Before we get into the project ideas i want to give you some tips for personalized mugs.
Diy ceramic mug design.
Wash and dry your mug if new.
If you are going to try a diy mug there are typically two surfaces you ll want to consider.
Pencil a design outline on your mug.
It s not hard to do but you ll want the design you make to last so there are several considerations.
This is because there is less glaze on them so the paint can adhere better to the ceramic when baked in the oven.
However you can choose any color in the rainbow or even start with a mug that already has a design on it.
For the longevity of the paint i suggest handwashing the mugs but if you need to throw them in the dishwasher they ll still survive how to make a diy sharpie mug that s washable.
Cute hand painted mugs.
Ceramic mug of your choice.
This diy works best with cheap dollarstore dollartree in particular ceramic mugs.
Be sure to wash them well before using them.
The marker is not actually wash resistant when applied to ceramic.
Some sharpie mug diyers may advise you to spray the mug with acrylic sealing spray to.
The sky is the limit here with your choices.
Decide on a design and prep design with masking tape if necessary.
While this step isn t necessary for paint pens it helps keep your design clean and neat.
Enamel paint mugs diy.
To make your sharpie mug washable and usable you need to make sure you use an oil based.
I chose a plain white mug from the dollar tree.
Tape resist coffee mug.
Just make sure not to draw your design on the mug s lip.
Diy painted ceramic mugs with martha stewart glass paint and stencils.
Just your typical cheap white ceramic mug.
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Supplies needed to create a diy mug two ways.
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The dishwasher definitely puts more wear and tear on the mug so i don t know how well the paint will hold up years from now.
Choose the right sharpie for mugs.
Hand wash the mug gently instead of throwing it in the dishwasher as a machine washer may ruin the design.
Use a cheap mug.
Mugs that have raised designs on them you re more likely to find these at thrift stores can be fun as long as you incorporate the mug s pattern into your design.
Use painter s tape to make straight lines.
And if you make a mistake you can erase it.
I find straight sides to be easier to work with but curved sides can be lovely.
