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Bring STEAM & STEM Learning to Life with Sublimation!

Sublimation is a hands-on printing process that uses heat and pressure to turn digital designs into vibrant, permanent images on specially coated surfaces like drinkware, apparel, hardboard, signage, awards, and more. Because the ink bonds directly to the material, sublimation offers a fun, visual way for students to explore concepts like heat transfer, changes in matter, color science, and digital design.

In STEAM and STEM classrooms, sublimation brings science and creativity together through real-world, project-based learning. Students can design artwork, diagrams, school spirit items, and classroom projects while gaining a better understanding of material properties and production processes in a way that feels both engaging and practical.

Our Epson Sublimation Classroom Bundles include the essentials needed to get started, making it easier to introduce sublimation into your curriculum with confidence!

What is sublimation?

Sublimation is a fascinating process where heat and pressure transform liquid ink directly into a gas, bonding it permanently to specially coated polyester surfaces like drinkware, apparel, hardboard, and so much more. It’s a colorful way to explore chemistry, heat transfer, and digital design all at once. In STEAM classrooms, sublimation allows students to apply science in a visually engaging way that turns their artwork, diagrams, or logos into tangible products. Using safe, non-toxic sublimation inks and blanks, this process is ideal for both creative expression and scientific discovery.

How would sublimation tie into STEAM/STEM classroom curriculum?

Sublimation connects seamlessly with STEAM/STEM curriculum, enabling students to investigate changes in matter, color science, and material properties. By utilizing tools like the Epson SureColor F570 sublimation printer, students can transform digital ideas into tangible products, including apparel, awards, and signage. This hands-on experience in design and production not only reinforces their understanding of matter's transformations but also enriches practical learning.

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What are some creative sublimation project ideas for the classroom?

1. School Spirit Wear — Create custom apparel and accessories featuring school logos, mascots, or event designs.
2. Student Businesses — Give students hands-on experience with entrepreneurship by designing and producing sublimated products to sell while learning about marketing, manufacturing, and product design.
3. Special Keepsakes for Home — Make personalized ornaments, photo panels, mugs, and other meaningful gifts students can take home to their families.
4. Practical Classroom Supplies — Design everyday items like pencil pouches, organizers, or classroom accessories personalized with student names or artwork.