{"product_id":"handmade-ceramic-4oz-tall-double-espresso-mug-cream-speckled-glaze-toasty-stoneware-pottery","title":"Handmade Ceramic 4oz Tall Double Espresso Mug, Cream Speckled Glaze, Toasty Stoneware Pottery","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis rustic 4oz double espresso mug is a perfect way to start your busy day. The clay used has a beautiful toasty colour with dark flecks which interact with the cream glaze, resulting in stunning brown streaks. Each mug is finished with a delicate ammonite fossil sprig near the base — a small handmade detail inspired by the natural world.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe details: \u003cbr\u003e-  Holds 4oz — perfectly sized for a double espresso or an after-dinner treat\u003cbr\u003e-  Approx. 6cm wide x 6 tall (excluding handle)\u003cbr\u003e-  Beautiful cream glaze with dark brown speckles\u003cbr\u003e-  Finished with a hand-applied ammonite sprig detail near the base\u003cbr\u003e-  Dishwasher and microwave safe for easy everyday use\u003cbr\u003e-  Available in other colourways — pop into my shop to see the full range!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhy you'll love it \u003cbr\u003eThis mug is a lovely little treat for any coffee lover — the ammonite sprig is a nice extra touch for anyone who likes a bit of nature in their everyday things. It's a lovely birthday, housewarming, wedding, or anniversary gift for family and friends who appreciate handmade treasures — why not buy a matching set? Or maybe just a treat for yourself.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNeed more stock, or something bespoke? \u003cbr\u003eIf you don't see enough in stock, or fancy a custom colour, just message me — made-to-order pieces usually take a few weeks and I'll always confirm a timeframe first. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHow it's made \u003cbr\u003eEvery piece is thrown by hand by me, in my home studio in Bedfordshire. Each pot is shaped, left to dry to leather-hard, trimmed, and handles pulled and carefully attached as necessary. Once fully dry, each piece is bisque fired to over 1000°C and cooled for around 12 hours, then glazed (with up to 8 brushed-on coats of glaze to build those painterly effects). Finally, the piece undergoes a glaze firing to 1180°C, followed by another 12-hour cool-down. Start to finish, the whole process can take 3 to 6 weeks, a little longer in colder, damper months. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA note on handmade variation \u003cbr\u003eBecause each piece is made by hand, you may notice small differences in glaze and size from mug to mug — that's not a flaw, it's the joy of owning something one-of-a-kind. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCaring for your mug \u003cbr\u003eThis mug is dishwasher and microwave safe for everyday ease, but hand washing will keep the glaze looking its best over the long run — totally your call! \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eKind to the planet too \u003cbr\u003eEvery order is packaged using recyclable and biodegradable materials — no unnecessary plastic, just careful, planet-friendly packing so your mug arrives safe and sound. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eQuestions? \u003cbr\u003eJust message me any time — I'm always happy to help. 🌿\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Thistledown Pottery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57675833508175,"sku":"TEM-002-FOS-60","price":12.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0921\/2506\/9647\/files\/il_fullxfull.8517371872_pmcx.jpg?v=1790185600","url":"https:\/\/www.thistledownpottery.live\/products\/handmade-ceramic-4oz-tall-double-espresso-mug-cream-speckled-glaze-toasty-stoneware-pottery","provider":"Thistledown Pottery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}