The Ultimate Drinkware Engraving Masterclass (CO₂ Laser + Rotary)

🥂Welcome to the definitive Drinkware Engraving Masterclass — a full-length, deep-dive training session covering everything you need to know about engraving tumblers, cups, mugs, and even glass using a CO₂ laser and rotary attachment.

This class was originally created as a master training session for Epilog, and in the video I’m using an Epilog CO₂ system and the Epilog Rotary Attachment. But 90% of what I teach here applies to any CO₂ laser and any rotary system.

❗ FEEL FREE TO JUMP TO THE PART YOUR NEED TO KNOW USING THE TIME STAMPS ❗

✅ Check out my links to blanks and equipment below the timeline! 👇

🚨TIME STAMPS:🚨

01:35 : INTRO
02:38 : The Rim-style Rotary (Its parts and what they do)
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06:23 : Loading different styles of cups – Handles – INTRO (Common Scenario)
07:10 : Loading Cups: Handles / Stanley Tumblers – Keeping The Handle from hitting the wheels (Problem + Solution)
09:15 : Loading Cups: Tumblers with Threaded caps (Solution)
11:25 : Loading Cups: Handles / Small Mugs
12:10 : Quick Tip About the Supporter Wheels
12:28 : Loading Cups: Handles / Beer Mugs
13:23 : Loading Cups: Sports Bottles
17:17 : Loading Cups: Skinny Tumblers
17:56 : Loading Cups: Classic 20oz Tumbler
19:19 : Loading Cups: Wine Glass with Stem
20:31 : Loading Cups: Stemless Wine Glass
21:45 : Loading Cups: 40/30oz Tumbler
23:55 : Taking Care Of Your Rotary
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24:56 : Digital Tutorials – INTRO
25:26 : Making Proofs for Customers
30:02 : Preparing Artwork (Inverting Graphics for Dark Tumblers to avoid looking like negatives)
34:18 : Fixing Round Logos (Egg Logo/Parallax Effect)
37:32 : Putting Names on Tumblers (Keeping sizes uniform for batch orders)
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43:04 : Loading The Rotary
43:53 : The Center-Center Method (Telling your laser where to engrave, the easy way)
48:05 : Air Assist Tips
49:15 : Setting Up The File in the Job Manager
51:42 : Powder Coated Tumblers Settings
53:35 : The Framing Feature (Epilog Users)
54:23 : Engraving: 40/30oz Tumbler (logo) + Air Assist Demonstration
55:35 : Cleaning: Tumbler Engraving (Demo)
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56:58 : Engraving: Glass Beer Mug (+ Handle Tip)
59:08 : Glass Engraving File Set Up
59:50 : Glass Settings
1:00:22 : Cleaning: Glass Tip
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1:01:16 : Glass Engraving Tips – INTRO
1:01:40 : Tip #1
1:01:57 : Tip #2
1:02:26 : Glass Science
1:02:41 : Glass Setting
1:03:01 : Tip #3
1:03:26 : Tip #3A
1:03:42 : Tip #3B
1:03:57 : Tip #4
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1:04:27 : Aligning to Brand Logos (Cups with existing Logos i.e. RTIC, Yeti, etc.)
1:07:09 : Engraving: Montage
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1:07:26 : Efficiency & Ergonomics
1:11:31 : Post-Cleanup
1:14:54 : Post- Glass Cleanup
1:15:47 : Cleaning: Full Wrap Tumbler
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1:16:59 : Aligning Double-Sided Engravings (Bonus Tips)
1:20:58 : Stainless Steel Engravings (Laser Marking Spray)
1:21:49 : OUTTRO

If you engrave drinkware, run a laser business, or want to take your skills to a professional level, this video is designed to be an evergreen, go-to resource you can revisit anytime. Whether you’re brand new to laser engraving or already running a shop full time, this deep dive will help you produce cleaner, sharper, more consistent results — and engrave drinkware with confidence.

🔗 RELEVANT LINKS IN THE VIDEO:

🥃 MakerFlo Tumblers and Blanks!
Michael's Picks

💥 Epilog Lasers (Pro level Ultra Fast Engraving Machines)
https://www.epiloglaser.com/le911

🌈 Acrylic Sheet Stock (The finest)
https://houstonacrylic.com/laserengraving911

⭐ JPP Plus! https://bit.ly/4oD0mLh
USE CODE: ID5-4NB for 15% off

✅ PiBurn Rotary: https://www.lensdigital.com a fantastic rotary for both co2 and galvo
USE CODE: LE911PIBURN for 5% off

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