Sublimation is a process to transfer dyes onto types of fabrics and materials. An image is created digitally, using something like Photoshop, and printed onto a chemically coated piece of paper with specialized sublimation ink. ... It's a great way of transferring images or designs onto different types of materials. 


Examples of sublimation blanks are mugs, glassware, phone cases, plates, cutting boards, license plates, coasters, tiles and puzzles. Sublimation is also popularly used on 100% polyester fabric items. Examples of this are polyester t-shirts, sweatshirts, socks, polyester top mouse pads, bags and cases