How Design A Glitter Edge Tumbler In Canva And Sublimate It!

Introduction

This tutorial will guide you through the process of designing and sublimating a custom glitter edge tumbler using Canva. Sublimation is a popular crafting technique that allows you to create vibrant, long-lasting designs on various surfaces. By following these steps, you'll learn how to create a tumbler that not only looks fantastic but also has a seamless finish for a professional appearance.

Step 1: Gather Your Materials

Before you start, ensure you have all the necessary materials on hand. Here’s what you’ll need:

• 20 oz. straight side sublimation tumbler
• 8.5” x 11” sublimation paper
• Sublimation printer (e.g., Epson EcoTank ET-2800)
• Sublimation ink
• Sublimation convection oven
• Oven thermometer
• Heat resistant gloves
• Heat resistant tape
• Heat shrink wrap (if needed)
• Heat gun
• Scraper
• Looped tape measure
• Scissors
• Paper trimmer
• Cooling rack
• Silicone mat
• Isopropyl alcohol
• Lint-free cloth
• Design files (available for free at Jennifer Maker's website)

Step 2: Design Your Tumbler in Canva

1. Open Canva: Go to Canva's website and log in or create a free account.
2. Set Up a Custom Size: Click "Create a design" and choose "Custom size." Enter the dimensions based on your tumbler's measurements:
   • Width: Circumference of the tumbler (e.g., 9.3 inches)
   • Height: Height of the tumbler (e.g., 8 inches)
3. Create Your Design:
   • Use guides to help position elements. Drag vertical guides from the rulers to mark important sections (e.g., for the name and photo).
   • Add elements like torn edge frames and glitter images from the Elements tab.
   • Position your name and any photos accordingly, ensuring they fit within the visible area of the tumbler.
4. Finalize and Download: Once satisfied, name your design and download it as a PNG file.

Step 3: Print Your Tumbler Wrap

1. Open Google Docs: Go to Google Docs and create a new document.
2. Set Up Page: Adjust the page orientation to landscape and set margins to zero. Ensure the paper size matches your sublimation paper.
3. Insert Your Image: Upload your tumbler wrap PNG and resize it to the correct dimensions (9.3 inches wide and 8 inches tall).
4. Prepare to Print:
   • Make sure your sublimation printer is loaded correctly with sublimation paper.
   • Check printer settings to ensure the image is mirrored and print quality is set to the best quality.

Step 4: Wrap and Sublimate Your Tumbler

1. Trim the Design: After printing, cut away excess white paper from the top and bottom edges, careful not to touch the design edges.
2. Prepare the Tumbler:
   • Clean the tumbler with isopropyl alcohol and a lint-free cloth.
   • Wrap the printed design around the tumbler with the ink facing in, aligning the top and bottom edges.
   • Secure the design with heat resistant tape, ensuring it’s tight and straight.
3. Sublimate:
   • Preheat the convection oven to 375°F (190°C).
   • Wrap the tumbler in white butcher paper and secure it with tape.
   • If using, place the tumbler in a shrink wrap tube and use a heat gun to tighten the wrap around the tumbler.
   • Place the tumbler horizontally in the preheated oven. Bake for six minutes, giving it a quarter turn every minute and a half.
4. Cooling: After baking, let the tumbler cool for one to two minutes on a cooling rack before removing the wrap and tape.

Conclusion

Congratulations! You've successfully designed and sublimated a glitter edge tumbler. This project showcases the beauty of sublimation and how you can create personalized items that last. For further exploration, consider joining crafting communities or exploring additional sublimation projects to enhance your skills. Happy crafting!