Colours and Kids

Realistically, it would be easier to get mugs off the shelves from the shops.

But we want to make a difference!

So, we choose to paint the mugs with kids! :D
Yes, 250 mugs all in one weekend. Sounds crazy? Well, we think it's worth it.

By involving the next generation, we bring awareness to the young of the benefits of reusing an item and its impact to our environment.

And when working with such a large quantity, and with kids, we take more care in how we carry out the event.

1. We will use water-based ceramic paint instead of ink-based. So if the kids (or even the adult volunteers) make a boo-boo on the mug, we can easily erase it out.

2. We bought sample mugs to try out the paint and bake process. Baking is needed to ensure the paint "stick" permanently, and will be dishwasher safe.

3. We decided on mugs which have the traditional flat surface (rather than the more "modern & curvy" types). Easier for the paint job.

And the effect?

See the samples at the booth we will set up for the Earth Day on 22-April @ Theatrette. Alternatively, look at the sample pics we put in our blog.