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Home Β» Holidays Β» DIY Marbled Nail Polish Mugs

DIY Marbled Nail Polish Mugs

Published: Dec 15, 2015 Β· Modified: Jul 23, 2017 by Rebecca Pytell Β· This post may contain affiliate links.

Easy DIY marbled nail polish mugs make the perfect homemade gift! A simple craft done in a few minutes that looks like it took hours of work!

DIY Marbled Nail Polish Mugs | Strength and Sunshine @RebeccaGF666 Easy DIY marbled nail polish mugs make the perfect homemade gift! A simple craft done in a few minutes that looks like it took hours of work!

"Rebecca, isn't this a food blog?" Yes! Yes it is! But I have a fun last-minute DIY I think you will love! As you know I always take about my DIY gifts I give my immediate family every year. I started this tradition (with myself) a few years ago, from yarn wreaths, memory jars, and last year's cinnamon ornaments, I love this time of year to get a little crafty with things other than food. I'm always on the lookout all year long for the best (easy) DIY that I can find and do with no fuss. I just happened to be doing my HIIT cardio session on the bike one morning while I had Home and Family on the Hallmark channel playing on the TV.

DIY Marbled Nail Polish Mugs | Strength and Sunshine @RebeccaGF666 Easy DIY marbled nail polish mugs make the perfect homemade gift! A simple craft done in a few minutes that looks like it took hours of work!

Low and behold, good old Home and Family had a great DIY gift segment for the holidays. A simple craft with mugs, nail polish, and a bowl of water (that's it!). I knew I had to try this one out! I've made sharpie mugs before, but other the years, the marker rubs off. The nail polish seemed like it maybe something more lasting if taken care of. Even if my family just uses them decoratively to store pens and pencils, these are a pretty great gift to give. (I am hoping my family doesn't choose today's post to be reading my blog...). I always get super excited about the gifts I give my family. It's one of my favorite parts of Christmas morning! I also write sappy letters to them and usually just leave the room when they all open them or hide my face in my lap. Regardless of my embarrassment, it's still my favorite part and I think my family is pretty content with the gifts as well πŸ˜‰

DIY Marbled Nail Polish Mugs | Strength and Sunshine @RebeccaGF666 Easy DIY marbled nail polish mugs make the perfect homemade gift! A simple craft done in a few minutes that looks like it took hours of work!

Now, here's what you need to do this super fast DIY. I'm telling you, it takes about 5 minutes, then you just need to let everything dry. It can take longer if you want to fix you design, but we can discuss that later, once you see what you're getting into. One caveat, whatever bowl you use for the water, you will be pouring some nail polish in and no matter, the nail polish stains the bowl. I used an old plastic cookie container and...well...let's just say it looks like a pretty piece of unintentional artwork (that I hide from my mom so she would get made I ruined it).

DIY Marbled Nail Polish Mugs

+ Ceramic Dishwasher-Safe Mugs

+ Various Colored Nail Polish (dark colors are better)

+ A Large Bowl or Container

+ Water

+ Nail Polish Remover (if you want to redo)

+ Paper Towel (to dry mugs on)

DIY Marbled Nail Polish Mugs | Strength and Sunshine @RebeccaGF666 Easy DIY marbled nail polish mugs make the perfect homemade gift! A simple craft done in a few minutes that looks like it took hours of work!

1. Fill your bowl with enough water so that it's almost full, but enough room so there will be no overflowing when you dunk the mugs.

2. Pour in a few drops of nail polish in your color of choice into the water. You can pour right in the middle or in a swirl motion, whatever you desire.

3. Quickly, take one mug, holding the lip/rim with you hand and dunk right into the bowl of water. You can dunk one side, straight in the middle, just the handle, etc. Just leave the lip area clean. When you pull it out, there will be a marbled pattern of color. Repeat this process with another color if desired or more of the same. Play around with your design as you don't have much say it how it will look once you pull it out!

4. If you hate how it looks, or one spot gets mussed up. Simply use some paper towel of a Q-Tip with some nail polish remover and wipe off when you don't like. Wash the mug off before redoing it!

5. Once you're satisfied, let the mugs dry on a paper towel upside down. Make sure they are totally dry before picking them up again!

DIY Marbled Nail Polish Mugs | Strength and Sunshine @RebeccaGF666 Easy DIY marbled nail polish mugs make the perfect homemade gift! A simple craft done in a few minutes that looks like it took hours of work!

I did an all pink one, a green and orange one, and a dark purple with some blue one. It was rather fun and much easier than I had originally though before I actually did it! I was even going to try and make a video for this DIY, but that would have been messy. I already got nail polish on myself and the table...of course that container too. Okay, and made even some pink stained the sink when I tried furiously to clean the container. That wore off...except for one little pink spot I still see on the metal rack in the sink (oops!)

DIY Marbled Nail Polish Mugs | Strength and Sunshine @RebeccaGF666 Easy DIY marbled nail polish mugs make the perfect homemade gift! A simple craft done in a few minutes that looks like it took hours of work!

Isn't it pretty! I love how they turned out! I was going to make ornaments again this year, different than the cinnamon ones, but I'm glad I went with these pretty mugs! For some reason I always just do enough for my family and forget to throw an extra one in for myself. I need to go buy another mug so I can make one for me! Haha! So if you're in need of an easy DIY or last minute gift, that isn't food, these mugs are perfect! They look fancy and like you bought them this way, but you made them yourself!

DIY Marbled Nail Polish Mugs | Strength and Sunshine @RebeccaGF666 Easy DIY marbled nail polish mugs make the perfect homemade gift! A simple craft done in a few minutes that looks like it took hours of work!

So tell me:

+ Did you DIY any gifts (or will you) this year?

+ What's your most favorite gift you ever gave someone? The Build-A-Bear Penguin I made for my mom when I was a lot younger! I thought it was the BEST gift since she loves penguins. It was the Penguin from Happy Feet I believe. Always my favorite gift though.

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Comments

  1. Lindsay

    January 06, 2021 at 11:09 am

    Will the mug be dishwasher safe like this? Or would I need to seal it with modge podge?

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      January 06, 2021 at 4:48 pm

      It actually stays okay in the dishwasher, but over time will wear. I suggest hand wash. So if you are going to be heavy with the dishwasher, you can use a seal if you know how (I didn't and I also don't use a dishwasher!)

      Reply
      • Lindsay Giorio

        January 07, 2021 at 10:39 am

        Thanks, I'm guessing no microwaving? We're doing it this weekend for my 8 year olds birthday!!

        Reply
        • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

          January 07, 2021 at 11:30 am

          You can microwave them. Why not? As long as you have a microwave-safe mug, which would be odd if you didn't.

          Reply
  2. Malisha Mishel

    October 17, 2018 at 7:04 pm

    How sweet! I have fallen in love with it!!! I'm an avid DIYer and always try to be busy with some new projects. Was searching for a unique idea to start. The Nail Polish Mug made me stop and crazy to make it asap! In a hurry to start. Wish me good luck, Rebecca! πŸ™‚

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      October 18, 2018 at 7:21 am

      These are fantastic! My mom still uses hers, haha!

      Reply
  3. Sheryl

    January 06, 2016 at 5:56 pm

    My grandchildren (ages 14 to 8) and I made Christmas ornaments like this for them to give as presents to their parent and other grandparents this year. You should have seen the 3 boys trying very hard not to get nail polish on their finger nails. It was hilarious and we spent the whole time laughing. It was a great Christmas memory. The ornaments turned out amazing.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      January 06, 2016 at 5:58 pm

      Ornaments?

      Reply
      • Sheryl

        January 06, 2016 at 6:06 pm

        Yes, we used clear glass ornamets and used the same method you used on the coffe mugs. The ornaments turned out to be gorgeous. They had the two colors that were chosen for each put were still somewhat transparent allowing the tree lights to glow through them.

        Reply
        • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

          January 06, 2016 at 6:26 pm

          Well now that sounds awesome!

          Reply
          • Sheryl

            January 06, 2016 at 6:33 pm

            Will I see that blog post next Christmas? It would be a good follow up!!

          • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

            January 06, 2016 at 8:17 pm

            Maybe!

  4. Elaine

    January 05, 2016 at 8:05 pm

    What a cute project for a gift! They are adorable yet practical! Thanks for sharing...Pinned!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      January 05, 2016 at 8:06 pm

      Thanks!

      Reply
  5. Kristen @ The Endless Meal

    December 27, 2015 at 3:00 pm

    This is such a great idea! I have so much nail polish and, honestly, I hardly ever wear it so this is perfect. I'm so doing this!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      December 27, 2015 at 3:12 pm

      Yes! My family loved them too, so go at it!

      Reply
  6. Nicole

    December 27, 2015 at 1:16 am

    These are seriously cool! What a great and simple idea. LOVE!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      December 27, 2015 at 4:05 am

      Thank you! They are SO easy and fun!

      Reply
    • Alex

      May 21, 2016 at 5:39 pm

      They turned out quite lovely! Great idea for those who have more nail polish than who knows what to do with it!

      Reply
      • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

        May 21, 2016 at 5:47 pm

        Fantastic! I would love to see them!

        Reply
  7. Katie

    December 25, 2015 at 3:06 pm

    What a cool idea AND fun way to jazz up some plain white mugs! Can't tell you how many bottles of old nail polish I have lying around that will be unused. Thanks for sharing this, pinned!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      December 25, 2015 at 3:20 pm

      Well now you have your solution!! Thanks Katie!

      Reply
  8. Jennifer Abel

    December 20, 2015 at 7:26 pm

    Such a brilliant idea , I love it so much I really need to be doing this. I must admit I have a draw full of nail polish that is going to waste, but no more!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      December 20, 2015 at 7:37 pm

      Haha never!!! We can always find a good use for everything when we get creative πŸ˜‰

      Reply
  9. Sarah

    December 20, 2015 at 8:42 am

    I love this idea! Totally going to make some mugs for my family for Christmas! Thanks for sharing πŸ™‚

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      December 20, 2015 at 9:16 am

      Awesome!! I want to see pictures πŸ˜‰

      Reply
  10. Amberjane

    December 20, 2015 at 6:37 am

    Quick and easy present - might have to make some !

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      December 20, 2015 at 7:47 am

      You should!

      Reply
  11. Valerie

    December 20, 2015 at 2:22 am

    My girls would love doing this! They love nail polish!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      December 20, 2015 at 4:09 am

      Fantastic!

      Reply
  12. Donna

    December 19, 2015 at 11:52 pm

    So pretty!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      December 20, 2015 at 4:07 am

      Thanks!

      Reply
  13. kimmythevegan

    December 19, 2015 at 5:32 pm

    Love DIY gifts - so much better than store bought things. These are super cute - your family will love them =)

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      December 19, 2015 at 5:45 pm

      Agreed! Thank you so much Kimmy! I hope so πŸ˜‰

      Reply
  14. Akaleistar

    December 19, 2015 at 3:55 pm

    Those mugs look so cool! What a great project!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      December 19, 2015 at 4:57 pm

      Thank you!

      Reply
  15. Tanya

    December 19, 2015 at 9:44 am

    I love these mugs! I've never seen anything like them! I wonder if I still have time to make some for Christmas presents. Just tweeted, pinned and shared on FB

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      December 19, 2015 at 11:28 am

      Yes you to!!! They take only a few minutes to make!!! Thank you dear πŸ™‚

      Reply
  16. Emily @ Recipes to Nourish

    December 18, 2015 at 10:38 pm

    Wow those are beautiful! What a fun DIY.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      December 19, 2015 at 3:07 am

      Thanks!

      Reply
  17. Alyssa @ My Sequined Life

    December 17, 2015 at 11:33 pm

    I love love LOVE these mugs, Rebecca! I have a serious DIY wish list that's constantly growing in my head but I've been neglecting it big time. These mugs are being added to it and WILL be happening!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      December 18, 2015 at 12:12 am

      Yes they will!!!! They are so quick to do, there are no excuses! Haha!

      Reply
  18. Pen

    December 17, 2015 at 4:58 pm

    Ooooh, this is such a great idea. I have a load of white mugs in the cupboard that I no longer use and a large bag of different coloured nail polishes. thanks for the idea. I will let you know how they turn out.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      December 17, 2015 at 5:02 pm

      Awesome!!! Time to make those plain mugs fun and festive!

      Reply
  19. Jess @hellotofit

    December 17, 2015 at 12:55 pm

    What a cool idea!! I would've never thought to use nail polish for anything other than painting my nails, hehe. Looks awesome!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      December 17, 2015 at 1:15 pm

      Sometimes the "unintended use" is even better πŸ˜‰

      Reply
  20. Johanna

    December 17, 2015 at 12:55 pm

    Love this!! I am making mine today!!! I have the perfect mug!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      December 17, 2015 at 1:15 pm

      O! I want to see it when you're done!! Tag me on social media somewhere!

      Reply
  21. Michelle

    December 17, 2015 at 12:42 pm

    These are gorgeous! I'm in love!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      December 17, 2015 at 12:43 pm

      Thank you Michelle!

      Reply
  22. Emily

    December 17, 2015 at 8:15 am

    These look soo cool! Sharing. πŸ˜‰

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      December 17, 2015 at 9:19 am

      Thank you sweetie!

      Reply
  23. Gabriela

    December 17, 2015 at 3:20 am

    This is so cool! I have recently started using only "natural" nail polish (formaldehyde-free, etc) but I still have quite the collection of regular polish that is simply going to waste - until now! Thanks for the great idea! I love making homemade gifts for Christmas. I think my favorite was making my then boyfriend, now husband, beard oil and moisturizer. I put them in an old cigar box and added a homemade lip balm too. He absolutely loved it and I've been making him refills of them ever since. πŸ˜‰ I really love putting together little gift boxes like that. It let's me be creative and the more items in the box the greater the chance that they will really like something right? lol. Shopping for gifts kind of freaks me out! Haha!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      December 17, 2015 at 9:19 am

      Perfect way!! I have way too many old bottles of polish that I would never wear (I rarely wear any polish...maybe once or twice a year just on my toes!)
      Woh, haha! That is one killer DIY πŸ˜‰ I still need to try making my own beauty and hygiene products!
      Yes! I love putting everything together, card and all and then placing the gifts under the tree. It makes me feel all cozy πŸ˜‰

      Reply
  24. Carly @ FitLiving blog

    December 16, 2015 at 4:57 pm

    These are super cute and such a great idea! I love how easy it seems to be to make and the pop of color πŸ™‚

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      December 16, 2015 at 4:58 pm

      They are easy! Right when I saw them, I knew I could do it! And then when I actually did, wow! So quick!

      Reply
  25. Gin

    December 16, 2015 at 4:50 pm

    These are awesome! I had no idea you're crafty. My mom will love a set of these, she's the biggest polish fiend in the world. πŸ™‚

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      December 16, 2015 at 4:53 pm

      Haha! Sometimes the artsy bug bites me hard πŸ˜‰ Thanks Gin! xoxo

      Reply
  26. Mary-the boondocks blog

    December 16, 2015 at 3:02 pm

    How absolutely adorable and simple. This is a must try! Pinning and giving it to my crafty daughter.. maybe I can get her to do it for me.... And now she can finally use all the nail polish she never wears!! Always the practical mom! Thanks for sharing with us.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      December 16, 2015 at 3:12 pm

      It's a great way to use all those nail polishes! Haha! I used ones I've never even looked at in years πŸ˜‰

      Reply
  27. Carol Cassara

    December 16, 2015 at 8:48 am

    Finally, a craft I can do! I am going to give it a try. Pinning.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      December 16, 2015 at 11:35 am

      Yes! They are so easy!

      Reply
  28. Katrin@KreativK.net

    December 16, 2015 at 8:31 am

    I LOVE how these look! What a fantastic idea! I wanna try, I had no idea! I just use my nailpolish for my nails. ha, but this is real cool!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      December 16, 2015 at 11:34 am

      Nail polish shall now be called mug polish πŸ˜‰

      Reply
  29. Amanda @ The Fundamental Home

    December 16, 2015 at 7:50 am

    A great, simple idea. I am going to show my daughter. I think she will enjoy making these. The only DIY gifts we have made so far are jams and other preserves. I hope you have a wonderful Christmas!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      December 16, 2015 at 7:59 am

      Ah, well now it's time to take those DIYs to the non-edible πŸ˜‰ But still a vessel for edible things...like hot chocolate!

      Reply
  30. sherry

    December 15, 2015 at 8:09 pm

    These are great. A perfect gift for my kids to give to the grandparents.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      December 15, 2015 at 8:18 pm

      That they are!!

      Reply
  31. Kat

    December 15, 2015 at 4:31 pm

    What an incredibly cute DIY gift!! Not going to lie, I personally like this idea for my coffee bar. I was going to go all sharpie crazy on some mugs to display for my coffee bar, but these ones would probably look way cuter!!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      December 15, 2015 at 4:33 pm

      Yea, sharpie is so 2014 πŸ˜‰ Nail polish is where it's at!!!

      Reply
  32. Susie @ SuzLyfe

    December 15, 2015 at 4:16 pm

    So cute! Until your cat gets their hair into the water and or tries to drink it... that would be Zoe.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      December 15, 2015 at 4:33 pm

      Bahahahaha, o god! The hair could leave a neat design, but the drinking...bad...very bad πŸ˜›

      Reply
  33. Eryn

    December 15, 2015 at 4:00 pm

    What a great idea!! I love this!! Definitely going to do this winter!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      December 15, 2015 at 4:31 pm

      Awesome! You'll have fun!

      Reply
  34. Julia

    December 15, 2015 at 2:41 pm

    These are gorgeous! Instead of going out to the store and buying similar ones I can now make some myself! Thanks for sharing πŸ™‚

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      December 15, 2015 at 2:45 pm

      Exactly!! Thanks dear!

      Reply
  35. Melanie

    December 15, 2015 at 2:18 pm

    Those are so pretty! I actually just bought a couple of plain white mugs and was wondering how I should decorate them, and now I know! Crafting and I don't always do great together, so hopefully it's not an epic fail! πŸ™‚

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      December 15, 2015 at 2:43 pm

      No way! This is SOOO easy!!! Totally try it out! And like I said, if you hate the design, you can rub it off with remover and do it again! But I literally did these in 5 minutes! Haha!

      Reply
  36. Tianna

    December 15, 2015 at 2:07 pm

    super cute mugs! I will have to try this one πŸ™‚ I made almost everyone on my list a mug this year and it was tons of fun. I mostly did quotes and stuff πŸ™‚

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      December 15, 2015 at 2:09 pm

      Sharpie mugs?

      Reply
  37. Miss Polkadot

    December 15, 2015 at 1:57 pm

    These are adorable! I never knew about your crafty side but don't hesitate to share other non-food DIYs on the blog. I'm not super talented in that area myself but want to explore my options in the months to come - this season isn't the only for gift-giving after all. Actually, the largest part of my Christmas gifts this year will be homemade.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      December 15, 2015 at 2:05 pm

      Homemade gifts are just where it's at! I'd much prefer one myself...except no one in my family would ever make anything (but me), hahaha!

      Reply
  38. Laura @ Sprint 2 the Table

    December 15, 2015 at 1:21 pm

    Love these!!! You could totally sell them on etsy.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      December 15, 2015 at 2:02 pm

      Bahahaha πŸ˜‰ Cook now crafter!

      Reply
  39. Leah M @ love me, feed me

    December 15, 2015 at 1:03 pm

    I made these last year for some family! Soooo cute!!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      December 15, 2015 at 2:02 pm

      Aren't they fun!?

      Reply
  40. Long Ladies

    December 15, 2015 at 12:37 pm

    I hadn't thought of mixing the colors! I found this project on another blog a couple of weeks back and decided to mix it with another sharpie mug project for specific women in my life.
    I'll have to experiment with mixing colors.
    ~Haley

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      December 15, 2015 at 2:01 pm

      Go crazy with colors!!!

      Reply
  41. Kristen

    December 15, 2015 at 12:34 pm

    These are so pretty! And I think mugs are the best gift ever. Who doesn't need another coffee mug?

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      December 15, 2015 at 2:01 pm

      I know, right! They always have more uses than just drinking too!

      Reply
  42. Natalie | Feasting on Fruit

    December 15, 2015 at 12:08 pm

    You are getting all DIY Pinterest crafty on me and I love it! I actually love this kinda stuff, but rarely do it. And abstract, easy, dip it in water and don't actually have to have much skill projects like this are perfect for me, low fail rate πŸ™‚ Although my sister and I do have a DIY gift planned for my mom this year so we'll see how that goes. I can't decide which color is my favorite, I love the two toned green and orange, but purple is my second favorite color, and the pink is so especially bright, all gorgeous! And just one stain in the sink, that's like practically a tidiness record, could be much much worse (like if I had been there, I'm a mess) πŸ™‚ Very, very fun <3

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      December 15, 2015 at 12:12 pm

      Hahaha! I love these kinda things to, but always end up just doing them this time of year! But I always feel all good about myself afterwards (if they work out!)
      I also like just giving DIY stuff since I don't have to BUY something expensive (don't have a job and....that's just harder). Making something I feel is much more loving where the immediate family is concerned!
      XOXO

      Reply
  43. Linda @ Veganosity

    December 15, 2015 at 10:54 am

    How fun! It's like painting Easter eggs. Thanks for sharing this, Rebecca. πŸ™‚

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      December 15, 2015 at 11:32 am

      Haha, yes! Except vegan πŸ˜‰

      Reply
      • Linda @ Veganosity

        December 15, 2015 at 7:06 pm

        Of course! I think I was so excited to see this because I don't partake in that tradition any longer.

        Reply
        • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

          December 15, 2015 at 7:09 pm

          Me either πŸ˜‰ But I didn't even relate the 2 until you said it!

          Reply
  44. Emma

    December 15, 2015 at 10:48 am

    Your mugs look so good. I love the pink one. Think I'll have to give this a good, thanks for the inspiration πŸ™‚

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      December 15, 2015 at 11:32 am

      They are super fun to make!

      Reply
  45. Farrah

    December 15, 2015 at 9:09 am

    I love this idea! I have lots of random nail polish hanging out on my shelf--this would be awesome to make! They're so pretty! :]

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      December 15, 2015 at 10:19 am

      Yea! I don't usually wear nail polish, so this is a great way to use it up πŸ˜‰

      Reply
  46. Ellen @ My Uncommon Everyday

    December 15, 2015 at 7:16 am

    These are adorable! I think I'm done with Christmas gifts (minus some trays of baked goods!), but these would make excellent birthday gifts, too. I've found that college students love mugs, so this is perfect and so easy! Thanks for a great idea πŸ™‚

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      December 15, 2015 at 7:17 am

      I know! I have have WAY too many mugs in the house and only use about 2 of them πŸ˜› But I do love them!

      Reply
  47. Kierston

    December 15, 2015 at 6:30 am

    What a neat idea!!! I'm going to try this.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      December 15, 2015 at 6:50 am

      It's so much fun!!!

      Reply

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No one cares about entrees during the summer...it' No one cares about entrees during the summer...it's ALL about the sides and salads! πŸ˜πŸ˜†πŸ₯—πŸ«˜
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Old-Fashioned Three Bean Salad (Gluten-Free, Vegan) πŸ˜‹πŸ₯—πŸ«˜
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This Beautifully Bountiful Bean-Filled Salad is πŸ‘‡
Gluten-Free ❀️
Allergy-Free 🧑
Vegan & Vegetarian πŸ’›
Healthy, Quick, & Easy πŸ’š
Great For Meal Prep πŸ’™
Easy Summer Lunch, Side Dish, or Appetizer πŸ’œ
Feed A Crowd at Potlucks, Cookouts, BBQs, & Summer Grillings! πŸ’—
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Green beans, kidney beans (my fav!), cannellini, some finely diced red onion, fresh parsley, and a sweet and tangy dressing made with @bragg apple coder vinegar, @pompeian evoo, a touch of dijon, salt, pepper, and a pinch of celery seed! A classic for a reason; it will last in the fridge all week for a quick side or light lunch too! πŸ€€πŸ™ŒβœŒοΈ
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Find tons more variations and suggestions in the post! How does your family do the classic 3 bean salad? πŸ€”
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CLICK the LINK in my BIO @rebeccagf666 for the FULL RECIPE on the BLOG! πŸ‘†πŸ‘†
https://strengthandsunshine.com/three-bean-salad/
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#threebeansalad #summerrecipes #beansalad #bbqsides #glutenfree #vegan #dairyfree #eggfree #soyfree #nutfree #allergyfree #celiac #mealprepping #foodallergies #feedfeed #summersalad #glutenfreelife #whatsonmyplate #healthymoms #kidapproved #thenewhealthy #potluck #greenbeans #glutenfreefood #summereats #glutenfreeliving #celiacdisease #foodallergymom #makesmewhole #easylunch
Why not take the classic BLT sandwich and transfor Why not take the classic BLT sandwich and transform it into PASTA SALAD!? 🀯πŸ₯ͺ🍝
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Vegan BLT Pasta Salad (Gluten-Free, Allergy-Free) πŸ˜‹πŸπŸ₯—πŸ₯“πŸ₯¬πŸ…
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This Bangin' Baconless BLT Pasta Salad is πŸ‘‡
Gluten-Free ❀️
Allergy-Friendly 🧑
Vegan & Vegetarian πŸ’›
Healthy, Quick, & Easy πŸ’š
Just 5 Ingredients πŸ’™
Homemade Coconut Bacon & Eggless Mayo πŸ’œ
Make-Ahead & Meal Prep Essential (great for light lunches & dinners!) 🀎
A Potluck, Cookout, BBQ, Summer Grilling Side Dish Must! πŸ’—
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This recipe was the LAST one I made back in NJ last summer! It is one of the best pasta salads to ever appear on Strength and sunshine! Using @eatbanza Cavatappi, crisp romaine, grape tomatoes, my homemade coconut bacon, homemade aquafaba mayo, seasoned with a pinch of salt and pepper! It's SO easy and quick! You are going to fall in love! Ditch the gluten, meat, and eggs in this BLT salad and still get all the delicious flavors and heartiness you love! πŸ€€πŸ™ŒβœŒοΈ
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What's your favorite sandwich? BLTs are the best savory sandwiches, PBJs are the best sweet! πŸ˜†βœŒοΈ
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CLICK the LINK in my BIO @rebeccagf666 for the FULL RECIPE on the BLOG! πŸ‘†πŸ‘†
https://strengthandsunshine.com/vegan-blt-pasta-salad-gluten-free/
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#pastasalad #summerrecipes #bltsalad #bltsandwich #glutenfree #vegan #dairyfree #eggfree #soyfree #nutfree #allergyfree #celiac #mealprepping #foodallergies #feedfeed #summersalad #glutenfreelife #whatsonmyplate #healthymoms #kidapproved #thenewhealthy #veganpasta #glutenfreepasta #glutenfreefood #summereats #glutenfreeliving #celiacdisease #foodallergymom #makesmewhole #easylunch
When you've got some extra bananas that are ripe, When you've got some extra bananas that are ripe, but not ripe enough for banana bread, what do you do??? πŸ€”πŸ€·β€β™€οΈ
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Vegan Bananas Foster (Gluten-Free, No Alcohol) πŸ€€πŸ‘πŸŒ
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This Blissfully Brilliant Non-Alcoholic Bananas Foster recipe is πŸ‘‡
Gluten-Free ❀️
Allergy-Free 🧑
Vegan πŸ’›
Paleo + Grain-Free πŸ’š
Naturally Sweet πŸ’™
Just 10 Minutes πŸ’œ
Easy, Quick, No Rum NeededπŸ’—
Perfect Southern Dessert, Brunch Topping, or Breakfast Treat πŸ’–
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Slice up those naturally sweet @chiquitabanana bananas, melt some @countrycrock vegan butter in a @lodgecastiron pan with brown sugar @swervesweetie, some rum and vanilla extract with a dash of @simplyorganicfoods cinnamon, to caramelize into a rich deeply flavored and aromatic sauce. Saute the bananas until slightly soft and serve right away with vanilla @nadamoo ice cream for dessert or some homemade French toast (use one of my banana bread recipes!) πŸŒβœŒοΈπŸ‘Œ
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What do you like to serve your bananas foster with? πŸŒπŸ¨πŸžπŸ§‡
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CLICK the LINK in my BIO @rebeccagf666 for the FULL RECIPE on the BLOG! πŸ‘†πŸ‘†
https://strengthandsunshine.com/bananas-foster/
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#bananasfoster #bananas #bananafoster #castironcooking #castironskillet #glutenfree #vegan #dairyfree #eggfree #soyfree #nutfree #allergyfree #celiac #foodallergies #feedfeed #southerndesserts #southfloridaliving #neworleansfood #glutenfreelife #southernvegan #southfloridafoodie #kidapproved #vegandessert #glutenfreedessert #veganbreakfast #glutenfreefood #glutenfreebreakfast #glutenfreeliving #celiacdisease #foodallergymom
You can enjoy plantains are EVERY stage of ripenes You can enjoy plantains are EVERY stage of ripeness! πŸ’›πŸŒ
When their yellow, make Maduros! πŸ₯°
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Fried Sweet Plantains (Maduros) πŸ€€πŸ‘πŸŒ
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These Mouthwatering Melt-In-Your-Mouth Maduros are πŸ‘‡
Gluten-Free ❀️
Allergy-Free 🧑
Vegan πŸ’›
Paleo + Grain-Free πŸ’š
Naturally Sweet πŸ’™
Just 10 Minutes πŸ’œ
Easy, Healthier, & Pan-Fried πŸ’—
Perfect Side Dish, Appetizer, or Snack (for Any Meal!) πŸ’–
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The opposite of tostones with your unripe green plantains; Once your @chiquitabanana plantains turn perfectly yellow and ripe, slice them up, and lightly pan-fry them in your @lodgecastiron for a quick, semi-sweet, creamy, custardy side dish everyone will love! Toss them with some cinnamon, salt, and enjoy them for breakfast, lunch, or dinner! πŸŒβœŒοΈπŸ‘Œ
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Team Tostone or Team Maduro? πŸ€”
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CLICK the LINK in my BIO @rebeccagf666 for the FULL RECIPE on the BLOG! πŸ‘†πŸ‘†
https://strengthandsunshine.com/air-fryer-tostones/
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#maduros #friedsweetplantains #sweetplantains #castironcooking #castironskillet #glutenfree #vegan #dairyfree #eggfree #soyfree #nutfree #allergyfree #celiac #foodallergies #feedfeed #cubanfood #southfloridaliving #healthysidedish #glutenfreelife #plantain #southfloridafoodie #kidapproved #vegansnack #plantains #justeatrealfood #glutenfreefood #caribbeanfood #glutenfreeliving #celiacdisease #foodallergymom
Not sure what to do with those green plantains? Ma Not sure what to do with those green plantains? Make Tostones! 😍
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Air Fryer Tostones (Healthy, Oil-Free) πŸ€€πŸ‘πŸŒ
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These Totally Tropical Terific Tostones are πŸ‘‡
Gluten-Free ❀️
Allergy-Free 🧑
Vegan πŸ’›
Paleo + Grain-Free πŸ’š
Oil-Free & Sugar-Free πŸ’™
Simply Plantains & Salt πŸ’œ
Quick, Easy, No-Mess, No Oil! πŸ’—
Perfect Savory Side Dish, Appetizer, or Snack πŸ’–
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Perfect tostones require the unripe green plantains (got mine from @theboysfarmersmarket), they're super cheap (like 20-30Β’), peel, slice, soak them in some water, lime juice, and salt, use your @gowiseusa air fryer to give them the first "fry", then get out your frustrations by smashing them into flat discs with a tostonera or a heavy mug, toss them back in the air fryer to finish getting golden and crispy! Serve with an extra pinch of flaky salt and salsa dips of choice! πŸ‘Œ
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CLICK the LINK in my BIO @rebeccagf666 for the FULL RECIPE on the BLOG! πŸ‘†πŸ‘†
https://strengthandsunshine.com/air-fryer-tostones/
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#tostones #airfryertostones #airfryer #airfryerrecipes #oilfree #glutenfree #vegan #dairyfree #eggfree #soyfree #nutfree #allergyfree #celiac #foodallergies #feedfeed #airfryerrecipe #southfloridaliving #healthysidedish #glutenfreelife #plantain #plantbasedvegan #kidapproved #vegansnack #plantains #justeatrealfood #glutenfreefood #caribbeanfood #glutenfreeliving #celiacdisease #foodallergymom
Simple, crisp, cold, and refreshing! Your new sala Simple, crisp, cold, and refreshing!
Your new salad obsession for the season! πŸ₯—
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Shirazi Salad (Persian Cucumber & Tomato Salad) πŸ€€πŸ‘πŸ₯—πŸ₯’πŸ…πŸ§…
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This Cool Crisp Cucumber Tangy Tomato Salad is πŸ‘‡
Gluten-Free ❀️
Allergy-Free 🧑
Vegan πŸ’›
Keto & Low-Carb & Paleo πŸ’š
Naturally Raw & Sugar-Free πŸ’™
Just Healthy Veggies, EVOO, & Herbs πŸ’œ
Simple, Easy, Ready In 10 Minutes πŸ’—
Perfect Side Dish, Salad, or Appetizer πŸ’–
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This Persian salad is packed with flavor but so simple! Persian cucumbers, Roma tomatoes, red onion, @pompeian extra virgin olive oil, authentic verjuice or fresh lime juice, @simplyorganicfoods dried mint (the secret!) salt and pepper. Toss on some fresh herbs like parsley if you want, mix it up, and serve right away to enjoy that super refreshing crunch! πŸ˜‹πŸ˜šπŸ™Œ
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CLICK the LINK in my BIO @rebeccagf666 for the FULL RECIPE on the BLOG! πŸ‘†πŸ‘†
https://strengthandsunshine.com/shirazi-salad/
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#shirazisalad #persiansalad #salad #saladrecipe #saladrecipes #glutenfree #vegan #dairyfree #eggfree #soyfree #nutfree #allergyfree #celiac #foodallergies #feedfeed #cucumbertomatosalad #vegetablesalad #vegansalad #glutenfreelife #cucumbers #plantbasedvegan #kidapproved #tomatoes #ketorecipe #justeatrealfood #glutenfreefood #rawvegan #glutenfreeliving #celiacdisease #foodallergymom
Light, fluffy, bright, and zesty, with a little po Light, fluffy, bright, and zesty, with a little poppy seed nuttiness! πŸ˜πŸ‹πŸ₯ž
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Gluten-Free Lemon Poppy Seed Pancakes (Vegan, Allergy-Free) πŸ˜‹πŸ‹πŸ₯ž
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This Flavor-Packed Pancake Stack of Sunshine is:πŸ‘‡
Gluten-Free ❀️
Allergy-Free 🧑
Vegan πŸ’›
Oil-Free & Sugar-Free πŸ’š
Kid-Approved πŸ’™
Perfect Springtime or Easter Breakfast or Brunch πŸ’œ
Make-Ahead + Freezer-Friendly πŸ’–
Easy & Quick, Fluffy & Healthy πŸ’—
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Who's ready for this bright and zesty stack of hotcakes?! πŸ™Œ
Start with @kingarthurbaking GF flour, baking powder & soda, applesauce or my homemade vegan sour cream with @so_delicious coconut yogurt, tons of fresh lemon set and juice, vegan buttermilk, @simplyorganicfoods poppy seeds, a touch of @swervesweetie, vanilla, and topped with a simple lemon glaze made with @swervesweetie! 😍✌️🀀
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Lemon poppy seed is a seasonal flavor must! Not too sweet, but sweet and flavorful enough not to need any maple syrup! Tons of ways to top them and more suggestions over on the blog! πŸ˜‹πŸ˜š
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Click the link in my bio @rebeccagf666 for the full recipe on the blog! πŸ‘†πŸ‘†
https://strengthandsunshine.com/lemon-poppy-seed-pancakes/
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#pancakes #lemonpoppyseedpancakes #veganpancakes #glutenfreepancakes #lemonpoppyseed #pancakerecipe #glutenfree #vegan #dairyfree #eggfree #soyfree #nutfree #allergyfree #celiac #foodallergies #feedfeed #thebakefeed #glutenfreelife #foodallergymom #veganbreakfast #glutenfreebreakfast #pancakebreakfast #pancakesunday #veganbrunch #healthybreakfastideas #easterbrunch #glutenfreebrunch #glutenfreeliving #celiacdisease #pancakelover
Broccoli doesn't have to be boring...πŸ₯¦πŸ˜ * Pe Broccoli doesn't have to be boring...πŸ₯¦πŸ˜
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Perfectly Crispy Air Fryer Broccoli (Easy, Oil-Free) πŸ€€πŸ‘πŸ₯¦
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This Brilliant un-Believable Broccoli Bash is πŸ‘‡
Gluten-Free ❀️
Allergy-Free 🧑
Vegan πŸ’›
Keto & Low-Carb & Paleo πŸ’š
Oil-Free & Sugar-Free πŸ’™
Just Broccoli & Choice of Seasonings πŸ’œ
No-Fuss, Ready In 10 Minutes πŸ’—
Perfect Weeknight Side Dish, Appetizer, or Healthy Snack πŸ’–
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Just grab a bunch of fresh broccoli from your local market (like @theboysfarmersmarket), your flavors and seasonings of choice (@simplyorganicfoods), toss, and let your @gowiseusa air fryer do all the crispy roasting magic! Turn even the pickiest of eaters and biggest broccoli haters into diehard broccoli lovers! πŸ₯³πŸ˜‹πŸ₯¦πŸ™Œ
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What's your all-time favorite way to eat yo' broccoli? I'm a raw kinda gal ✌️
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CLICK the LINK in my BIO @rebeccagf666 for the FULL RECIPE on the BLOG! πŸ‘†πŸ‘†
https://strengthandsunshine.com/air-fryer-broccoli/
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#broccoli #oilfree #airfryer #airfryerrecipes #broccolirecipes #glutenfree #vegan #dairyfree #eggfree #soyfree #nutfree #allergyfree #celiac #foodallergies #feedfeed #airfryerrecipe #easysidedish #healthysidedish #glutenfreelife #pickyeaters #plantbasedvegan #kidapproved #pickyeater #ketorecipe #justeatrealfood #glutenfreefood #ketosnacks #glutenfreeliving #celiacdisease #foodallergymom