Sublimation

Sublimation is a printing method where special ink turns into gas when heated and permanently bonds to coated surfaces—no peeling or fading. It works best on polyester fabric and poly-coated hard goods. You can sublimate vibrant designs onto items like t-shirts, mugs, keychains, bag tags, and tumblers. It’s perfect for crisp, long-lasting color that won’t wash out.

Popular Sublimation Blanks:

• Polyester shirts (65–100% poly)

• Poly-coated mugs and tumblers

• Aluminum panels

• MDF ornaments and bag tags

• Slate photo panels

• Mouse pads

• Neoprene items (koozies, coasters)

You can do this at home with a sublimation printer!

Please let me know if you have any questions and don't forget to join our Facebook group - Crafts for All with Crafteverly!

Quick Tip Tuesday - Arthritis and Crafting

 

I am not getting any younger, and sometimes when I craft, the joints in my hands begin to ache.  I figured there are probably others living with arthritic hands that would still like to do something creative with their hands, so I have six suggestions for crafts with minimal gripping, minimal fine motor work, and gentle on the joints.

1. Watercolor Painting

• Uses light brushes and gentle motions.

• No need for precision.

• You can use larger handles or foam grips to make brushes easier to hold.

  

  I did this with the guidance of Kerrie Woodhouse

  
  

2. Sticker Art / Washi Tape Crafts

• Washi tape journals, cards, bookmarks, and planners.

• Stickers & washi tape peel easily and don’t require cutting

3. No-Sew Fabric Crafts

• Make fleece tie blankets, scarves, or pillows.

• Only requires simple tying motions—no sewing, stitching, or gripping needles.

4. Foam Stamping

• Use large foam stamps and paint to decorate cards, gift bags, or signs.

• Big handles make it easy to press without finger strain.

5. Sticker Art / Washi Tape Crafts

• Washi tape journals, cards, bookmarks, and planners.

• Stickers & washi tape peel easily and don’t require cutting.

6. Decoupage (Mod Podge Crafts)

• Tear or cut paper loosely.

• Brush glue onto surfaces (wood shapes, glass jars, boxes).

• Very little hand strength required.

  
  
  

Have a crafty week!  I'd love to see you post some projects in our Facebook group.

Quik Tip Tuesday

 

Craft Tip: Try Before You Buy Sublimation Supplies

Thinking about getting into sublimation? Before you invest in equipment like ovens, sublimation paper, and blanks, try it out first!

Look for companies that offer hands-on classes at craft conventions (like Pinners) or make-and-take demos at trade shows. These sessions let you test their products, learn the process, and ask questions before you commit.

You’ll save money, gain confidence, and know exactly which tools fit your crafting style.  

This is what I did. Makerflo is really great at demonstrating their products and letting visitors see how it works.  I met them at Pinners, but there are other trade shows. Best of luck to any of you hoping to get into sublimation. 

Christmas Cards

 

Making some more Christmas Cards

This one is a pop-up card

Let me know what you think in the comments, please!  I'd love to hear from you!

Woud you vote for my "commercial" ?

 Hello Crafty Friends!

I have entered a contest using  something I recorded about two months ago. 

It's VIP AAP Submission #4 (Diana) and the time stamp is 4:48.  I'm in last place right now, but that could change if you vote for me!

Click here to watch, then click "next" to vote. Below are some cards I made during the Card Maker Success Summit.  I have my mojo back!  And I appreciate you taking a couple of minutes to vote!

Quick Tip Tuesday - Try Something New!

 As a crafter, I don't want to get stuck in a rut, and I don't want you to, either!  This past weekend, my daughter and I attended Pinners Conference and one of the new crafts we learned was needle felting.  I had low expectations, and I was afraid it would be too difficult, but it totally proved me wrong!  I loved it!  We purchased kits and took a class from Plumdiddle.  I'm excited to have a new hobby!

Plumdiddle booth examples of needle felting

My tip today is to try something new in the crafting  world!  If you usually sew, try HTV.  If you usually make cards, try a scrapbook page.  My daughter and I learned, not only needle felting, but how to do various resin crafts and how to create by paper quilling.  There are literally hundreds of crafts you could try, and I want to encourage you to move outside your comfort zone, at least for a little bit, and experience something new.

Have a crafty week!

Quick Tip Tuesday

 

You don't know if you like to do something or if you're good at it until you've tried it.

I have learned I am not fond of inking using layered stencils.  When the stencils are layered, and I have to try to line them up, I have a hard time getting them in exactly the right place. Layered flowers tend to be more forgiving as far as getting them lined up exactly, but the new landscape stencil I have is a chore to line up!  

One stencil that covers the whole card, fine!

But it's okay!  You don't have to enjoy every single technique, and you don't have to be an expert at everything, either.  But you never know until you try, so try something new this week!