Five Below Sublimation Blanks

October 12, 2022 by Leave a Comment

If you’re trying to save money on your sublimation projects, you have come to the right place. We love to shop at Five Below and recently we went there in search of craft supplies. Check out these Five Below Sublimation Blanks that we found there.

With these craft blanks, you’ll be able to make inexpensive sublimation gifts and projects to sell. Crafting can get expensive, but it doesn’t have to be. We love sharing sources for economical craft supplies with you!

Five Below Sublimation Blanks

Supplies:

MGL Sublimation Course – https://makersgonnalearn.com/course/makers-gonna-sublimate/
House Slippers – https://www.fivebelow.com/products/ivory-teddy-slide-slippers_2
Socks – https://www.fivebelow.com/products/10-pack-ladies-low-cut-socks-white
Laptop Sleeve
Yoga Towel – https://www.fivebelow.com/products/mat-size-yoga-towel-24in-x-68in
Notebook – https://www.fivebelow.com/products/premium-faux-leather-journal-7in-x-9in-yellow
Blanket – https://www.fivebelow.com/products/super-luxe-sherpa-blanket-50in-x-60in_2
Grey Sweatshirt
Travel Pillow – https://www.fivebelow.com/products/travel-neck-pillow-white
Bucket Hat – https://www.fivebelow.com/products/tie-dye-bucket-hat-multicolor
Headbands
Pillow – https://www.fivebelow.com/products/luxe-collection-purple-cotton-gauze-throw-pillow-16in

Items we tested from Five Below:

Let’s go over each of these items one by one.

House slippers:

As you can see one of these slippers looks better than the other. We found that to get the best results, we needed to increase the amount of heat we were using. With 400 degrees (the 3rd setting on the EasyPress Mini), our slippers turned out great! Because they’re such a bulky shape, we do suggest using the EasyPress Mini if possible.

Socks:

These work beautifully for sublimation! We get great results time after time.

Laptop Case:

Use a heat press for this (not your EasyPress Mini) to avoid any movement and shadowing. You’ll get great results on these laptop sleeves.

Yoga Towel:

Sublimation works on these towels flawlessly! You’re going to love the results you get.

Notebooks:

You might not think of notebooks as something to use as a sublimation blank, but these are easy to work with and great to use as gifts or items to sell. Customize them with your own designs to make something special.

Blankets:

There is a wide variety of blanket styles available at Five Below. They work beautifully as sublimation blanks. We have found that often, the more texture the blanket has, the better the results we get.

Shirts:

You can find lots of 100% polyester shirts at Five Below that you can use for sublimation. Many of their shirts have great quality and we like the texture of them as they feel much more expensive!

Neck Pillow:

These travel pillows are a great blank to use for sublimation.

Hats:

As you can see, this hat was an epic fail. The sublimation looks great, but the hat actually melted!

Headbands:

Customizing these headbands was a breeze with sublimation! The one thing you need to consider is that the design will stretch out as the headband is placed on your head.

Throw Pillows:

Look at the fantastic results we got with sublimating on these throw pillows! This gives you an inexpensive resource to add designs to for every holiday and season!

These are our favorite sublimation blanks from Five Below. We are ALL about saving money where we can in our crafting and we love passing along our money-saving tips to you. Happy crafting!

DIY Sublimation License Plate

September 23, 2022 by Paula W

This is such a fun idea for those of you who live in a state where only one license plate is required. Use the other license plate spot for something fun that reflects your personality like our monogrammed sublimation license plate! These make great gifts and products to sell too!

Infusible Ink Premium Vinyl On A Sublimation Blank License Plate

DIY Sublimation License Plate

Disclosure: Some of the links below are affiliate links provided for your convenience. This means, at no additional cost to you, we will earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase.

Font Used:

Scallop Monogram: https://makersgonnalearn.com/fonts/scallop-monogram/

Supply Links:

Step-by-step Instructions:

Download the font from Makers Gonna Learn. Then, unzip the file and install it on your computer..
In Design Space, grab a square from Basic Shapes over on the left and size it to the size of the license plate you are making. In this tutorial, it’s 12”x6”.
Open a text box and type in the letter for your last name (or whatever name you’re using for this monogram). When you open your fonts, be sure to take note that with a monogram there will be multiple files. In this case, we have Scallop Monogram Right, Left, and Center as our 3 files. Since this is the first letter of your last name, choose Scallop Monogram Center.
Next, open another text box and type in the first letter of your first name. Change that to Scallop Monogram Left.
Finally, open one more text box and type in the first letter of your middle name. Change that to Scallop Monogram Right.
We’re placing these side by side but we haven’t sized them yet because we want to show you a simple hack for that. Sizing them all at once makes it so much quicker and easier to get it perfect. Select all 3 of the letters and choose Align, Center Vertically. While they are still selected, choose Group.
Now, all 3 parts of your monogram will move together as one and you can size them appropriately for your license plate. Remember to think about where the holes will be on the actual license plate when sizing your design.
Delete the rectangle – it was just for visualization purposes. With your design selected, choose Attach or Weld to keep the pieces together and in order during the cutting process.
Click Make It. Then, Continue and connect to your machine. Set your material – we’re using Premium Vinyl. Place the vinyl on the cutting mat and then load the mat into the machine.
Once cutting is completed, unload the mat from the machine. Burnish your vinyl to the mat and weed away the excess vinyl. Remember to also weed away the centers of any letters as needed.
Apply transfer tape to your design. Burnish again. Flip the mat upside down and carefully peel the mat away from your design. Burnish your design again from the back.
Preheat the EasyPress to 385. Place the Infusible Ink sheet on the paper trimmer and line it up on the 6 inches mark and cut it.
Put the Infusible Ink sheet facedown on the license plate and make sure to line it up perfectly. In order to secure it, so it won’t move around, you can use the heat-resistant tape to tape it to the license plate. Place the Teflon sheet over the Infusible Ink on the license plate. It needs to heat up for 40 seconds with minimal pressure.
Remove the Teflon sheet. Allow the license plate to cool down before peeling up the heat-resistant tape. Remember that this is metal so it will take a bit longer to cool.
Remove the backing of the monogram. Place it where you’d like on the license plate. Burnish well. Peel up the transfer tape.
The last thing you need to do is apply the mod podge to seal the license plate. Get a good amount on your paintbrush and apply it smoothly. Mod podge goes on white and dries clear. NOTE: It needs to be cured for 28 days before using it outside.

Easy Sublimation Keychains

September 21, 2022 by Paula W

Are you looking for a great Cricut Christmas Gift idea? These personalized keychains are perfect. We love having any excuse to use our sublimation printer and this easy sublimation.

Easy Sublimation Keychains

Disclosure: Some of the links below are affiliate links provided for your convenience. This means, at no additional cost to you, we will earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase.

Cut Files/Fonts Used:

Christmas Pattern
Peace Love Christmas
Christmas Trees
Click Clack

Supply Links:

Step-by-step Instructions:

Measure your sublimation keychain blank and add that size shape in Design Space, ours is a 2″ circle.
Upload all of the PNGs you need.
Refer to the training video at time 2:48 for a detailed tutorial of the Design Space process for these three keychain designs.
Once everything is created you can then press “make it”, mirror the design, send it to your sublimation printer, print it out, and allow your Cricut to cut it.
Preheat your EasyPress to 400 degrees.
Lay the design onto your keychain blank and align it how you want it. Use tape to secure it down if needed.
Place your EasyPress on it and apply light pressure for 50 seconds.
Allow the keychain blank to cool completely then remove the paper.
Add your tassel and hardware accessories and enjoy!

Sublimation Pattern Mug

September 21, 2022 by Paula W

We love this sublimation pattern mug. You might think it is tricky to make, but once you know how, it’s simple!

Sublimation Pattern Mug

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Cut Files/Fonts Used:

Glitter Drip
Hopeful
Flourish

Supply Links:

Step-by-step Instructions:

Using basic shapes insert a square, change the color to white, and set the dimensions to 9.25” by 4.25”. This size is for a 15 oz mug.
Import glitter drip cut file, and size it to fit onto your white square.
Create your quote using fonts and size it to fit onto one side of the mug.
Select all the layers and flatten them.
Print image using a sublimation printer and sublimation paper. Make sure to mirror the image!
Cut out using your Cricut.
Place cut sublimation on the mug and tape down using heat-resistant tape.
Place mug in mug press.
Once finished, carefully remove the mug and set it on the EasyPress mat to cool.
Once completely cool, remove the tape and sublimation paper.

Sublimation Makeup Bag

September 20, 2022 by Paula W

We just love making sublimation craft projects. If you feel the same, you’re going to love this sublimation makeup bag. It makes a great gift.

Sublimation Makeup Bag

Disclosure: Some of the links below are affiliate links provided for your convenience. This means, at no additional cost to you, we will earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase.

Cut Files/Fonts Used:

Teal Felt
Peach Felt
Orange Felt
Light Green
Arcade

Supply Links:

Step-by-step Instructions:

Go to DS & upload the design
You are going to slice your letters from your file
Once they are sliced, size accordingly to fit the bag
Once fitted, print out the design & cut the edge off
Place the printed design face down on the bag
Once placed on the bag, make sure to tape down
Make sure to place butcher’s paper inside the makeup bag & on top covering your design.
Heat at 400 degrees for 60 seconds & you’re done!

Brush Stroke Print & Cut Mug

September 18, 2022 by Paula W

This brush stroke print & cut mug is super cute and colorful! We’ll show you just how easy it is to make this. It makes a fantastic gift.

Brush Stroke Print & Cut Mug

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Cut Files Used:

Brush Strokes
Happy/Sad – You Decide

Supply Links:

Step-by-step Instructions:

Using basic shapes, insert an 8.75×3.8” white rectangle
Import brush strokes cut file, duplicate, and place both on top of the white rectangle
Ungroup cut file and change colors to the desired color palette
Import the “you decide” cut file. Change colors to the desired color. Duplicate and place one graphic on the left side of the mug template and the other on the right side of the template
Select all the layers and flatten
Print image using sublimation printer and sublimation paper
Cut out using Cricut
Place cut sublimation on mug and tape down using heat-resistant tape
Place mug in the mug press
Once finished, carefully remove the mug and set it on heat resistant surface (like an easy press mat)
Once completely cool, remove tape and sublimation paper

Sublimation on a Blanket

September 18, 2022 by Paula W

In this video, we’re breaking free from the print then cut size restraints of Cricut Design Space to create a sublimated micro fleece lap blanket full of color and large images! Easily customize this blanket by utilizing an MGL font to add a name. Learn all of our tips for sublimation on a blanket.

Sublimation on a Blanket

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Cut Files/Fonts Used:

Orange Cat
You Had Me At Meow
Atmospheric

Supply Links:

Tips For Using Sublimation On A Blanket2 300x200 1

Step-by-step Instructions:

Import cut files, size, and manipulate as needed. Size files so that they can each be printed on 13×19″ pieces of sublimation paper.
Add a text box and type in “name” using the atmospheric font. Color match text to cat collar color.
Color match paws to cat body color.
Transform all cut files and text to reflect (mirror).
Save each image as a png (if sizes like mine, there should be 6 saved images total.)
Print each image. Makes sure to select the 13×19″ paper setting
Using scissors, cut around each image for easier placement.
Use heat-resistant tape to keep sublimation paper in place.
Apply heat to each section of printed sublimation paper. 400 degrees for 40 seconds.
Remove paper and tape.

Ceramic Sublimation Christmas Ornament

September 15, 2022 by Paula W

This personalized ceramic sublimation Christmas ornament makes the perfect Cricut gift idea! You can make these for everyone on your gift list and they’re sure to love it. If you’re looking for some great sublimation projects, this is the project for you.

Ceramic Sublimation Christmas Ornament

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Cut Files/Fonts Used:

Brown Hair
Blond Hair
Christmas Accessories
Clothes
Dogs
Ballin

Supply Links:

Step-by-step Instructions:

Measure your sublimation ornament blank and add that size shape in Design Space, ours is a 3″ circle.
Upload all of the PNGs you need. The ones we used are “Brown Hair”, “Blonde Hair”, “Christmas Accessories”, “Clothes”, and “Dogs”.
Now you will use basic shapes to slice out all of the pieces of the PNG’s you need.
When you have all your needed pieces sliced out, begin assembling your family.
Once you’re finished, flatten everything where you want it to go. Refer to the training video for a detailed tutorial on this Design Space process.
Once everything is flattened you can then mirror it, send it to your sublimation printer, print it out, and allow your Cricut to cut it.
Preheat your EasyPress to 400 degrees.
Lay the design onto your ornament and align it how you want it. Use tape to secure it down if needed.
Place your EasyPress on it and apply VERY STRONG pressure for 50 seconds.
Allow the ornament to cool completely then remove the paper.
Add your ribbon and enjoy!

How to Sublimate on Cotton

August 22, 2022 by Paula W

If you have been working on sublimation projects for a while, you may think that you can only sublimate on polyester. Well. we’re here to tell you that you CAN sublimate on cotton! Wow! The DTF film and adhesive we’re demonstrating here is a game-changer.

Be sure to check out this post and video and learn how that’s possible. We will show you just how to make sublimation crafts on 100% cotton, opening up a whole new selection of materials to use with your projects. This is a must-see for sublimation fans.

How to Sublimate on Cotton

DTF means direct to fabric and it is what makes all the difference in being able to sublimate on 100% cotton. Let’s get started and show you how easy it is to use.

Materials needed:

100% cotton t-shirt – https://amzn.to/3pk2fAh
DTF Transfer Adhesive Powder – https://amzn.to/3duy7PT
DTF Transfer Film – https://amzn.to/3JQDGVc
A piece of copy paper
A bin to put the adhesive in
Measuring tape
Masking tape
Sublimation Printer: https://amzn.to/3P4BOd3
Sublimation Ink: https://www.143vinyl.com/starcraft-su…
Heat press: https://www.143vinyl.com/starcraft-he…
Heat resistant gloves: https://amzn.to/3dR01mt
Cut file: https://makersgonnalearn.com/cut_file…

Step-by-step tutorial:

WORKING IN CANVA

1 – Download your desired Print then Cut cut file from Makers Gonna Learn. Open Canva and set the size of your design. Ours is 8.5 by 11 inches. Then click Create New Design.

2 – Upload your PNG file. If you drag and drop, it will automatically upload for you.

3 – Size your design as desired. Remember that it needs to work within the confines of the transfer film.

4 – You need to mirror your image. To do that in Canva, you can do it by clicking on Flip. You can then Flip Horizontally or Flip Vertically. For our purposes, we flipped horizontally.

Choose Transparent Background When You Download 1

5 – Click Share. Download. Choose Transparent Background. Click Download.

PRINTING YOUR DESIGN

6 – Open the image that was downloaded. Choose your sublimation printer. We find this product works best on the “Photo on Glossy Paper” setting. Change the quality of the print to “Best”.

7 – Before you print, it’s important to prepare the film. We found it worked best to tape it to a sheet of copy paper and feed it through the printer that way. Make sure you are working with the film print side (matte side) up. Line it up with the copy paper underneath it as close to the top as possible, leaving a little bit of space for the tape. Try to get the masking tape as close to the top of the film as you can so it covers it as little as possible.

8 – Make sure you know how your particular printer feeds before loading the paper. Ours works with the side it’s going to print on face down. This is very important.

Pro Tip: If you don’t know how your printer works, use a plain piece of copy paper. Put an X on one side and feed it into your machine. Print it and find out which side it prints on.

Print your design.

Place The Printed Image In The Bin Of Adhesive

Move The Paper Around Until The Transfer Sheet Is Covered In Adhesive

ADDING THE ADHESIVE

9 – Put the adhesive (it’s a powder) into a bin that’s large enough to hold your printed design. Without touching your printed image, slide it into the bin. Carefully move the transfer around until it is completely coated with the adhesive. You want it well coated with the adhesive.

Pro Tip: Hold it up to the light so you can make sure that the design is thoroughly coated.

Place Design Under Heat Press To Cook It

10 – Place your design on your heat press. You want the heat set to 385 degrees. Lower the lid but don’t let it touch the design and adhesive. You want to heat it for 30 seconds to a minute and a half. Since we used a clamshell style heat press and the lid lowers at an angle, we turned our design around when it was partway “cooked” so that it would be heated more evenly.

HEATING YOUR DESIGN

11 – Once your design is heated, you will see that it no longer looks powdery. The adhesive has melted and you can see your design as with the image above. You are able to see the colors and details now.

12 – Press your shirt in the heat press for about 10-15 seconds to get all of the wrinkles out. Place the design on the shirt and cover with a piece of butcher paper. Press for 30-35 seconds. It’s a good idea to wear heat resistant gloves when you take the shirt from the heat press.

Pro tip: A warm peel did not give us good results. Cold peel was best. We like to rub the shirt against a cold surface (like a marble countertop) to help cool it down faster. Flip it over and rub it again on the other side.

Once Cool To The Touch Peel Off The Transfer Sheet

13 – Once the design is cool to the touch, slowly begin peeling away the transfer sheet.

Isn’t this an amazing technique? Let us know if you give it a try.

Cricut Wood Crafts

May 31, 2022 by Paula W

Have you ever thought of making some crafts with wood and your Cricut machine? Cricut Wood Crafts are really popular, but often, people only think of making signs with wood and vinyl.

We’ve got a variety of different ways that you can use wood with your die cutting machine and we think you’re going to be really inspired by these. We are so excited to share our favorite wood projects along with some great Cricut hacks with you!

Cricut Wood Crafts

Iron on Wood

When we apply vinyl to wood, like when we’re making signs, we prefer to use heat transfer vinyl and iron it on. As long as you’re using smooth wood (sand if needed!), it applies and sticks beautifully. We find that signs made with iron-on vinyl last a really long time too!

Stenciling

Another great way to add a design to wood using your Cricut machine is by stenciling. You can make a stencil out of freezer paper or vinyl and then add your design using paint.

Using the Knife Blade

If you’ve got a Cricut Maker, get out that knife blade and you can cut out some thicker materials to create some amazing projects. You can use the knife blade to make some chipboard coasters, a custom made jigsaw puzzle, your own clipboards, light up marquee letters, and so much more!

Do Wood Burning with your Cricut

You can create designs in Cricut Design Space and then use our chemical wood burning technique to get that wood-burned look on your signs, boxes, or other wooden projects.

Sublimate on Wood

That’s right. You can do sublimation on wood! It’s a really simple technique and gives such pretty results.

Do you make many wood projects with your Cricut machine? We love them and can’t wait to find some more techniques to share with you. Be sure to share your craft projects with us in our private Facebook group or on social media using the hashtag #MakersGonnaLearn.