Print On Demand Cast: Print On Demand Tips and eCommerce Strategies for Selling POD on Etsy, Amazon, and More! E202: How To Sublimate a Coffee Mug [REBROADCAST]
Jun 26, 2024
This installment dives into the art of sublimating coffee mugs, with helpful tips on materials and techniques for vibrant prints. The hosts share personal stories from their tropical adventures in Hawaii, adding humor to the conversation. A feature on Kittle introduces a user-friendly design tool perfect for print-on-demand sellers. The episode also discusses creating custom beer-themed apparel, emphasizing the importance of quality design in boosting sales. Plus, there's a fun dad joke to lighten up the mood!
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What Is Sublimation?
- Sublimation involves dye sublimating from solid to gas directly into polyester-coated substrates.
- Travis and Josiah started their print-on-demand journey with sublimating coffee mugs because of its vibrant, durable finish.
Sublimating Black vs. White Mugs
- Sublimating black mugs poses challenges matching black ink with mug color.
- Variations in pressure, paper, and inks affect results drastically, making white mugs easier.
Retrofitting Inkjet for Sublimation
- Travis retrofitted an Epson inkjet printer with sublimation dye to start sublimating mugs affordably.
- This early setup was slower and prone to issues but cost about $150, a cheap entry point.