Cute Gift Mug Design

I’m ordering a mug as a present and I’d like a cheerful, playful look that instantly feels cute when the recipient opens the box. I’m flexible on whether you lean on illustrated characters, hand-drawn lettering, a witty phrase, or a mix of both image and text—the key is that the final artwork feels light-hearted, colourful and ready to brighten someone’s day.

The print house I’m using needs a full-wrap file for an 11-oz ceramic mug, 300 dpi, RGB, with a safe zone marked and a little bleed (template size 20.5 × 9.5 cm). Please supply:

• The print-ready artwork (high-res PNG or JPG)
• A layered source file (AI, PSD or SVG) so I can tweak names or colours later
• One simple mock-up showing how it will look on a white mug

I’ll choose the design that hits that sweet spot between adorable and clean, so feel free to show a quick sketch or concept before finalising.