Beyond T-Shirts: 15 Creative Uses for Your Flat Heat Press
Beyond T-Shirts: 15 Creative Uses for Your Flat Heat Press
Think your flat heat press is just for t-shirts? Think again! That versatile machine in your workshop is a gateway to a massive world of creative and profitable sublimation projects. If you’re looking for new flat heat press ideas, here are 15 innovative items you can customize to expand your product range and wow your customers.
- Tote Bags: A classic for a reason. Create custom designs for shopping, books, or everyday use.
- Pillowcases: Personalize bedrooms and living rooms with custom photo pillows or decorative designs.
- Mousepads: An easy and popular item for corporate branding, gamer setups, or home offices.
- Coasters: Press onto ceramic, MDF, or rubber coasters. You can press multiple at once for efficiency.
- Puzzles: Turn a family photo or piece of artwork into a fun, interactive gift by sublimating it onto a blank puzzle.
- Metal Photo Panels: Offer premium, high-gloss photo prints on aluminum panels for a modern and durable alternative to canvas.
- Rock Photo Slates: Create rustic, high-end photo displays with a unique, natural edge.
- Makeup & Pencil Bags: Small polyester bags are perfect for personalization and make great gifts.
- Bookmarks: Press onto aluminum or polyester bookmarks for a unique gift for book lovers.
- Garden Flags: Create seasonal or personalized flags for home gardens and entryways.
- Can Koozies / Coolers: Flat, unfoldable can koozies are easy to press and are always popular for events and parties.
- Ornaments: Press onto ceramic or metal ornaments for Christmas, birthdays, or special occasions.
- Clipboards: Personalize clipboards for teachers, coaches, or office workers.
- Door Hangers: Create custom welcome signs or kids’ room door hangers on MDF or specially coated wood blanks.
- Journals & Notebooks: Customize the fabric or polyester covers of journals for a truly personal touch.
Maximizing Your Flat Press
The key to these creative sublimation projects is using the right blanks. Ensure any product you choose is specifically designed for sublimation, meaning it has a polyester coating or is made from a high-polyester fabric.
By thinking “beyond the t-shirt,” you can turn your flat heat press into the most versatile tool in your business, constantly offering new and exciting products to your customers.
Ready to get creative? Explore our huge range of sublimation blanks at Maker’s Supply and discover what your heat press can really do!