Skill Level: Beginner
Tools & Supplies to Make It:
- MySawgrass+ Membership
- Sawgrass SG500 or SG1000 Printer
- Sawgrass Sublijet UHD Inks
- TruePix paper
- Flat Press
- 8.5”x11” or larger sublimation paper
- Hardboard Offset Frame
- Heat Tape
How to Create It:
- Log into MySawgrass and from the Landing Page choose Design.
- For your product, select the Hardboard Offset Frame for 4″x6″ (Landscape) by opening the Home Decor category or by using the search bar.
- On the Create Your Design Panel, click on Designs. Click on the filter icon and then select SPRING and click apply.
- Choose the Be Like a Sunflower design.
- Select any portion and resize to fit your frame better.
- You can change the text by clicking on the text field and then edit it by using the text panel on the left.
- Once the design is complete, hit the Print button and then on the Print Screen click on Print File.
How to Print It:
- You should get a popup that asks if you want to open Sawgrass Print Utility. You will need to click Open Sawgrass Print Utility. If you are not seeing this, you’ll need to disable your popup blocker.
- In Sawgrass Print Utility, start by scrolling down and making sure your print orientation is set to Landscape.
- For this project, use the preset for Hardboard Sign/Plaque.
- Make sure that the media size and type match what you have in the printer.
- On the Color Management Tab, we suggest having the Color Mode set to Vivid.
- When you’ve confirmed all of your settings, Hit Print.
How to Press It:
- Turn your press on and set the temperature to 400 degrees and the time to 60 seconds.
- To remove any dust, wipe down the frame with alcohol and a lint free cloth.
- Tape your image down to the frame
- Place the frame in the heat press and close.
- Wait 60 seconds before lifting the lid and removing the frame.
Tips & Tricks:
- This is a thicker item. Make sure to set your press before turning it on. Also, remove the glass before pressing if it is in place.
- To prevent damage to the product, it is best to wrap the paper to the back of the frame and tape it there instead of to the side.
