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  • Elements of a Stylish Tea Mug Design

    A mug is a mug is a mug…or is it? A stylish tea mug will usually have certain elements in its design. Here are a few to look for when selecting the perfect mugs for your special tea parties or even those solo tea moments. Some examples: Beau Rose Bone China Can Mug – White… Continue reading

  • In My Cups: Kangaroo Mugs

    While I firmly believe that the very best cup of tea can be made only with fresh loose leaves, I have to admit to using a teabag every now and then. Like when I’m rushed and just need a quick cuppa, or if someone offers me tea at their home. It doesn’t happen often, and… Continue reading

  • You (Tea) Animal!

    [Editor’s note: I usually don’t layout articles like this (photo-text-photo-text-etc), but the last time I tried to do something snazzy, WordPress messed up the image sizing. These teawares are just too cute (I want them all!) to risk that happening again. Enjoy!] A lot of people collect “stuff” with animal motifs. A lot of tea people… Continue reading

  • Really BIG Tea Mugs and Cups

    If you’ve ever experienced empty teacup syndrome , you know the importance of a really BIG tea mug. Some are so large that, when filled to the brim, you need two hands to lift them—or you simply leave them on the table and sip. Sluuuurp! These oversized cups call for “gulper” teas that can hold… Continue reading