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We’re continuing down our path of bringing together our Glowforge lasering with sublimation. While we previously gave you the Ultimate Guide to Sublimating on Acrylic, we’re taking it a big step forward with this tutorial and exploring how engraving fits into the acrylic sublimation picture.

That’s right – in this tutorial, we’re going to test all of the different scenarios we could think of when it comes to engraving on sublimated acrylic, addressing whether to sublimate or engrave first, how it looks to sublimate on the back of an engraved piece and more.

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Check out our tips for bringing together sublimation and engraving on acrylic:

🛒 Tools and Materials (most links = affiliate links):

Glowforge Pro: https://glowforge.us/f/MJVAZMME

1/8″ Cast Acrylic: https://shrsl.com/3ib6h

1/4″ Cast Acrylic: http://shrsl.com/3ib6k

16×20 Heat Press: http://shrsl.com/3mmhx

Sublimation Printer (Converted): https://amzn.to/3KONC0h

StarCraft Sublimation Ink: http://shrsl.com/38nlo

Sublimation Paper: https://link.justmightdiy.com/JPP-paper

Heat Resistant Tape: https://amzn.to/3MW1ZBe

Heat Resistant Gloves: https://amzn.to/3yiiyTN

Magnetic Board (for flattening): https://link.justmightdiy.com/MichaelsMagBoard

Silicone Mat (for flattening): https://amzn.to/3MZLR1T

Kettle Bell: https://amzn.to/3OUzE09

Sponge: https://amzn.to/3yiAePw

Masking Tape for Laser: https://amzn.to/3si6aPX

Scraper: https://amzn.to/3kLjGHG

Keychain Pieces: https://amzn.to/3yyzDJF

UV Resin: https://amzn.to/3KQiSMq

White Pigment: https://amzn.to/3MS9GIK

Popsicle Sticks: https://amzn.to/3w0TXA8

Mixing Cup: https://amzn.to/3ynz9pD

UV Light: https://amzn.to/38WbHoL

Toothpicks: https://amzn.to/3MVcVPD

Face Mask + Filters – https://amzn.to/333IS6I + https://amzn.to/3FZfahR

Cricut True Control (Exacto) Knife: https://amzn.to/3i64AfJ

Self-Healing Cutting Mat: https://amzn.to/33lYqTy

Designs Used:

Tye Dye Keychain Bundle: https://designbundles.net/adelineco/1245418-acrylic-keychain-tye-dye-sublimation-bundle?ref=PiheTd

Flower Letter: https://designbundles.net/plusstore/1856019-flower-letter-svg-floral-monogram-svg-flower-monog?pref=PiheTd&ref=PiheTd

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