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Personalized Coffee Mug Makes A Unique Gift

Posted in Drink Recipes on September 30th, 2009 by admin – Comments Off

Next time you are looking for a cost effective and easy gift for a relative or friend, consider the personalized coffee mug. Here are some customization ideas and options that are worth trying out.

The Picture Mug

Remember those kiosks that allow you to quickly have you photo snapped and printed on your very own coffee mug? It’s a great idea, but who really wants their mugshot on their personalized coffee mug. Luckily technology has come a long way and we are no longer limited to these sources for our personalized coffee mug.

Today it is possible to upload a picture of your choice to one of the many online websites specializing in created personalized coffee mugs. Without even leaving your home you can have your unique personalized coffee mug designed and shipped to your doorstep. This is an affordable and super convenient way to get a great gift for someone you love.

How About A Favorite Quote?

Why limit yourself to the mugs in the store with generic quotes on them? You can put whatever you like on that mug! Have some favorite song lyrics? Perhaps a little Shakespeare? The options are limitless when it comes to putting words on a personalized coffee mug. Again, many websites will help you layout a thoughtful design for you words. Choose something special for yourself or for a friend or coworker.

An Original Masterpiece

Have you ever seen the plastic coffee mugs that have a clear plastic outer enclosure. You can find these online or in many craft stores. These mugs allow you to create your own artwork on a piece of paper and then slip them into the plastic sleeve. While this may not be the highest quality gift it can certainly be appropriate and fun in certain situation. It is an ideal approach if you have young children in a need of a gift idea or fun project. They can enjoy making their very own coffee mug for themselves or as Christmas gives for relatives.

For a more professional looking personalized coffee mug, consider finishing a clay mug made in an artist’s studio. Many artists will make you a mug and allow you to stencil on it or decorate it with colorful glazes. They can then fire the clay mug in the kiln and provide you with a beautiful gift.