DIY personalized mugs are inexpensive and very simple to make. All you need is a plain white mug and a Sharpie. If you plan your design well it will look very professional. Also, it's a fantastic idea if you have children who would like to create some DIY gifts.
First, you'll need a mug, obviously.
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Choose a plain mug that is porcelain or ceramic. Then draw your design on the mug with the Sharpie. You can use a black Sharpie or multiple colors.
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Or simply just black.
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After you draw your design on the mug you need to make sure it stays on. You can do this by baking the mug in a normal oven. Bake for 30 minutes at 350f. It is recommended that the mug be hand washed to prevent fading. If it does fade you can simply re-draw it and bake the mug again.
Not just a great holiday gift idea. This same process will work on any ceramic or porcelain dinnerware!