![]() Let me show you how easy it is to add sublimation on wood! This post contains some affiliate links for your convenience (which means if you make a purchase after clicking a link I will earn a small commission but it won’t cost you a penny more)! Read my full disclosure policy. And don’t breathe in very close to the project while it’s still warm. Have your windows open and a fan going to help the fumes from sublimation dyes dissipate quickly. Good ventilation is important any time you use a sublimation process. You usually cannot use a household iron because sublimation ink activates at 350☏ (175☌) and irons can’t reach such high temperatures. To transfer the design, you can use an EasyPress, traditional heat press machines, or a Cricut Autopress, which is my favorite heat press machine. You can see my recommendations for the best results in my Sublimation for Beginners Ultimate Guide. I used my Epson printer, but you can find information on several printers in my Best Sublimation Printer to Buy in 2022 post. You will need a sublimation printer with special ink and sublimation transfer paper, and a laptop or desktop computer to make your sublimation on wood project. ![]() In the full video, I’ll show you all the results and compare them with a similar sublimation blank if you don’t need a wooden surface. If you want to see the wood grain and don’t mind less vivid colors, you can skip painting the wood. Surprisingly, it helps keep the blank from warping under the heat press, too! I also found that adding a layer of white paint helps the vibrant colors stand out on wooden pieces, so I recommend taking the time to paint one one. I tested sublimation on wood methods with a laminating sheet, special heat transfer vinyl, and a clear liquid coating with different preparation steps. Wood signs are popular craft projects, but incorporating sublimation dye can really expand your options! You can use my free seasonal gnome designs to get started, then create your own sublimation on wood designs!īut it takes some special techniques, so I’ll show you different ways to transfer a sublimation design to a wood surface. You can even earn bonus entries for sharing photos of the daily projects! Click here to learn more about the Merry Maker Mingle! Some of the amazing prizes are Cricut cutting machines, sewing machines, gift cards, and beautiful print editions of our popular Cricut Coach Playbook. On top of that, we host a giveaway with 25 days of prizes. What is the Merry Maker Mingle? This is an annual tradition here at JenniferMaker! Every day for the first 25 days of December, we gift you with a brand new project, design, tutorial, and video for something YOU asked us to make. Easy Paper Craft Ideas & Projects Expand.
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