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February 26, 2018

DIY Floral Temporary Tattoo Mugs

Today’s post is by Holly of Club Crafted

Photo of stacked floral mugs

Spring is just a few short weeks away, so it’s time to start thinking florals! When Sarah came across these beautiful floral temporary tattoos designed by artist Jess Phoenix, we agreed they were the perfect decorations for a set of mugs. It’s very easy to create a set of temporary tattoo mugs sealed with Mod Podge to give as gifts for upcoming occasions! They’re hand washable and completely customizable with any temporary tattoo. Plus, everyone could use a new mug, right?

Photo of DIY floral mugs

DIY Floral Temporary Tattoo Mugs

Supplies

Mugs
Floral temporary tattoos
Wet cloth/sponge
Mod Podge
Paintbrush

Photo of supplies needed to make custom mugs with temporary tattoos.

Step 1: Peel the plastic off of a temporary tattoo and carefully place the design down onto a dry mug.

Photo of how to apply a temporary tattoo to ceramics.

Step 2: Press a wet cloth or sponge on top and hold for at least 30 seconds until you can peel away the paper with the tattoo completely stuck to the mug.

Photo of sponge applying a temporary tattoo to ceramics.

Step 3: Dab the wet cloth over the tattoo to set it. Let dry.

Photo of painting Mod Podge on ceramics

Step 4: Lastly, brush one layer of Mod Podge over the design and let dry. Hand wash only.

Photo of floral mug decorated using a temporary tattoo

Photo of stacked floral mugs decorated with temporary tattoos

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17 Comments
  • Kristin
    February 28, 2018

    Wow I love this!!! What a fantastic and creative idea!!!!!! I love the mug colors you chose too! It’s perfect for spring!!!

    Reply
  • Lisa
    March 1, 2018

    What a great idea! And those are the prettiest temporary tattoos I’ve ever seen!

    Reply
  • amy
    March 1, 2018

    SUCH a fun idea! They look awesome!

    Reply
  • Felicity
    March 1, 2018

    I love this so, so much! It’s such a creative and personal gift idea, too. I can’t wait to make these for some of my friends.

    Felicity | http://oliverandmoose.com

    Reply
  • SB
    March 10, 2018

    Beautiful, can’t wait to try and give as gifts!

    Reply
  • Dimana
    May 8, 2018

    The mugs are gorgeous!

    Reply
  • Nina
    August 13, 2018

    These are beautiful! What a fun afternoon project! Just wondering how the design is holding up for you/those who have tried this project? Even with handwashing, is it chipping off at all? Also, has anyone tried microwaving the cups yet? Curious if that’s still ok to do with the tattoo and mod podge coating on it.

    Love your blog! Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
    • Sarah Khandjian
      Nina
      August 14, 2018

      Hi Nina! Thank you so much! I asked Holly, who created the project, and she said, “I still use them and they’ve held up well with handwashing. I have not attempted to put them in the microwave because I used metallic tattoos, so I’m not sure how non-metallic ones would hold up. However, I learned there is a dishwasher safe version of Mod Podge that may work in the microwave as well.”

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  • Vanessa
    March 30, 2020

    We tried to hand wash ours a few hours after the mod Podge had dried so my daughter could use hers and the mod Podge all gummed up and washed off- not sure why or what to do?

    Reply
    • Sarah Khandjian
      Vanessa
      April 3, 2020

      Hi Vanessa, it appears that it needs to dry longer. I recommend waiting at least a few days before trying to hand wash it. According to the directions on the Mod Podge bottle, it says the item must try for 21 days before being dishwasher safe.

      Reply
  • Jenna Weight
    November 14, 2021

    Can we use something instead of mod podge?

    Reply
    • Sarah Khandjian
      Jenna Weight
      November 15, 2021

      Possibly! Unfortunately we only tested it with ModPodge but I’d recommend checking your local craft supply store for another sealant that is washable once dry.

      Reply
  • renz
    January 16, 2022

    This is great, Thanks for sharing! I’ll definitely try this. These are so cute. I’d love to copy my bloom temporary tattoo to my favorite mug. Check out: https://wannabeink.com/collections/bloom for cool and stunning designs.

    Reply
  • Bob
    May 7, 2022

    I just made one it is so fun

    Reply
  • Tanyadibble
    November 19, 2022

    Can I use dishwasher safe modge podge over a temporary tattoo on a drinking glass?

    Reply
    • Sarah Khandjian
      Tanyadibble
      November 20, 2022

      I would think so but I would stop the Mod Lodge at least 1″ from the top rim of the glass.

      Reply

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