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how to sublimate golf towel

by Prof. Alexis Greenfelder Published 3 years ago Updated 2 years ago
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To start, you will need some basic supplies.

  • Step 1: Print Design The first step is to print your design onto the sublimation paper. I like to print images that are...
  • Step 2: Cut Out Design The image should be cut out and placed face-down on a towel while it is still folded. Then, using...
  • Step 3: Press Golf Towel

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Full Answer

Can You sublimate kitchen towels?

NO WEEDING! Seriously, once everything is designed, you can make each towel in a matter of minutes. The key to sublimating kitchen towels is that they need to be polyester. In the case of towels, this means to look for microfiber.

What is sublimation and how do I use it?

Sublimation is one time when you do really want a heat press instead of using a household iron. Getting the constant pressure over the entire design for a long time is key for a good transfer.

What size printer do I need to make a towel?

For design size, I find that a dimension of 5″x8″ is the maximum size that fits nicely on the towel when folded. I use an Epson EcoTank printer, you can learn all about using this printer here .

How do I find a good sublimation file?

Using search terms of “sublimation designs”, “PNG”, “SVG”, or “Digital Design” along with your desired design is a great way to find files that can be sublimated. Once the design is imported into your desired program, make sure that the image is reversed before printing.

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How do you make a sublimation towel?

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How do you sublimate a microfiber towel?

Temperature: 400F Time: 45 - 60 secondsPrint image in reverse.Position product on heat press, transfer on top, and secure with thermal tape.Press according to following time/temperature/pressure.After pressing, remove paper immediately.

How do you turn a towel into a golf towel?

InstructionsIf you are using a kitchen towel, cut off the fringe on each end. Fold each edge of the towel over twice, ¼ inch each time. ... Attach a grommet or eyelet (round metal hardware with an open circle within it) at the upper left corner of the towel. ... Use a golf towel clip to attach the golf towel to your golf bag.

Can you sublimate a beach towel?

Turn a plain day at the beach into a party with customizable beach towels! These microfiber velour towels can be full sublimated to showcase brilliant images, photos and more.

Can you sublimate 100% microfiber?

Microfibre towels, synthetic silk, and synthetic satin work perfectly with dye-sublimation. Natural silk can be sublimated but the print will look faded (great for subtle/vintage effect) and may wash out slightly. Nylon must be sublimated at a lower temperature, but the vibrancy and longevity should not be affected.

Can I sublimate towels?

The key to sublimating kitchen towels is that they need to be polyester. In the case of towels, this means to look for microfiber. White towels work the best because the sublimation printer doesn't print white, so that is the negative space of the design.

What size are golf towels?

Size. The dimensions of the golf towel are approximately 1 ½ foot in length and approximately 8 inches wide.

What are golf towels made out of?

Your current golf towel is most likely made from cotton and cotton tends to smear dirt around instead of attracting it. Microfiber golf towels are specifically designed to attract dirt particles -- to lift and trap them. Another way to describe a microfiber golf towel is that it behaves like a magnet for dirt.

What makes a printer sublimation?

So how does sublimation work? Well, sublimation printing uses heat to essentially bring ink and fabric together as one. First, a design is printed onto special paper. The inks that are used turn into gas when brought under heat, then combine with the fabric and permanently print onto the fabric.

Does kapton tape work on towels?

The design really needs to stay put on the material while it is pressed, Kapton tape is a great solution to help hold the design since it is heat resistant. I don’t always use tape when doing towels because they are so nice and flat; however anything that has raised seams such as onesies or masks I always use tape.

Can you sublimate kitchen towels?

Seriously, once everything is designed, you can make each towel in a matter of minutes. The key to sublimating kitchen towels is that they need to be polyester. In the case of towels, this means to look for microfiber.

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