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Students should be aware of, and be able to describe, printing as a surface decoration, including: • direct • discharge • hand (block and stencil) • rotary/flat bed screen printing • transfer • digital printing • dye sublimation. Embroidery.
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Students should be aware of, and be able to describe, printing as a surface decoration, including: • direct • discharge • hand (block and stencil) • rotary/flat bed screen printing • transfer • digital printing • dye sublimation. Embroidery
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- You need to be able to students should be aware of, and be able to describe, printing as a surface decoration, including: • direct • discharge • hand (block and stencil) • rotary/flat bed screen printing • transfer • digital printing • dye sublimation. Embroidery.
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Which of the following is a method of digital printing?
Direct answer
Dye sublimation is a digital printing method that uses heat to transfer dye onto materials such as fabric.
Key terms
- Transfer printing: A method where designs are printed onto a special paper and then transferred to fabric using heat and pressure.
- Flat bed screen printing: A printing technique where a flat screen is used to apply ink onto fabric, allowing for detailed designs.
Common trap
Confusing digital printing with traditional methods: Understand that digital printing uses inkjet technology, while traditional methods involve physical screens or blocks.
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