Robot Cup and Saucer

Robot Cup and Saucer

January 21st, 2009 @ 9:32 am by Mrs. Lollipop

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Mr. Lollipop and I received a whole box of china for free from a liquidating antique store. I think the owners just wanted one less thing to carry away, but I can always find a use for pottery, especially if I’m allowed to smash it or draw on it. And, of course, since I’m a fan of robots and tiny things I’ll be drawing lots of little robots on my ceramic pieces.

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All of the drawings were done with a black Porceline pen. I doodle on a spare tile to make sure that the ink flow is even before drawing on my cup and saucer. I also use faint pencil markings to space out the figures evenly. Mistakes can be easily cleaned up with a wet paper towel.

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After the ink has set for a few minutes, I follow the instructions on the pen and place the pieces in the oven at 300 degrees for 35 minutes. After that, they are ready to use and dishwasher safe.

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I’ve made something similar before and sold them in my etsy shop. I was genuinely sad to depart with something so cute that I decided to make my own set.

Here are a few more detail photos:

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This is an easy, inexpensive, fun and personalized gift for anybody!

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25 Responses to “Robot Cup and Saucer”

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Miss D'orsay (message) 1,293 posts, Bumble bee

I love it! Can you get the pen from Joann’s or Michaels?

1/21/09 @ 9:36 am (reply)

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Miss Quiche (message) 2,177 posts, Buzzing bee

These are adorable!

1/21/09 @ 9:40 am (reply)

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Josalyn

Too cute! It’s something to do with the kids too- by the time they move away they can have a whole set!

1/21/09 @ 9:43 am (reply)

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Miss Taffy (message) 2,600 posts, Sugar bee

So cute! Thanks for the pen info, sounds like a really fun project!

1/21/09 @ 9:45 am (reply)

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thriftsiren

so weird… i am currently drawing little robots on coffee mugs using the same technique! i absolutely love them on a cup and saucer… such a cute idea!

1/21/09 @ 9:46 am (reply)

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Mrs. Lollipop (message) 74 posts, Worker bee

Miss D’orsay–

My set came from Michael’s, but I’ve seen them in Dick Blick and at Joann’s, too. They’re usually near the fake stained glass paints.

1/21/09 @ 10:01 am (reply)

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Trebuchet (message) 121 posts, Blushing bee

So awesome! What’s your etsy link?

Can I commission a tall coffee mug with your designs? (I work in robotics and a mug like that would totally fit in)

1/21/09 @ 10:08 am (reply)

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Miss Sushi (message) 968 posts, Busy bee

Such a cute idea!

1/21/09 @ 10:16 am (reply)

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Miss Perfume (message) 1,633 posts, Bumble bee

these are awesome…all kitschy and whimsical on that plain, serious china. perfect contrast! i like your drawing style.

remember in old movies when they called robots, “row-boats”?

1/21/09 @ 10:19 am (reply)

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angelastheboss (message) 290 posts, Helper bee

That is so great. Have you drawn any sets other than robots?

1/21/09 @ 10:22 am (reply)

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grumpybear722 (message) 541 posts, Busy bee

Those are SO cute!

1/21/09 @ 10:57 am (reply)

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renaissancetrophywife (message) 233 posts, Helper bee

I love your china! That is totally adorable.

1/21/09 @ 11:03 am (reply)

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Emma

Love it!

1/21/09 @ 12:22 pm (reply)

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Mrs. Bee (message) 3,261 posts, Sugar bee

i totally love this project!

1/21/09 @ 12:26 pm (reply)

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cj2009 (message) 306 posts, Helper bee

these are adorable!

1/21/09 @ 12:27 pm (reply)

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frenchbulldog (message) 6,063 posts, Bee Keeper

SUPER CUTE! I love this project

1/21/09 @ 12:40 pm (reply)

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Mrs. Green Tea (message) 705 posts, Busy bee

i just wanna say that the robot cup totally kick ass.

1/21/09 @ 1:07 pm (reply)

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Mrs. Sea Breeze (message) 912 posts, Busy bee

Genius!

1/21/09 @ 3:12 pm (reply)

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Miss Hot Cocoa (message) 1,715 posts, Bumble bee

Love this! The mix of high (gold-edged saucer and cup) and low (robot) is perfect.

1/21/09 @ 5:13 pm (reply)

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Mrs. Tulip (message) 615 posts, Busy bee

That is adorable!!! (Now if only I could draw…)

1/21/09 @ 6:48 pm (reply)

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BostonBride

Hi Mrs. Lollipop, I’m so glad you posted this because I’ve been wondering about those pens - are the pieces safe to eat off of once they’ve been baked? I want to do something like this for a signature platter instead of a guestbook!

1/21/09 @ 7:47 pm (reply)

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MaPo

I am so in love with the robot tea cups!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I must acquire a porceline pen of my own!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

1/21/09 @ 7:59 pm (reply)

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amanda b. young

OMG. I looove these. So adorable. Seriously. You should absolutely make and sell more. They’d be such a hit!

1/21/09 @ 10:17 pm (reply)

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Mrs. Lollipop (message) 74 posts, Worker bee

Wow! Thanks for the compliments!

Trebuchet -

My Etsy shop is here. You’re welcome to PM me if you want something special.

angelastheboss -

Yep, I’ve drawn other stuff besides robots. I’m a weirdo, so I usually draw stuff like spaceships or gnomes.

BostonBride -

The ink non-toxic and dishwasher safe. Just avoid using steel scouring pads or knives on the paint. It will chip.

1/22/09 @ 10:44 am (reply)

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liz

LOVE THESE!!!!!

I have another question, I am wanting to grow wheat grass for my wedding, and need all the advice i can get, can you email me personally and tell me how you got yours to look so great!!

Thanks so much!!

1/27/09 @ 12:22 pm (reply)