Beginner guide to sublimation Baby Bib Our sublimation Baby Bib is from 100% polyester and is designed for dribble control during feeding and teething. This products is perfect for sublimation printing and are ideal for creating personalised gifts, allowing you to print custom designs, names, or images on the polyester front. With approximate dimensions of 36cm in length and 24cm in width, they are suitable for babies and toddlers. What is a sublimation baby bib A sublimation baby bib features a polyester print surface bonded to a soft backing. Key parts Front layerWhite polyester fabric built for sublimation ink transfer. Back layerCotton, microfiber, or neoprene for comfort and absorbency. How sublimation works on a bib Heat activates sublimation ink.Ink moves from paper into polyester fibers.The print becomes part of the fabric surface. Common mistakes Using cotton only bibs, ink will not bond.Pressing over snaps or seams.Choosing dark colored bib fronts, colors lose brightness. How to use a sublimation baby bib Step by step process Prepare the bibCheck the label for polyester content on the print side.Lint roll the surface to remove fibers.Lay the bib flat with the print side facing up. Prepare the artworkSize the design to fit the print area.Mirror the design before printing.Print using sublimation ink on sublimation paper. Set up the heat pressPlace butcher paper on the lower platen.Place the bib print side up.Place the printed paper ink side down on the bib.Cover with butcher paper to protect the press. Pressing guidelinesMany crafters start near 185 to 195 degrees Celsius.Press time often sits near 40 to 60 seconds.Use light to medium pressure to protect padding. Finish the pressOpen the press smoothly.Remove paper while hot for most bib blanks.Lay the bib flat to cool. Tips Press one bib at a time for even heat.Keep snaps outside the platen area.Trim paper close to the design to avoid ghosting. Common mistakes Too much pressure crushes padding.Too much heat causes yellowing.Skipping lint removal causes blue specks. We also sell a wide variety of HTV, Oracal Vinyl, Acrylic Blanks and Faux leather in Cape Town, and other crafting goodies. Our heat transfer vinyl and Oracal Vinyl is compatible with both Cricut and Silhouette machines.
