I had created a paper coffee mug last Christmas. I found a mug creation that is bigger and stronger. I found this from Lisa Bernard-Queen B Creations. I absolutely love this design!
- Choose an 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock, and cut off an inch to make it 7-1/2" X 11"
- With the 11" side at the top, score at 1-1/2", 3", 4-1/2", 6", 7-1/2", 9", 10-1/2"
- With the 7-1/2" side at the top, score at 2" and 5-1/2" (both sides should be at 2")
- Burnish all score lines
- On the 7-1/2" side, cut off the 1/2" ends and leave the middle section as a tab.
- On the 11-1/2" side, cut all score lines to the horizontal score line. Do this on both sides.
- Pick a side and fold each tab over, adhering with the Multipurpose Liquid Glue.
- Cut the 1" Strip at 6" (this will be for the handle). Cutting an extra 1" strip at 6" will make the handle even stronger. Please put the strip(s) aside for later.
- Cut your DSP paper 3" X 3-3/8", the cut 1-3/8" X 3-3/8" strips (there should be a total of 7 strips)
- When using the patterned paper, keep the pattern in alignment so the strips are in order. Adhere with the Multipurpose Liquid Glue. (Be sure to glue around the edges with a fine line)
- Using Tear n' Tape on the tab (using two pieces of tape), adhere the two ends of the cup together.
- Glue the bottom pieces, with Multipurpose Liquid Glue, joining opposite ends of the tabs.
- Using the same-colored cardstock as the cup, cut a 3" circle to place on the bottom of the mug, giving the cup a finished look
- If possible, place the paper mug in a 3" glass to hold it in place while you put it together.
- Take the two 6" pieces and glue them together.
- Curl the thick piece with a bone folder (like curling ribbon)
- Use Tear 'n Tape on the ends (two little strips) and adhere the handle on the mug, lining it up where the inside overlap is.
- Multipurpose Liquid Glue
- Tear 'n Tape
- Bone Folder
- Paper Trimmer