Brother Sublimation Printer SP1
Create customised designs, gifts, clothes, accessories and more on this compact printer
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This machine is covered by a 2-year Brother parts and labour guarantee. Commercial use is covered for one year. If you ever need support or servicing, our team are always here to help.
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Our standard width fabric can be cut as a Fat Quarter, measuring 50cm x 1/2 the width of the bolt. Above is an example of how your fabric will be received, depending on the quantity ordered.
We also offer a sample service, where you can order 1 single fat quarter of any standard width fabric, to have at home and compare colours. When you are finished, you can send them back to us for a refund (feel free to contact us for more information on this service).
Our fabric can be cut as a Long Quarter, measuring a minimum of 25cm x width of bolt. We will supply the fabric as a continuous length (eg; if you bought 1.25m it will be sent as one piece of fabric).
Brother Sublimation Printer SP1 Product Review
The Brother SP1 brings connected customisation into your craft room, letting you design, send and print sublimated projects at home in minutes. It suits ambitious crafters and small business users who want to add new skills or expand what they sell, and it sits neatly on a desktop so it fits a home workspace without taking over.
This method is widely used for creating custom clothing, mugs, phone cases, and other personalised products. Sublimation works by using heat and pressure to bond dye-based ink into polyester fabrics and polymer-coated items, so prints won't crack, peel or fade over time. The result is high-colour, wash-resistant designs on mugs, shirts, bags and home furnishings. You print designs up to A4-plus (215 x 355mm) in either high-quality or eco mode, giving you control over speed and ink use.
Design using your preferred software on a phone, tablet or computer, then send to the printer over WiFi or USB. Linking the SP1 to Brother's Artspira app opens up templates and design tools for more creative options.
With printer cartridges and sublimation sheets included, you can get started right out of the box. It's time to unleash your creativity and bring your boldest ideas to life with the Brother Sublimation Printer SP1!
A heat press is needed to transfer your designs (sold separately) so you can match the press to the items you want to make.
Top Uses for the Brother SP1
Customised Gifts and Personalised Items
Small Business Product Ranges
Home Furnishing and Homeware Projects
This machine is perfect for
- Ambitious crafters and small business users who want to add new skills or expand what they sell
- Crafters creating custom clothing, mugs, phone cases and other personalised products
Not suitable for
- Crafters without a heat press. This is an essential purchase
- Makers who do not have a PC or tablet
- Makers without internet or Wi-Fi
- High volume business / commercial use
Brother SP1: A Machine for Every Maker
Connected Design Workflow
Design on your phone, tablet or computer, then send to print over WiFi or USB for a smooth, flexible setup.
Ready Out of the Box
Brother ink cartridges and sublimation paper are in the box, so your first project can begin on day one.
Compact Desktop Size
The small footprint fits easily into a home craft space, giving you professional printing without needing a dedicated room.
Inside the Brother SP1
WiFi and USB Connectivity
Connect over WiFi or USB to print from a phone, tablet or computer, giving you flexible control over every design.
Brother Artspira App Link
Link the printer to Brother's Artspira app to access templates and design tools for more creative possibilities.
High and Eco Print Modes
Choose high-quality mode for vibrant detail or eco mode for faster, more economical prints to suit each project.
Fade and Wash-Resistant Ink
Brother dye-based ink bonds into the material, so finished prints stay vibrant and wash-resistant through everyday use.
A4-Plus Print Area
Print designs up to 215 x 355mm, larger than standard A4 for bigger transfers.
Product specifications
Key features
- A4-plus print area up to 215 x 355mm
- Compact desktop footprint
- High-quality and eco print modes
- WiFi and USB connectivity
- Print from phone, tablet or computer
- Brother Artspira app compatible
- Fade and wash-resistant Brother ink
- Included inks and sublimation paper
Accessories in the Box
- 1 x Brother SP1 Sublimation Printer
- 4 x Sublimation ink cartridges (Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow)
- Sublimation paper
- Quick setup guide
- Product safety guide
Printing Options and Controls
- A4-plus print area up to 215 x 355mm
- High-quality and eco print modes
- WiFi and USB connectivity
- Compatible with phone, tablet and computer
- Brother Artspira app integration
- Design using your preferred software
Manufacturer's Specifications
- Machine Size: Compact and Lightweight
- Product Type: Crafting
- Skill Level: Beginner, Expert, Small Business Use
- Size: 435w x 343d x 159h mm
- Weight: 8 kg
- Connectivity: WiFi (802.11b/g/n), Wi-Fi Direct, wired Ethernet LAN and USB 2.0
- 2.7" (67.5mm) colour touchscreen LCD
- Print resolution: up to 1200 x 2400 dpi
- Paper sizes: A4, Letter, Legal
- Paper tray: up to 100 sheets, plus single-sheet manual feed slot
- Warranty: Brother 2 year Warranty - Commercial use only 1 year warranty
Machine Dimensions & Weight
- Size: 435mm x 343mm x 159mm
- Weight: 8kg
- Compact desktop footprint
Ink and Media System
- Dye-based sublimation ink (CMYK)
- Fade-resistant and wash-resistant finish
- Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Black cartridges included
- Sublimation paper included
- Prints onto polyester and polymer-coated items
- Heat press required (sold separately)
Warranty and Support
- 2-year Brother parts and labour warranty included
- Commercial use covered for 1 year
- Authorised Brother service support nationwide
- Expert advice from The Sewing Studio team
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Frequently Asked Questions About the Brother SP1
Let us help with the answers.
Is the Brother SP1 suitable for beginners?
Yes. The SP1 is made for beginners and small business users alike. Included inks and sublimation paper let you start straight away. The connected workflow and Artspira app keep designing simple as your skills grow.
Do I need a heat press to use the SP1?
Yes. A heat press is required to transfer your printed designs and is sold separately, so you can choose one suited to the items you make.
What can I print onto with the SP1?
Sublimation works on polyester fabrics and polymer-coated items, so you can print onto shirts, bags, mugs and home furnishings. Natural fabrics like 100% cotton do not hold sublimation ink well.
How does the connection to my devices work?
Send your finished artwork straight from a phone, tablet or computer to the printer wirelessly. Linking Brother's Artspira app adds templates and design tools.
Will the prints fade or peel over time?
No. Brother's dye-based ink bonds into the material during pressing, which means finished designs stay vibrant and won't crack, peel or fade with washing or everyday use.
What warranty comes with this printer?
The Brother SP1 includes a 2-year Brother parts and labour warranty. Commercial use is covered for 1 year.
What size can I print?
The SP1 prints designs up to A4-plus, measuring 215 x 355mm, that gives you room for mugs, shirts, bags and larger personalised gifts and home furnishings.
