Simple Mug Mockup
What's inside
- Applications Photoshop
- File Types PSD
- License Free (see author's terms)
- Author Mockups Design
If you’re presenting a company logo, this simple mug mockup makes the idea feel real before anything is produced.
It’s a handy file for gift shops and print-on-demand sellers. Quick tip: mug prints wrap around; if the preview shows one side, keep the design centred on that side.
It’s the quickest way to check whether a logo still works when it’s small and curved.
Works well for
- A company logo
- An illustration
- A quote print
The file is made by Mockups Design. The download button takes you to their page, where you get the original file and the licence details.
Simple Mug Mockup: editable parts
The PSD is layered, so you can change:
- Logo or pattern, placed through the smart object
- Highlights on the curve
- Background colour
How to use the Simple Mug Mockup
- Keep the design compact. A mark that fits a business card usually fits a cup.
- Open the file in Photoshop and double-click the smart object thumbnail in the Layers panel.
- Drop your artwork in, fit it to the canvas, save and close. The mockup updates by itself.
- Export a full-size image for your portfolio and a smaller one for social media.
Another tip: cups are curved, so keep the logo compact and centred on the visible side.
Where the Simple Mug Mockup works best
- Show a company logo on your online shop or product page.
- Present an illustration in a client proposal or brand guide.
- Make two or three colour versions of a quote print and let the client pick.
Before you download
- Made by Mockups Design. The download size and format are listed on their page.
- Built for Adobe Photoshop. A recent CC version handles the smart objects best.
- Some free mockups ask for credit when you post them. A short line in your caption is enough.
- Check the licence on the author’s page. Personal and commercial terms differ from file to file.
More free mug mockups are listed below, each linking to the original author.
Questions about this mockup
Is it free for commercial use?
That depends on the author's terms. The download page lists what is allowed; when in doubt, ask the author directly.
How do I put my artwork on the mug?
Find the smart object layer (it has a small icon on its thumbnail), double-click it, place your design, then save and close that tab.
Do I need Photoshop?
Yes. This is a PSD mockup built with smart objects, so you edit it in Adobe Photoshop. Any recent CC version works.
Can I change the cup colour?
Most cup and mug mockups keep the body colour on its own layer, so you can change it without touching your design.
