As of recently, I acquired the taste for coffee and tea. (I know right – a little late, but better late than never?) I’m still in the process of learning what all of this coffee lingo means, but I’m thoroughly enjoying the experience of trying all of these delicious beverages! It didn’t take long before I realized this tasty treat comes with a hefty price tag. After investing in my own Keurig Coffee Maker in an attempt to save on trips to Scooter’s, I was missing one more thing – some stylishly sippable mugs, of course. Plain just wouldn’t cut it.
This DIY mug makes a simple and affordable gift for the coffee and tea lovers in your life.
What you’ll need:
- Oven safe mug
- Ceramic paint, paint pen, or sharpie
- Painter’s tape (optional)
- Oven
Draw or paint the design on your mug. I loved the finish of this ceramic paint pen. Ceramic paint or sharpies work as well. Using painter’s tape helped me achieve the geometric look with crisp straight lines. I’m also not skilled at drawing free hand, so this was a safe alternative. :)
Bake in the oven at 350 degrees for 30 minutes. You’ll also want to double check the instructions on whichever medium you choose.
Boom. It’s as easy as that!
Here’s a few artsy mugs to spark some creativity:
Mosaic Mug via oh, hello friend
His & Her Mugs via Dream State
Hand Painted Mug via wit & whistle
Hand Painted Mustache Mugs via Etsy
Miss You Mugs via Funkytime
Literary Quote Mugs via Sarah Fritzler
Plain mugs are no good, indeed! I love these – the geometric shapes are lovely. I also love the his & hers and literary quotes ones. They’d make great Christmas gifts! :D
Thanks Samantha! Wouldn’t they though?! I loved the literary quote mugs too – such a cute idea. :)
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Mugs look great! I have a question for you — how did you choose 350 degrees? I have seen all different tutorials with different oven temperatures. My mugs’ package insert say “oven safe up to 250 degrees” so I’m afraid to go above 250!
Hi Ashley! I would definitely advise to follow the instructions on your mug. 350 degrees is safe for most ceramic, but it will vary from mug to mug. Thanks!