Team JenniferMaker
Design: A Jennifer Maker original
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