Make Gift Mugs Using Cricut
You can make a super cute and pricey looking Elf Cam Mug gift using Cricut. I found these white mugs with red inside at my Dollar Tree and only bought two. I need to go get a few more since I have some requests now.
Welcome back to year 6 of our Festive Christmas Event where we team up with oodles of our talented blogging friends we admire to bring you a plethora of creative ways to celebrate your holiday season.
You will find new ideas every Monday and Wednesday between Oct. 19th through Nov. 18th. Scroll all the way down to find all the ideas linked at the end. Today we are sharing DIY Gift Ideas and you will find plenty here.
Crafting With Cricut
If you are new here, welcome to my Cricut journey. I’m still a newbie so if you are too, you’re in the right place. We can learn together.
Christmas seems to bring out the Cricut crafting spirit in me. I made this Paper Bag Christmas Countdown Calendar using the Cricut for the numbers.
These Autumn Mugs using three colors were really not hard to make either and look very nice on my Fall Coffee Bar.
Elf Cam Mug Using Cricut Supply List
You only need a couple of supplies and a couple of tools for this high end looking DIY Mug Gift idea.
- Dollar store mug, mine came from Dollar Tree
- 2 Colors of 12 x 12 Vinyl (Red & Black)
Tools Used
- Cricut Maker
- Weeding Tool
I Skipped The Cricut Mirror Step
I skipped the Mirror step on my Autumn mugs as well and they are holding up just fine. They get washed by hand, not in the dishwasher.
Yes I am making another set of mugs because they are so stinking easy to do and make a great gift idea.
The reason I skipped the mirror step is because I didn’t have the correct cutting tool for my Cricut Maker, but that won’t stop you from making a project as you will see here. The difference comes into how you apply the finished product to your blank, which is coffee mugs for me.
The Design
I selected my designs in Cricut Access. I knew I wanted the phrase ‘Merry & Bright’ in cursive which I found easily. You can create it yourself but why if the work has already been done for you, it just makes the project easier.
Since our Christmas decorations are in a whimsical mood this year I selected the Elf Cam for the other side. I LOVE IT so much! A really fun coffee mug has a design on both sides and that bright red color on the inside makes this gift mug even better.
Making The Design On the Cricut Maker
My Cut 1 is really Cut 2. I skipped Cut 1 because it isn’t really necessary to the design. It adds depth to the camera but isn’t really needed.
I used black vinyl for the camera. It’s perfect. You can situate your pieces anywhere on the mat. In this case I was using a new piece of vinyl so I used the top corner.
Cuts 2 and 3 are actually on the same mat. My red vinyl was used for the Christmas Countdown Calendar I shared above so I situated these cuts further down the mat to maximize the use of the vinyl.
Merry & Bright is situated to the right of Elf Cam. There is still more space near the bottom of this 12 x 12 piece of red vinyl so I can still use it again. That is part of what makes creating gifts with your Cricut so economical.
It’s really easy to use multiple colors of vinyl for a Cricut project as you can see. I know it can be intimidating but trust yourself and you can do it too. It simply means switching out the mat between cuts.
Time To Weed and Apply
My adorable project is coming together. Here is where the mirror image difference comes in. I could possibly weed quicker by cutting that section off the vinyl and weeding it as one piece by carefully pulling the backing away all at once. However, with no mirroring, I weed each word or graphic carefully and apply to my mug then the next word or graphic and apply.
Gifting The Elf Cam Mug
Isn’t the mug adorable and it makes a great homemade thoughtful Christmas gift. These would be great for co-workers, teachers, Pastor, friends or anyone on your gift list who loves the whimsy of the holiday season.
You can find those delicious Land O Lakes Cocoa packets on Amazon right here.
The little Chocolate Santa’s can be found at Dollar Tree too. They come in a package of six as well as the candy canes.
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And there you have it. Quick, simple, easy and inexpensive DIY Gift idea for Christmas. Make these Elf Cam Mugs for a Merry & Bright gift.
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Alexandra says
These came out so cute! And they really do look professional. I love how you’ve packed it with some goodies too. That is one of my go-to gift ideas with a handmade coaster and mug cozy. Will have to keep my eyes peeled at my local Dollar Tree for these mugs!
Cherryl Ehlenburg says
These are adorable! I have had my Maker since March, but haven’t done any mugs yet. I will have to try these out!
Emily says
I love using my Cricut to make gifts, this is a great one!
Leanna says
These are adorable and I especially love the eye cam one. A DIY version is much nicer than a boughten one. Pinned.
Marie | Craft Rocker says
These turned out so cute! I really need to try this with my Cricut. I have all of the materials, just haven’t taken the time to sit down and do it. Lol. You have definitely inspired me today!
Beverly says
The mug is adorable, Shirley. The Elf cam is such a fun touch. It looks like you’re doing great with your new Cricut!
Lauren | Mom Home Guide says
I love your adorable holiday mugs! So cute! Now that I have figured out (FINALLY) how to use my Silhouette, I’ll have to try this! Does the vinyl stay put on its own? Can it go in the dishwasher? (I’ve only used my Silhouette to make wood slices ornaments so far!)
Gail @ Purple Hues and Me says
I keep saying I’m going to get a Cricut Machine every time I see an awesome project made using one! Your mugs are quite adorable and anyone would love getting one!
Marie-Interior Frugalista says
I’m a newbie too with the Cricut Machine and I’ve never made mugs yet but it’s on my Must Do list. So I thank you so much for the tutorial, Shirley. I am definitely trying this!
Alli Smith says
Your mugs are adorable and are the perfect gift ideas for family and friends. I’d love one of each!