Sublimation printing & sublimated jerseys
CraftSell makes custom sublimated jerseys, kits and activewear in Sialkot, Pakistan. Sublimation dyes the design into polyester fabric, so colours never crack, peel or fade, and every name and number costs the same as a plain kit. Samples take 5–7 days.
Best for
- Football, basketball, baseball and rugby kits
- All-over print activewear and leggings
- Esports jerseys
- Designs with gradients, photos or many colours
How it works
- Step 1
Artwork
Send your design or we lay it out on our jersey templates.
- Step 2
Print
The design is printed onto transfer paper with sublimation ink.
- Step 3
Heat press
Heat and pressure turn the ink into gas that bonds with the fabric.
- Step 4
Cut & sew
Printed panels are cut and sewn into the finished garment.
Why teams choose sublimation
Because the design is in the fibres, a sublimated jersey stays light and breathable and survives hundreds of washes. Stripes, gradients, sponsor logos and every player's name and number are printed in one go.
Frequently asked questions
What does sublimated mean on a jersey?
A sublimated jersey has its design dyed into the fabric. Sublimation ink turns into a gas under heat and bonds with polyester fibres, so the print becomes part of the material rather than a layer on top.
Sublimated vs screen-printed jerseys: which is better?
Sublimation is better for full-colour or all-over designs on polyester: unlimited colours, no cracking and no extra cost per name or number. Screen printing is better for simple logos on cotton.
Sublimated vs embroidered jerseys?
Embroidery stitches thread into the fabric for a raised, premium crest; sublimation prints flat and covers the whole garment. Many kits combine both: a sublimated body with an embroidered crest.
Can you sublimate on cotton?
No. Sublimation only bonds with polyester, so it works on polyester and high-polyester blends, ideally in white or light base colours.
Products we make with this service
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