By Nathan In Moments in life 4 November 2025 Duration ~ 5 min The Luminarc Tip: Easy Family DIY to Turn Snack Time into a Creative Party! The Luminarc Tip: Easy Family DIY to Turn Snack Time into a Creative Party! Let’s face it: snack time is often a race against the clock… and yet it’s one of the most magical moments with kids! What if we turned that pause into a full-on creative workshop? The mug and bowl collections by Luminarc will help make every afternoon unique, playful and delicious for the whole family. In this article, we share our best DIY tips for customizing mugs, creating easy hot drink recipes with the little ones, and all our practical advice for making this moment a guaranteed success — stress-free! Get ready to turn a simple hot chocolate into an unforgettable creative celebration! Customize Your Mugs: The Creative Touch that Delights the Whole Family Looking for a simple and fun creative idea to keep the kids busy? The first step to an unforgettable snack time is to personalize your mugs! It’s a perfect activity to create a one-of-a-kind mug that everyone will love. The durable mugs and bowls by Luminarc offer a perfect canvas for budding little artists. Here are our top DIY mug-decor ideas: Decorating with special markers (easy tutorial): We tried the Edding markers during a workshop with influencers — and the results were stunning! Pro tip: Clean the mug thoroughly beforehand so the markers adhere perfectly. Let the kids draw hearts, their names or animals—decoration dries quickly! Stickers and repositionable decals: Ideal for younger kids (even from age 2) for a quick, stress-free result. Ribbons and accessories: Add a colorful ribbon or a pom-pom on the handle for a unique and elegant touch! These DIY creative activities are more than fun: they boost fine motor skills and strengthen family bonds. And watching the kids drink their hot chocolate from their own custom mug? Simple, precious joy! 🎨💖 Easy, Delicious Recipes for All Tastes Snack time becomes even more magical when it’s tasty! Whether you’re planning a cosy moment with friends or a cooking activity with kids, these hot-drink recipes are simple and quick. Ultra-creamy home-made hot chocolate 🍫 Kids’ favourite! Ingredients: 500 ml whole milk, 100 g dark chocolate for baking, 1 tbsp sugar (optional), whipped cream & chocolate shavings for topping. Instructions: Heat the milk gently, add the chocolate and stir until smooth. Pour into your mugs and let the kids decorate with marshmallows, chocolate chips or a sprinkle of cinnamon! Vanilla-caramel latte indulgence ☕ Adult treat or cosy solo moment. Ingredients: 300 ml milk, 1 tsp vanilla extract, 1 tbsp caramel sauce, ground cinnamon. Instructions: Heat the milk with vanilla. Pour into the mugs, add caramel and dust with cinnamon. Fruity, vitamin-packed infusion 🍊 Healthy and festive option. Ingredients: 1 apple-cinnamon infusion bag, 200 ml hot water, orange slices & cinnamon sticks for garnish. Instructions: Steep and serve in a mug, adding fruit slices for a colourful, fragrant finish. Mom’s Tips & Practical Advice for a Successful Snack Time Pre-prep for low stress: Cut fruits and get milk or chocolate ready in advance. Less mess, more fun! Essential protection: A plastic tablecloth or kraft paper covers splashes and makes cleanup easier. Choice of mugs: Offer variety—transparent vs opaque, mugs vs bowls, different sizes for little gourmets and adults. Encourage autonomy: Let kids pour, stir and decorate (with supervision) — builds confidence and makes it fun. Decorations galore: Whipped cream, sprinkles, mini marshmallows… more is more when it comes to magical drink time! These little gestures turn snack time into a memorable ritual of togetherness where every family member truly enjoys the moment. 🍰💬 Additional Activities to Animate Snack Time Taste Game (Sensory activity): Blindfold the kids and have them guess ingredients placed in Luminarc bowls (flour, sugar, almond powder, etc.). Fun and easy to set up. Story-time mug: Create a story or character inspired by the decorated mugs! You could even try the Exquisite Corpse game (each person draws a part of a body or creature) for wild collective creations. Snack Time Photobooth: Don’t forget the memories! Snap fun photos with custom mugs and play a joyful playlist to complete the vibe. Laughs, creativity and hot chocolate: the perfect recipe for a happy family afternoon! 📸🎶 Conclusion: Make Snack Time Magical Why settle for simple hot chocolate when you can turn snack time into a DIY party? With Luminarc, every mug becomes a masterpiece, every drink an experience, and every moment together a precious memory. Thanks to the customized mugs, easy-to-make recipes and all our family-friendly tips, you can treat your family to a joyful and creative celebration. Luminarc helps make every snack break a moment full of fun, flavour and togetherness. 💖☕✨ FAQs Q1: Are Luminarc mugs microwave-safe? Absolutely! Luminarc mugs are designed for ultimate practicality — microwave and dishwasher safe, perfect for reheating forgotten hot chocolate. Q2: Can you wash the mugs after decorating them? Yes! If you use markers like Edding, let the design dry then fix it in the oven — it will withstand the dishwasher. Q3: What drinks are ideal for family snack time? Hot chocolate, lattes, fruity infusions or flavored milk… The key is to adapt to the children’s taste and age. And why not a savory snack too? Q4: Where can you buy Luminarc mugs and bowls? You can purchase them from our authorized retailer La Table d’Arc, on Amazon, and for personalized mugs (engraved with names or messages) you can also contact our specialized partners or visit one of our Arc Outlet stores (Arques, Talange, Troyes, Saint-Julien-les-Villas).
