Can I Sublimate on Cricut Coasters?

Sublimation printing is a great way to transfer artwork and photographs onto different surfaces. It works especially well for items such as mugs, t-shirts, and mousepads.

Recently, Cricut has introduced their own line of coasters that are specifically designed for sublimation printing. These coasters are made from polyester and are perfect for transferring vibrant images onto them.

The process of sublimating onto Cricut coasters is relatively straightforward. First, you will need to choose the design or photograph you want to transfer onto the coaster.

It is recommended that the artwork is at least 300 dpi in order to get a crisp and clear image on the finished product. Once you have your design ready, you will need to print it out on special sublimation paper using a dedicated sublimation printer.

Next, you will need to heat up your Cricut coaster using a heat press machine. The temperature and time settings will depend on the type of material used, but typically this should be around 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius) for around 45 seconds. Once your coaster is heated up, carefully place your printed design face down onto the coaster and close the heat press.

After some time has passed (usually around 45 seconds), open up the heat press and check if the image has been transferred onto the coaster successfully. If it has been successful, then it’s time to cool down your coaster by letting it cool down naturally or by cooling it with cold air from a fan.

Conclusion:

In conclusion, sublimating onto Cricut coasters is possible as long as you have all of the necessary equipment and materials available. The process itself isn’t too difficult but may require some practice in order to achieve great results every time.