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Marbled Nail Polish Mugs

Use this easy craft tutorial to make nail polish dipped mugs.
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3 nail polish dipped white ceramic mugs on marble table.
Prep:2 minutes
Active Time:5 minutes
Dry Time:4 hours
Total Time:4 hours 7 minutes

Equipment

  • Skewer or Toothpick
  • Old Container Filled With Warm Water
  • Small Foam Brush

Supplies

Instructions

  • Fill your container with warm to hot water. Make sure to fill it enough so you will be able to easily dip your mug.
  • Add drops of nail polish.
  • Swirl water with a toothpick. Work very quickly.
  • Dip mug partially in. If you are drinking from this mug you do not want nail polish where your mouth woul go.
  • Flip over and let dry.
  • Use a small foam brush and Dishwasher Safe Mod Podge to coat where nail polish desings are.
  • Let dry and enjoy your new mug.

Video

Notes

  • Dishwasher-safe Mod Podge needs 28 days to cure to fully work.
  • Do not place these mugs in the microwave.
  • For best results, we would still handwash the mugs.
  • Work quickly: The nail polish will start to get goopy if you don't dip it right away. Having your supplies ready and open will also help the process go smoothly.
  • Swirl your cup: You can get some cool designs if you swirl your cup to get the nail polish to overlap.
  • Use a toothpick to help clean out old nail polish. You can reuse the same container as long as you clean out the "nail" polish film.
  • Have fun with color: This turn out well with one color or be adventurous and try two. Just make sure you work quickly.
Author: Erin Nutter
Cost: under $5