Sublimated Keychain with a QR code

Want to bring your sublimated designs to life? Use a QR code!

QR codes are a type of barcode that you can scan with your cellphone camera to bring up a website browser.  Want to see how we combined tech with sublimation? Scroll down!

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You Need:

To Make your QR keychain, you need to:

1 – Create a QR code. Many websites let you create one for free. Just google free QRcode generator. And then save it onto your computer.

2 – Open the QR code within your sublimation design program and resize it to fit your blank. 

3 – Once you figure out the size that you want, send it to the printer! Don’t forget to mirror your design.

4 – Trim the edges of the paper to fit your blank.

5 -Face the ink side down onto your blank. 

6 – Tape it down so it doesn’t wiggle.

7 – Press it with your heat press! You can find the temperature and time duration by checking the instructions on your blanks.

8 – Peel hot.

9 – If you have a keychain, you will need to stick the blank to the keychain.

10 – Test your new, awesome keychain by holding your camera over the code and see what pops up. (Ours will take you to Pro World‘s Site!)

11- Admire Your Results.

Need an idea on what you can create? You could have your QR code:

  • Point to a video that you uploaded on youtube – this would look great as a sublimated photo with a wedding video!
  • Direct business to your website or social media page with the help of a keychain or name badge!
  • Direct to a music streaming site so that a special song will play you can print it on your favorite bag so you always have your favorite song with you.

Have you made a custom QR product? Let us see! Tag us on social @proworldinc

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Top 10 Video Tutorials of 2020

Did you know that every week we go live every Friday on Facebook and YouTube at 12:15? If you haven’t joined in, you should make it a resolution to start! It’s sure to be the highlight of your week 😉

To catch you up to speed on how great our Facebook Lives are we are re-sharing10 of our most-watched Facebook Live videos below!

Sublimating Socks

Working with Subli-Flex 202

Heat Transfer Vinyl on Cork

Check out Sparkleberry Ink Vinyl

Sublimating on Polymer Mugs

Reversible Sequins and Glitter Bags

Heat Transfer Vinyl on Face Masks

Printing on Wine Cups

Creating Distressed Foil Designs

Printing On Onsies with Heat Transfer Vinyl and Heat Transfers

Perfect placement with tee squares

top 10 new craft videos

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21 Products for 2021

With 2020 coming to an end we are looking ahead to setting new goals and creating new opportunities. So we thought it would be fun to share with you 21 products to help you position your customization business for success in the New Year.

PLUS we are giving you a coupon code for $21 OFF orders $149 or more. Scroll down to get the details.

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  1. Silhouette Cameo 4 Pro which cuts up to 24″ 
  2. Virtuoso Sublimation Printer 
  3. TransPro Heat Press 
  4. SparkleBerry Ink Vinyl 
  5. Quad Cap Hat Press 
  6. Pressing Pillows 
  7. Siser EasySubli 
  8. 9 x 12 Heat Press 
  9. 3D Sublimation Vacuum Heat Press 
  10. Sublipro Countertop Oven – The HIX SubliPro CounterTop oven offers an alternative for 3-dimensional sublimation printing.
  11. Heat Transfers  
  12. TransPro 3 in 1 Mug Press 
  13. K Laser Foil 
  14. Heat Transfer Vinyl
  15. Face Masks that you can personalize  
  16. Custom Transfers  
  17. Mixed Media Heat Transfers 
  18. Graphic Alignment System 
  19. Non-Stick Sheet which is also known as a Teflon Sheet 
  20. Hotronix Caddie 
  21. Sublimation Blanks  

Ready to start stocking up on products? Take $21 OFF NOW.

2021 sale

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Happy Holiday’s

HAPPY HOLIDAYS! From our Pro World Family to yours, we want to wish you a wonderful day and a Happy New Year.

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And since we are talking about family, did you know that Pro World is a family run business that was started back in 1974. Since then, it has turned into one of the world’s largest suppliers of heat applied graphics and materials in the United States. 

Located in New Jersey, our warehouse is full of extensive product assortments that consist of:

  • thousands of heat transfer designs
  • 400+ variations of vinyl
  • heat presses in all types of sizes
  • cutting equipment
  • sublimation printers & products
  • custom transfers
  • accessories

and more.

Since we are a family business, we strive to go above and beyond to exceed your expectations with our knowledgeable and superior customer service, free shipping offers, and an industry-leading customer loyalty program. 

We want to thank you for the many years of support and we look forward to working with you in 2021.

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All About Adhesive Vinyl: Top Questions Answered

If you are new to creating custom goods. Today we are explaining what Adhesive Vinyl is and How To Use it.

If you are an experienced crafter scroll down to get some adhesive vinyl inspiration and get the code for our Adhesive Vinyl Sale.

ADHESIVE VINYL

 

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What Is Adhesive Vinyl?

Adhesive Vinyl is used as a decorative vinyl for creating signs or craft projects. It has an adhesive back and can be applied to just about any hard surface. Adhesive Vinyl comes in three adhesive strengths – semi-permanent (631), permanent (651), and professional grade.

How Do You Cut Adhesive Vinyl?

 1 – When you cut adhesive vinyl you want to cut on the shiny color. Not on the paper backing.

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2 – Once cut you will want to weed your design.

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3 – Apply your gridded application tape on top of the design. This will help you align your design on the surface and place everything in one shot.  Make sure it’s stuck well.

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4 – Peel away the paper backing and apply your design

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What Do You Use Adhesive Vinyl For?

Adhesive Vinyl is used to decorate items. From decorating walls, windows, mirrors to products like notebooks, canvases, and more. Adhesive vinyl comes in two different types of vinyl permanent and temporary giving you different options to meet your needs.

Can You Share Some Ideas On What You Can Use Adhesive Vinyl For?

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Have you made something with adhesive vinyl? Let us see. Tag us at proworldinc on instagram.

 

 

 

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Last Minute Gifts & Decorations That You Can Make

With Christmas around the corner, you probably are pretty close to wrapping up your decorations and gifts. But just in case you still need a few last-minute things, we wanted to show you a few of our hottest (and newest) items.

CHRISTMAS goods

 Give a gift that will last throughout the years. With a CUSTOM CHRISTMAS STOCKING you can do just that. See them here!

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Or if you want something with more customization options consider sublimating a CHRISTMAS ORNAMENTWe have plenty of shapes to choose from. See them here!

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Or if you need a last-minute holiday outfit for your zoom dinner party, make an UGLY SWEATER with our UGLY SWEATER HEAT TRANSFERS. Check out some of our hilarious designs. See them here.

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Oh, and don’t forget to match your mask to your holiday outfit! You can easily make that happen with a HOLIDAY FACE MASK HEAT TRANSFER. See them here.

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If you aren’t tired of talking about holiday goodies just yet, here’s one more new item that you need to see – KIDS SUBLIMATION BLANK CHRISTMAS HATS. See them here.

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Holiday Gift Ideas For The Crafter

Still, need to buy a few holiday gifts? Well if your recipient likes to make things you’ve come to the right place. Today we are sharing our top-selling supplies. So all you will have to do is click buy and wrap it up!

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The #1 item on everyone’s holiday list is a Silhouette Machine! Surprise her with the brand new cameo 4! The Silhouette Cameo 4 is a top of the line cutting machine for all crafters. This quiet, lightweight machine will allow for them to make things with vinyl, cardstock, fabric, and more! 

Want to upgrade their machine for a new one? Check out the Silhouette Cameo 4 Plus. This one will let her cut up to 15″ rolls! Or you could check out some of our professional-grade cutters here.

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If your recipient already has a cutting machine I bet they would LOVE to open their gift and find a box full of vinyl! Stock up on heat transfer vinyl & adhesive so that they can vinyl all things! With a wide array of colors and prints, her new vinyl stash will surely bring a smile to anyone’s face! 

 

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Already have a Silhouette Machine? No problem! Then what they need is a heat press. Once you have a press you can make more stuff in less time with less work!  And our Trans Pro 15 x 15 is a crowd favorite. 

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If they are looking to expand their craft skills how about you get them setup with Sublimation? With Sublimation, you can make coffee mugs, keychains, photo frames, sequin blanks, tags, and more. When going with sublimation for the first time, you should check out or Sublimation Starter Package so that you are sure to get them everything they need.

 

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Black Friday DEALS

We should start by saying Happy Thanksgiving! We are incredibly thankful for all of you every day of the year but today seemed like the perfect day to say it!

After all of the turkey is done, and the dishes are put away and you start thinking about the Black Friday Deals that you are going to take advantage of, I’d like to remind you of our Pro World Deals! So far we’ve released 8 Pre-Black Friday Deals for you to take advantage of and Friday we will release one more! So make sure you follow us on social media or directly on our website. Because it will be a good one!!

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Customize Ribbon with Sublimation!

When it comes to sublimation the sky is the limit! If you can dream about it being personalized it probably can be and today we are showing you just how true that is with PERSONALIZED RIBBON!

With a personalized ribbon, you can use it to package your holiday present or custom creation. Or another popular option is wearing it in your hair with custom ribbon bow prints or personalized cheer bows! Regardless of whatever you use it for it is easy to make and can be done in just a few minutes!

Scroll down to learn How To Sublimate Ribbon!

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You Need:

Here’s How! ;

1 – Design your ribbon print. We did this by measuring the width of the ribbons that we were printing on. Designed a few different versions to size and printed on the Sublimation Printer.

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2 – Cut out your design.

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3 – Turn on your Heat Press. We set the temperature on our Trans Pro to 400 degrees.

4 – Figure out where you need the design (this depends on what you are making). If you are making a hair bow you will need to print on different sides of the ribbon – see  this article!

5 – Adhere your sublimation printer to your ribbon. We used Adhesive Spray to hold the design in place!

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6 – Press your design for 60 seconds and peel hot!

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7 – Admire your results!IMG_8968

9 – Tie it up and you are done!

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Did you know that you can print on glitter ribbon as well? Just make sure that the material ribbon is 100% Polyester and you are all set!IMG_8969

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The Official Crafter Guide

If you have a crafter or inspiring custom entrepreneur in your life the holidays are a great time to gift them the new equipment that they’ve been dreaming of!
Today we are rounding up the TOP 5 GIFTS that are sure to be on their wish list!
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Heat Press!  The #1 wish list item from crafters is a HEAT PRESS! Now is the time to make their wish come true!   Our most popular heat press, the Trans Pro 15 x 15, is an easy to use, manual heat press ideal for applying heat transfers to t-shirts, jackets, mouse pads, tiles, and more.

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Silhouette Machine! There’s a reason that Silhouette machines are always on the holiday wish list because they are GREAT! And this year there is a brand new machine that many crafters are going to want to upgrade to! The Silhouette Cameo 4 Plus is the largest Silhouette machine on the market meaning that you can cut bigger and better!  

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Vinyl!  A crafter can never have enough vinyl! Just mix and match the different prints and patterns of the adhesive and heat transfer vinyl.

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Sublimation Printer!  If your gift recipient is ready to take their crafting business to the next level, get them a sublimation printer. With a sublimation printer, your crafter can create one-of-a-kind, custom pieces like mugs, phone cases, frames, license plates, tags, and more. And if you purchase the Sublimation Starter Pack, they will have everything they need to get started!

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Mug Press! If the crafter in your life already has a custom business there’s a good chance that a mug press is a nice item on their wish list!  From making custom mugs, waterbottles, glasses, and everything in between they’ll be raising your glass to you for years to come!

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What is on your holiday wish list this year? Tell us by commenting below or tagging us on social media!

 

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