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We won't be doing all of the following, nut its kinda fun to know you could at umakers. Sublimation is very popular on Etsy, and the most popular items fall into a few main categories, including the final printed products and the digital designs used to create them.
Here is a list of popular things made by or for sublimation on Etsy:

### 1. Drinkware

• Tumblers (especially 20oz skinny tumblers): These are extremely popular and frequently sold with trendy, seasonal, or personalized designs.
• Coffee Mugs: Custom 11oz and 15oz mugs featuring quotes, photos, or novelty designs.
• Travel Mugs and Insulated Bottles: For people on the go.
• Can Coolers/Koozies
• Libbey Glass Can Wraps (Designs): Digital designs specifically sized for the 16oz glass cans.

### 2. Digital Designs & Templates

• Tumbler Wrap PNG Bundles: Digital files (PNG format) that are sized and ready to print for tumblers. These are top sellers, often featuring themes like:
• Sarcastic/Funny Quotes
• Floral and Watercolor designs
• Seasonal (e.g., Christmas, Halloween)
• Abstract/Patterned (e.g., tie-dye, animal print, glitter)
• Mug Wrap PNGs: Similar to tumbler wraps, but for standard mugs.
• Sublimation Templates (Canva Editable): Blank templates for various products that sellers can easily customize.
• Sublimation Prints/Transfers (Ready to Press): Physical paper transfers of designs that buyers can use with their own heat press.

### 3. Apparel & Accessories

• T-Shirts and Sweatshirts: Especially 100% or high-percentage polyester shirts, or shirts with faux bleach effects.
• Keychains and Key Fobs: Often personalized or novelty items (e.g., lip balm holders, hand sanitizer holders).
• Earrings: Teardrop, bar, or other shaped earrings with vibrant designs.
• Tote Bags: Flat polyester bags are easy to press and popular for custom designs.

### 4. Home Goods & Decor

• Cutting Boards (Glass or Wood Blanks with Sublimation Panels): Often personalized with family names or funny kitchen quotes.
• Ornaments: Ceramic or MDF ornaments, very popular during the holiday season.
• Coasters: Sets with unique designs for home or office.
• Kitchen Towels/Tea Towels: Featuring funny or seasonal designs (e.g., the popular Highland Cow designs).
• Photo Slates and Panels: Customized with photos, a popular gift item.
• Bookmarks: Flat aluminum or MDF bookmarks, often with literary or floral themes.
• Mouse Pads/Gaming Mats: Easy to sublimate and a functional item.

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Note on Popular Themes: Across many of these product types, the designs that frequently trend or top the best-seller lists often include: Sarcastic/Adult Humor, Western/Boho Styles, Seasonal/Holiday themes, Floral patterns, and Inspirational/Affirmation quotes.