How to Make Personalized Tumblers?

by Winnie Li Updated on November 07, 2024

Personalized tumblers are trendy for both personal use and gifting.

Choosing the right personalization method will help you craft a unique while durable custom tumbler. And laser engraving is one customization method worth considering.

customizing a tumbler with laser engraving

Laser engraving offers a precise and versatile solution for personalizing tumblers. Regardless of material (stainless steel, plastic, or glass), laser machines can quickly and accurately engrave any designs. The resulting engravings are durable and long-lasting, making them ideal for both individual customization and large-scale production.

Read on to learn how to personalize tumblers with a laser engraver.

Step 1: Prepare the Tumbler

To ensure smooth engraving, remove the handle from the tumbler using a screwdriver. Then, use pilers to gently bend the handle's attachment points downward to prevent them from interfering with the laser head.

Measure the tumbler's perimeter, diameter, and height to accurately size your design later.

Step 2: Prepare the Design

Creating a design using design software and import it into the laser software, xTool Creative Space. You can also get a free or premium design online. In this tutorial, we use a design that will full wrap around the tumbler.

Adjust the size of the design to fit the tumbler's dimensions. The circumference of the tumbler is the height of the pattern and the height is the width of the pattern.

Step 3: Set up the Rotary Attchment

Select the "Use rotary attachement" mode in the software and fill in the tumbler's dimensions again.

Attach the rotary attachment to your laser engraver, secure the tumbler in the rotary attachment, and adjust the height and position of the tumbler to ensure it is level.