According to my trademark lawyer, this is considered fair use. You can’t just put the name Taylor Swift alone on a shirt (or with her image, etc) because that implies that it is her own merchandise; however, saying you have her lyrics stuck in your head is not the same thing and would not likely be considered an infringement.

Wow, I'm so glad you are such an expert at my face that you felt the need to leave this incredibly rude and unnecessary comment about how it works. 🙄

wow, how rude.

Thank you! The foil that I used here is foil iron-on, so there is no need to move it to transfer tape since it is already attached to a plastic carrier sheet backing. :)

Yes, I do! You can see the shirts with the hearts and the names here: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/nMp3gLF8t7KnnGQ.htmlsi=G2pMrM7hdMXJxidy

If you go to the video description and click on the "more" link, it will expand the description, and there are links to every individual shirt that I tested in there :)

You are so welcome! I'm glad that you found it helpful! :)

Unfortunately, since this video was published, Bright Star Crafters has recently changed their business model, and they no longer sell these sublimation sheets. You can find similar pre-printed ink sheets at lots of other retailers, though, including Amazon (search "Sublimation Ink Sheets"), Heat Transfer Warehouse (WALASub Pattern Sheets), and Etsy.

I'm glad you found it helpful!

Thank you! :)

I have a no-brand one that I purchased off of Etsy (which is no longer available), but this one on Amazon looks to be very similar! amzn.to/3Ur4m4y

There are noticeable tactile differences between the materials (particularly between acrylic and wood), so I do think that might work for your needs.

Rayon definitely has a tendency to scorch at high temperatures, so I usually lower the temp whenever it is involved (even in small amounts). I'd throw that shirt in the washing machine and see what happens - sometimes the scorching can be washed away if it's not too heavy!

I typically avoid using bleach on sublimation-printed garments, but it is possible. I would recommend heavily diluting the bleach and using non-chlorine bleach only.

Just added that to the description - thanks for the heads up! You can get the files here: shop.happinessishomemade.net/collections/laser-files/products/name-puzzle-laser-svg

All of the pieces were 1/8" thick, and the letters were doubled up to give them additional thickness. You could also opt to use 1/8" for the backing and topper and 1/4" for the letters. :)

The company that I used in this video was Bright Star Crafters, but unfortunately, they recently stopped selling them. You can find similar pre-printed ink sheets at lots of other retailers, though, including Amazon (search "Sublimation Ink Sheets") and Heat Transfer Warehouse (WALASub Pattern Sheets).

Yes! For sublimation, you want the shirt to have at least 50% polyester content. The one that I used here is a Cricut brand shirt that is 95% polyester. : I'm so glad you enjoyed the video! :)

Unfortunately, Bright Star Crafters recently changed their business model, and they no longer sell these sublimation sheets. You can find similar pre-printed ink sheets at lots of other retailers, though, including Amazon (search "Sublimation Ink Sheets"), Heat Transfer Warehouse (WALASub Pattern Sheets), and Etsy.

@@Happinessishomemade I was wonder lol thank you so much will look into the others🙂

Thank you so much! :)

I typically use a clear satin Polycrylic spray, but any wood sealer should work! If the puzzle is going to be for a child who is still young enough to put things in their mouth, I may opt to use a beeswax wood sealer instead. :)

Absolutely! Infusible Ink and pre-printed ink sheets work great on mugs and tumblers in a sublimation oven!

Which software are you using? Most of them have an "ungroup" function that you can use to ungroup the letters.

@@Happinessishomemade same software. Creative space. I tried to ungroup but it was greyed out. Thanks!

@@BrittanieRobbins I just updated my XCS software and tested it on my computer, and it's also coming up greyed out for me as well, but that seems to be because it's importing the letters as ungrouped in the first place now (at least in my version of the software). If you're still having trouble with it, feel free to email me at [email protected], and I can send you a copy of the file with the individual letters.

I'm so glad to hear that you liked it and found it helpful! :)

Thanks, Heidi! I'm so glad you found it helpful! :)

Most sweatshirts will be a 50/50 blend - there are also some that have a higher in poly content, but they tend to have more of a silky, shiny finish that I don't personally care for. For the 50/50 blends, I like Jerzees NuBlend fleece crewnecks and hoodies, and for the higher poly count, check out the Augusta Sportswear hoodie on Amazon. :)

I sell wholesale sublimated t shirts and I like to use 100% polyester from o port for kids and adults. And for babies onesies I like to use the brand laughing giraffe and for toddler and youth size I use another brand not known but I love the way they look sublimated . I sell in a flea market too and my customers are very happy with those brands

I like the Port & Co. tee as the most cotton-like option here. The Cricut brand t-shirts are also heavyweight, and while they don't feel entirely like cotton (more like a poly-cotton blend), they are really soft and comfortable.

So fun! I'd love to see a photo of yours once you make it! 🥰

I'm so glad you enjoyed it! 😃

I washed the shirts both before sublimating (to remove any sizing or other chemicals) and after sublimating so that you could accurately see how much fading there is with the non-100& poly blends. :)

18 months is such a hard size to find in actual t-shirts instead of bodysuits! Bella + Canvas does make a Triblend 18 month tee that's 50% polyester (www.jiffyshirts.com/bellacanvas-3413B.html?ac=Gray+Triblend) and Etsy also has several sellers (tidd.ly/48V8OPw), though I haven't personally tried any of these brands.

Yes! Any of the Eco Tank models can be converted into a sublimation printer...just don't add the regular ink, only use the sublimation ink from the beginning! 😊

I mistakenly put the regular ink and later drain it out. can i still put in the sublimation ink@@Happinessishomemade

@@dinadikgalemolebogeng8210 You can, but you need to be sure to do it correctly. You can follow this tutorial from my friend Cori for how to do that: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/mNSFfdF5s6iRfJ8.html

I'm so glad you found it helpful! 😊

I started with a brand-new printer that had not previously been filled with ink. It is possible to flush the tanks if the printer has already been filled with standard ink, but it's a messy process, and the results can still be hit or miss. It's best to use a brand-new printer for sublimation.

You should be able to do that! Just make sure that the ink you use is actually waterproof so it doesn't run when you apply the epoxy. :)

I'd seal any sticker to be put on under epoxy.

For long cuts, it has to be done with the Smart Vinyl because regular vinyl is not quite wide enough to work in the machine without a mat. You don't have to use the vinyl roll holder, it just makes it much easier! :)

I actually go over how to use the slice tool three times in this video - you can watch it starting around the 2:20, 10:07, and 14:35 marks in the video. 🙂

@@Happinessishomemade thank you, I will just keep watching it!!😊

I think the sublimation ink sheets would be a great idea for you! They are super easy to use, and you can make a lot of different things with them!

@@Happinessishomemade Thank you iam happy i found your Video

I knew I was going to fill the engrave, so this is with the LPI boosted all the way up to 300, hence the extra time, but the engrave is super smooth and clean! 😊

Thanks for this great video! What masking material do you use to avoid scorch marks?

@@DebHeadworth This acrylic came pre-masked, but for materials that aren't already masked, I like to use this paper masking from Amazon (it can also be used as transfer tape for vinyl projects) - amzn.to/42UeLI2.

@@Happinessishomemade Thank you so much!!

I'm so glad that you found it helpful! ☺

Mine fade off of shirts also… I wait the time frame that they recommend and it fades on the first wash, I even wash in cold water!! I don’t know what I’m doing wrong!! I also use a cricut heat press!

@jeangrandy8672 same. I think it's the brand. Cricut brand stuff isn't the best. I perfer the paper studio brand vinyls. I've also had better luck with Amazon for Infusible ink paper and printing them myself but just to much money involved just to make t-shirts. The profit isn't there.