Sublimation HTV (Heat Transfer Vinyl) is a game-changer for crafters who want to create soft, vivid, and long-lasting custom apparel — especially when using sublimation ink. If you're ready to explore how to use A-SUB Sublimation HTV at home, you're in the right place!

In this tutorial, we’ll walk you through every step, from cutting the vinyl to transferring your design. Plus, we’ve included a video tutorial, PDF instructions, and free downloadable designs to help you get started.

• ✅ A-SUB Sublimation HTV

• ✅ Sublimation printer (like Epson with sublimation ink)

• ✅ Sublimation paper

• ✅ Cricut or other cutting machine

• ✅ Heat press or iron

• ✅ Parchment or Teflon paper

• ✅ Fabric (cotton blend or polyester works best)

Pick a design with clear outlines — letters, icons, logos, or shapes work great.
Use free transparent-background images from:

• A-SUB Free Design Library

• Canva

• Pinterest

1. Place A-SUB Sublimation HTV onto your cutting mat — shiny side down.

2. In your Cricut or Silhouette software, set to Basic Cut mode.

3. Don’t forget to mirror the design before cutting.

4. After cutting, weed the excess vinyl carefully, leaving only your design.

1. Print your design on sublimation paper using mirror mode.

2. Printer settings: Select High-Quality / Matte Paper.

3. Make sure the size of your print matches your HTV cutout exactly.

💡 Pro Tip: The printed colors should look bright and saturated — avoid dull prints!

1. Position the weeded Sublimation HTV on the fabric.

2. Pre-press at 365°F (185°C) for 15 seconds to adhere the HTV.

3. Carefully peel off the carrier sheet while warm.

1. Place your printed sublimation paper (ink side down) over the HTV.

2. Cover with parchment paper to protect your design.

3. Press at 365°F (185°C) for 60 seconds with firm pressure.

4. Peel hot to reveal a vibrant, permanent transfer!

The fabric should have a smooth, vivid, and seamless finish — no extra layers, just color-rich custom artwork!

• ✔ Always use Sublimation HTV, not standard HTV

• ✔ Use high-quality sublimation ink and paper

• ✔ Mirror your design before cutting/printing

• ✔ Pre-press your fabric to remove moisture

• ✖ Don’t skip parchment/Teflon paper – it protects from scorching

• ✖ Don’t move your heat press – it could blur the design

• ✖ Don’t use regular HTV – it won’t absorb sublimation ink

• Transfer looks faded or incomplete? Re-press with sublimation paper for 10–15 more seconds.

• HTV is lifting? Cover with Teflon sheet and re-press to reactivate adhesive.

Click below to watch the full step-by-step process in action!

Click below to download  Tutorial Document!
👉 Download

We’ve made it easy for you to start creating. Download our free transparent PNG files ready for sublimation:
👉 Download Free Designs Here

With A-SUB Sublimation HTV, creating custom full-color shirts, tote bags, and more has never been easier. Just follow the steps above, avoid common pitfalls, and you'll enjoy vibrant, professional-quality results — right from home!

Let me know if you want a version tailored for Shopify, a printable PDF version of this guide, or a promotional EDM email version!