here is where you come to learn sublimatioN PRINTING
JUST SOME OF THE ITEMS YOU CAN PRINT ON
Dominos with box
Shoe Slides
Baby wear
Instructor Bio
Hello my name is Anthony Covington, and in 2000, I started Something to be proud of balloons a balloon design company, which not only included custom balloon assembly and design but also included custom printed balloons. Then in 2008, I started Novelty Printing LLC. At Novelty Printing LLC, we do custom and promotional printing. I enjoy custom printing and designing on over 3,000 items. I can print on anything from t-shirts to license plates.
But most of all I love teaching individuals on Sublimation printing process. I received a Certificate from Prince George’s Community College (PGCC) in Computer Graphic Design in 2015. I also competed and won first place at the student art show at PGCC in 2012 and third place in 2013.
INTRODUCTION
Introduction
Dye sublimation is another imprinting process that offers great possibilities. It can be a start-up business by itself and an excellent opportunity for an existing business to further diversify, by offering their customers a broader selection of products. re is no question, that in today’s market, opportunities abound for the Hard working entrepreneur. Those who learn the tools of this trade and offer their customers quality products, produced with dye sublimation, can earn good money and have fun.
The purpose of this class is to provide you with imprinting information. The specific information in this class is about dye sublimation and imprinting on fabrics, mouse pads, mugs, tiles and etc. This class will provide the critical information that you need to decide what the best choices are for you.
This class will teach you about dye sublimation, sublimation inks, sublimation transfer paper, sublimation products and heat presses. The more you learn the better your chances for success.
We think the best place to start is by providing good information so you can make good decisions.
Course Syllabus
Welcome to Sublimation printing course
A. Description
An introductory course to sublimation printing and it will aid the student/printer to discover if they choose to pursue printing as a hobby or as a way to market items. This course involves using the Corel Draw software program which will enable you to customize your images for printing utilizing the flat/mug presses and the finalization of printing novelty items.
B. Organization
This is a lecture-lab course in which safety and printing topics are presented by the instructor. The software is explained as well as the equipment being used for the lecture portion of the class. The lab portion of the class includes the student’s getting hands-on training and printing two items for themselves.
C. Prerequisite
This is an introductory sublimation printing course; therefore, no previous printing background (experience or training) is required. However, a basic knowledge of a computer, windows programs and keyboarding is required.
D.Course Topics
The course will cover the following items:
1. Equipment and Basic Printing.
2. Graphics and Designs.
3. Safety when using the Flat/Mug presses.
4. Meaning/Reason for Time Temperature Pressure (TTP).
5. Introduction to Mug Printing (Heat Press Method).
6. Introduction to the CorelDRAW software.
7. Introduction to designing using the Corel Draw software.
8. Pricing your products.
9. Wholesalers for blank products.
10. Hands-on printing.
E. Text and Required Supplies
1. Class Handouts (including syllabus).
2. Oven Mitt or Lab Grade Heating Gloves.
3. A $30.00 material fee (included in $250.00 tuition).
F. Meeting Times
One day a week for 2 hours, during a four-week period.
Time: TBA
G. Grading
Coursework will be weighted as follows:
1. Quizzes on safety and design Pass/Fail
2. The designing, printing and the processing of item Pass/Fail
3. Attendance: Must be present all four class days Pass/Fail
H. Cost
$250 per student
I. Location of Class
TBA
J. Time of Class
TBA
K. For more information
240-603-6662
