The sincere dad design on plain white ceramic, in a choice of three capacities. Nothing has been added: no glaze colour, no coating, no shaped handle. For a design whose entire argument is that it means what it says, an undecorated object is the consistent choice.

Plain Words on a Plain Mug

Sincerity is undermined by packaging. A warm message on a mug with a coloured rim, a heart for a handle and a disappearing coating starts to look like a product rather than a statement, and men who are uneasy with being praised notice that immediately. White ceramic lets the message be the only thing happening. That is why this is the version that ends up in daily use rather than at the back of a cupboard behind the plain ones.

Three Sizes, and Which One He Will Use

Eleven, fifteen or twenty ounces. This is a practical decision rather than an aesthetic one: a man who makes one large coffee at six in the morning will quietly go back to his old mug if the new one is the smallest of the three. Match the size to his habit and the gift gets used, which is the only measure of success a mug has. The larger bodies grow in height rather than width, so they still fit under a machine.

The Photograph

One picture, and it should include him. The lettering is general and the image is what makes it personal, so a photograph of him with whoever is giving the mug carries more than a portrait of the child alone. A tight crop beats a wide shot, since the curve of the mug pulls the outer edges away from the viewer.

The Rest of the Family

Plain white keeps the photograph accurate, with no glaze tint and no coating between you and the picture. The same wording is made with a coloured interior, with a coloured handle, in glossy or matte heat-reveal black, with a heart-shaped handle, and with thank-you wording. This is the only body in the design where the capacity is yours to choose, which is often the deciding argument for it. Everything else in the family is made at eleven ounces, so if size is the consideration the decision is already made.

A microwave does not affect it. It is dishwasher safe if it sits on the top rack. The print stays brightest with hand washing. The photograph goes on by sublimation printing. Colour Enhancement costs $1.99 per image.

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Add a 3D Greeting Card to your order! Each one opens to reveal a beautiful pop-up surprise.

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Awesome Dad Photo Mug | Classic FAQs

You can upload any high-quality image that you’d like to have engraved in your crystal. That could be a favorite family photo or a picture of you and your spouse. It could also be a really great selfie or a picture of your dog. Everyone has unique memories that are special to them, and at ArtPix 3D, we totally get that.

So go ahead! Upload a photo of the llama you saw at the petting zoo, the cactus that poked you on your family vacation, or the treehouse you used to hang out in before it got struck by lightning. Maybe this picture is linked to a significant moment in your life, or maybe it’s part of an elaborate inside joke; either way, we’re happy to engrave it in a custom crystal keepsake that you can treasure forever.

Of course! You can add custom text to any size of our 3D Crystal Rectangle, Square, Heart, or Diamond.

After uploading your photo, select the text box labeled Custom Engraving to write your message. It should be 150 characters or less, including spaces.

You can review your message in your order summary once you add the item to your cart. You should always proofread your text before completing your purchase!

We’re not able to engrave text on any of our crystal necklaces, keychains, or wine stoppers because of their small size. We’re also unable to add text to our 3D Crystal Iceberg due to its unusual shape.

All our crystal items come in a custom black gift box with internal padding, which protects your crystal during shipment, and offers a great way to store your crystal securely when not on display.

Ordering a custom crystal online at ArtPix 3D is easy! You’ll start by selecting a crystal product from our shop. Next, you’ll upload your photo and adjust its position on a template of your crystal shape. Once you’re happy with your preview, you can customize your crystal by choosing your size and writing a note or caption to be engraved below your image. You can also select various add-ons to be included with your order, such as light bases, greeting cards, and a cleaning kit.

When you’re finished, double-check to make sure you’re satisfied with the customization options you selected. Next, check the box that reads “The personalization I entered is correct,” and select Add to Cart.

You’ll have another opportunity to confirm your personalization in your cart. Check your order summary to verify that the size, shape, and orientation (if applicable) of your crystals are correct. You should also proofread any text and make sure your selected add-ons are all present and accounted for. If you enabled ArtPix HD for your photo, your summary should confirm it.

Next, enter your payment and shipping details. If you have a discount code, you can apply it at this stage under Apply Coupon. You can also provide any custom instructions under Order Notes. Finally, select Place Order to finalize your purchase.

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Our estimated delivery timeframes are as follows*:

Free Shipping (1-4 days) with orders $79+

Standard $9.99 (1-3 days)

Express $22.99 (1-2 days)

High Priority Express $39.99 (1 day)

Tracking information is provided with all shipping options for your convenience.

*Please note that actual delivery times may vary, especially during peak seasons. Precise delivery times are available during checkout. Additionally, our shipping services are subject to specific cutoff times for same-day processing (2pm CT) and may have limitations on delivery locations. Same-day processing does not apply on Sundays and, therefore, may add an additional day to our estimated delivery timeframes.

The international shipping options that will be available to you during checkout are:

CountryFreeEconomyPriorityPriority PlusExpress
Australia4-9 days3-8 days3-5 days2-4 days1-3 days
Canada5-9 days4-7 days2-4 days2-3 days1-2 days
Germany4-9 days3-8 days3-5 days2-4 days1-3 days
New Zealand4-9 days3-8 days3-5 days2-4 days1-3 days
United Kingdom4-9 days3-8 days3-5 days2-4 days1-3 days

Great question! You earn 2 points for every dollar spent on any Crystal items and 1 point for every dollar spent on any non-crystal add-ons (light bases, wrapping paper, greeting cards, cleaning kit, ornament stands, candles, etc).

You can also earn points by leaving reviews on purchased items, referring a friend, following us on Instagram, liking us on Facebook, and subscribing to our Newsletters. We also celebrate our customers with points on Birthdays and Anniversaries! For more information, check out our Rewards page

Does ArtPix 3D specialize in custom crystal gifts? The answer to both questions is a hearty yes! We handle your digital photos with the utmost care, and we’ll never use them for any purpose other than to create your custom crystal.

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How to Create Your Own Custom Coffee Mug

Our custom mug printing process uses the latest in sublimation printing technology to ensure your favorite photos never peel or fade in the microwave or dishwasher. Add up to 5 photos, align them just the way you like, add text, then get ready to sip in style.

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