When I was looking around Pinterest to find some fun diy's for Christmas gifts this year I came across a bunch of decorated mugs and thought "hey, I could make that" ... so I did.
At first I failed terribly- so please let me pass along my learnings to you. First of don't use normal sharpies- as soon as you wash them in the dishwasher all your lovely drawings will melt away. Instead splurge for the oil paint sharpies. Once you bake the oil paint on it doesn't come off in the dishwasher. Secondly, have a bottle of rubbing alcohol and some q-tips ready. This way if you make a mistake or change your mind you can just dip in the q-tip and rub away the marker.
I wrapped up these mugs for our best friends and family with a little chocolate and candy canes for Christmas!
Supplies:
- Ceramic coffee mugs (must be good to go in the oven)
- Oil based Sharpies
- Rubbing alcohol
- Q tips
Method:
Step 1: Wash and thoroughly dry you mug. Pre-heat your oven to 350 degrees.
Step 2: Draw whatever you please with your oil based Sharpie. If you make a oops just rub it away with a q-tip dipped in rubbing alcohol.
Step 3: Once you're happy with the design place the mug on a baking sheet and pop it in the oven for about 20 minutes to set the paint. Allow to cool completely before use and storage.
If you'd like to make your diy gift extra special why not include some delicious tea? Try After Ate Rooibos or Pink Lady from victoriadelorme.myepicure.com - both are delicious (my two current favorites!) and come in a cute little tea tin that's perfect for gifting!
