Perfect DIY Gift for a New Mom

So last week I decided to put my Pinterst boards to good use.  I mean, who doesn't love Pinterest?? Especially for a gal like me who doesn't have one creative bone in her body!  And don't even get me started on the 'secret boards'.  Is it weird that I'm collecting ideas for a nursery for a child that I may or may not have in the future?  What about the baby shower I am planning, for the next one of my friends who happens to have a baby?  Wait...Don't answer that first question!

Anyway, if you are addicted to Pinterest like I am, chances are you have found many great ideas.  In this case, it involved a coffee mug from the dollar store, and a sharpie.  I must admit, the reason I pinned this originally was due to the caption that, let's just say, is pretty accurate for me.  See for yourself...

This particular pin came from keep.com, but like many things on Pinterest, the link takes you to no-man's land.  Then there was the mug I found that was a perfect gift for a friend, but was later removed by Pinterest as requested by the owner.  Well jeez!!  Luckily there are tons, and I mean tons of pins about DIY coffee mugs.  I was saving this little tid-bit in my back pocket, but it finally clicked when one of my girlfriends had her baby.  Who needs coffee more than a new mom??  Pretty sure no one!  So I headed to the ever-reliable Dollar Store and picked up a few mugs, pulled out the sharpies, and called my most creative friend over to help.  What??  I told you it wasn't my forte.  My creativity is recruiting! Thanks, Kyleigh!  :) 

I remember how fun it was to be called "mommy" when I had my first son (and still to this day), so I went with that.  Then I and added some coffee and a little flair.  Not only is this a perfect gift for a new mom, it is a very reasonably priced as well.       

 

Choose the mug and colors you want to use

 

Note: I have since discovered that OIL BASED Sharpies will last the longest and give you the best results, so be sure to make the investment.

 

 

 Add your design and bake at a high temperature (400-450) for at least 30 minutes

Let cool for 1-2 days before using or gifting

 

 

Add some K-Cups or any other kind of their favorite tea or coffee 

 

And of course, make it pretty!

You could even make gifts for Valentine's Day, Boss's Day, or let the kiddos go to town for Grandparents' gifts.  The possibilities are endless!!  So, now that you all know what gifts will be showing up at your door, I'll just wrap it up by saying thanks to Stella's Mommy, Nicole for letting me show off your gift.  And of course for letting me snuggle with that sweet baby!!   Love you both!


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