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If you think it’s too late to get a personalized mug for Mother’s Day, you’re wrong. You can make one at home and even make it a fun activity for the kids. 

You can customize anything that is oven-safe: bowls, mugs, and even ceramic plates. The best part? I have a special trick so the designs, name or message won’t fade away.  This easy DIY is great even for the youngest ones in the family.

DIY: How to decorate a personalized mug for Mother’s Day

You will need:

• White mug (if you don’t have any at home, you can get them at the Dollar Store, Target, Walmart or even the supermarket)
• Sharpie Oil Based markers (Important: They MUST be oil-based)
• Alcohol wipe or cotton ball soaked in rubbing alcohol
• Oven

Instructions:

• Wipe down the exterior of the mug with the alcohol wipe to remove any dirt or oils.
• Using your Sharpie Oil Based Paint Markers, let your child draw on their mug.
• Once finished decorating the mug, place it upside down directly on the oven grate. Only then heat it to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (177 C). Important: Do not pre-heat your oven before putting the mugs inside.
• Once the 350F (177 C) temperature is reached, let your mug “bake” for 30 minutes.
• After “baking” for 30 minutes at 350F, turn off the oven and let the mugs cool down inside the oven.
• Once the oven has completely cooled, remove your mugs.

You can fill the mug with candies, bath products, flowers or tea bags. That way it’s a super special gift to pamper Mom. And don’t forget to include a Mother’s Day card! You can also make one at home with watercolors.

More Mother’s Day ideas

• Top Mother’s Day Breakfast Ideas
• Free Mother’s Day activity sheet
• Beautiful Watercolor Resist Mother’s Day Card

 

En español: Cómo hacer una taza para el día de las madres

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