VIDEOClick to see full answer. Also, can you use transfer paper on mugs?Transfers can be heat pressed onto fabrics (both natural and synthetic) using standard plastisol (preprinted) supplier transfers, color copier or ink-jet transfer paper. Heat transfers can be printed onto mugs, plates, tiles, mouse pads, ceramics, metals, glass and wood.Furthermore, what paper is used for mug printing? This ink is printed on specially coated sublimation paper, which is specifically used for heat press transfers as it properly releases the ink when heated and does not allow the paper to absorb the ink during printing. Regarding this, how do you transfer an image onto a mug? To make a photo mug, first print your photo on transfer paper, which will stick to your mug. Next, cut your picture to the size and shape you want it, and soak it in water for 1 minute. Then, take your photo out of the water, remove any backing from the transfer paper, and stick your photo on your mug.Is sublimation paper the same as transfer paper?The sublimation process is quite similar to that of heat transfer paper. Like heat transfer paper, the process involves printing a design onto a sheet of specialty paper—sublimation paper in this case—and pressing it to a garment with a heat press. The difference lies in the science behind sublimation.