Teatime, anyone? Add some edginess to the tradition with this 'Shattered' tea collection.

Fine bone china.

Shattered Tea Cup and Saucer, $23.00, Buy it here.
Shattered Teapot, $60.00, Buy it here.

[posted by katie]

I'd seen this talked about, but it's not until now that I've seen it actually available for purchase ('purchase' in the sense of able to order it- it's out of stock until mid May, but you can preorder now to make sure your name's down when they're back in).

"Finally, a coffee cup with all the freewheelin' immediacy of this fast food nation, but without the guilt of filling precious landfills. "I am not a paper cup!" declares this simple, reusable drinking container from DCI. No you are not, we agree. You are a double-walled porcelain cup with silicone top. Dishwasher safe."

Size: 3.5" x 6"

[posted by katie]

I posted Sarah Cihat's Rehabilitated Dishware oh-so-long ago, and was pleased to find some of her new(ish) handmade cups.

Handmade cups with floral art.

3" high by 3" dia

[posted by katie]

I wonder how well wood conducts heat? I'm tempted to buy these; they look so comfortable to hold, plus, they seem more natural than the ceramic mugs we're all used to.

"Keyaki wood is a Japanese elm and has been much prized for centuries by Japanese woodworkers for the dramatic and beautiful grain. Each teacup is carved from a single block of wood and has a unique pattern. They are light and wonderful to hold in the hand. Set of 4."

[posted by katie]

Whether you love or hate Brooklyn, these two mugs help take you back (unless you live there already).

Brooklyn Mug (right), $10.95 4.25'' H Capacity: 12 oz.
Brooklynese Mug (left), $9.95 4''H Capacity: 7.5oz

[posted by katie]

Even though this is slightly back ordered at the moment, it's still worthy of a post- you can preorder it to get it early next year, (which isn't too far away might I add)...

"At plain sight it is a standard black mug as they come a dime a dozen and in big white letters it say OFF. Nothing fancy, but once you add the hot beverage of your choice, the mug changes color and is turning white and in big black letters it states: ON"

[posted by katie]

If you're still in the middle of last minute holiday shopping, this might be a thoughtful gift for someone that's particular about how they take their tea or coffee...

'Although the question "how do you take your coffee?" seems simple enough, for the caffeine-connaisseur, a non-descript "two creams, one sugar" does not always acheive the desired results. My Cuppa helps you mix your drink to the perfect consistency, based on the color-coded guide inside. Options include everything from a straightforward "milky" to an extra-strong "builder's brew".'

2.75"W x 3.75"L x 4.5"H

(Ground Shipping to US & CAN is included.)

[posted by katie]

Kind of cute, and makes a whole lot of sense...

"...it's a pretty smart idea to add a silicone button - coming with three colors - to the china that allows you to attach your tea bag...it's also pretty smart that the cup has two layers, it allows the heat to dissipate a lot better than on a single walled cup, eliminating the need for a handle."

Size: Small Rounded, Small Flared, Tall Rounded, Tall Flared

[posted by katie]

Pretty cute set of mugs for the holidays...

Set includes 1 Tree Mug and 1 Star Mug.

[posted by katie]

Looking for something thoughtful yet not too personal to give to your office mate or other person you see everyday? This tea stick may be just the thing.

"Clever, spring loaded gadget makes one perfect cup of tea. Simply insert loose tea and steep. Stainless steel and plastic. Modern German design."

[posted by kris]