Mugs with a bumpy or rough surface may be difficult to attach an image to. Mugs with unusual shapes can warp an image.
It’s likely that your photo will need to be in a digital format to allow for easy printing. Your photo will need to be printed out.
It can be useful to measure the planned image space on your mug before printing. Before you print, most printers will give you a “print preview”. This will likely tell you the dimensions of the printed image. If the image is too large or small, you will have to resize the image.
Transfer paper can be easily purchased on-line. Large chain stores will likely have transfer paper in stock. Check in the craft or printing paper sections.
You can find clear acrylic coating in most hardware or home improvement stores. Large chain stores will likely carry acrylic coating. Make sure you fully coat the entire image you are using. Allow the coating plenty of time to dry before continuing. The amount of time it takes for your acrylic coating to dry will vary depending on the type you’ve used. Some take only a few minutes, while others take hours.
Fill a small bowl up with water. Put the images you want to apply into the water after you’ve cut them out. Make sure the images are fully submerged. The images will need to soak for around one minute before you can apply them to the mug.
Once you have the image where you want it, allow it plenty of time to dry. Some images will take longer to dry than others, depending on the type of transfer paper you used. Read the instructions on your transfer paper to learn exactly how long your mug needs to dry.
Many printing services can be found on-line. Make sure there aren’t any hidden costs. For example, a service might display the cost of the mug and keep the printing cost separate. You might be able to find promotional codes or coupons.
Your image will need to be in a digital format. Some services have image size requirements. Your image will need to fit within the printer’s specifications for image size. Some printing services only use certain file types. Make sure your image is an acceptable file type before uploading.
You will likely need to provided your email address, shipping address, and payment information when registering for a printing service. Many sites have a wide range of mugs and cups that they can print your photo on. Take some time and find one that interests you the most.
You may want to resize or edit your image if it doesn’t fit the mug correctly. Always review the preview image before ordering to ensure that your mug is exactly how you want it. If you are having trouble, most printing services have a help department that you can contact with your questions.
Check for a refund policy in case the item is lost or broken in shipping. Most packages will ship with a tracking number that allows you to follow the photo mug as it travels to your address. Double check your order details before accepting. Make sure your shipping address is correct and that you’ve order the right quantity of photo mugs.
