Description
This stoneware mug marks a 50th birthday with a soft, cheerful design and a bright glossy finish. The body is white, and across the front the words 'blooming beautiful in every way' sit beside a large gold 50, with 'beautiful' picked out in gold over a pale pink brushstroke. Below the words, a small illustrated figure holds a bunch of flowers, ringed by scattered hearts and tiny gold stars, and a short line of lettering runs along the outside of the handle. The mug has a rounded shape that sits wider at the base and narrows gently to the rim, with a wide, open handle. It stands 8.5cm tall, 13cm wide and 12cm deep, a comfortable size for an everyday cup of tea or coffee.
We think it makes a thoughtful birthday gift for someone turning 50, something they can reach for every morning long after the cards come down. It suits a kitchen shelf, a desk at work or a tray beside the bed, and the gold numbers make the occasion clear at a glance. Wrapped alongside a favourite tea, good coffee or a little bunch of flowers to echo the design, it makes an easy present that feels personal without any fuss.
The mug is made from stoneware with a smooth, glossy white glaze that gives the gold and soft pink a clean background. To keep the gold lettering looking its best, we would treat it gently: a hand wash in warm soapy water and a dry with a soft cloth is good general practice for decorated stoneware, and we would keep scouring pads away from the printed side. For gifting, it needs very little dressing up: a sheet of tissue, a ribbon in pink or gold and a handwritten card will do the rest.
Specification
| Material |
Stoneware |
| Colour |
White & Gold |
| Finish |
Glossy |
| Height |
8.5cm |
| Width |
13cm |
| Depth |
12cm |
| Weight |
0.366kg |
| Occasion |
Birthday |
Frequently Asked
How big is the mug?
It stands 8.5cm tall, 13cm wide and 12cm deep, a comfortable everyday size for a cup of tea or coffee.
What is the mug made of?
It is made from stoneware with a smooth glossy glaze, white with gold lettering and soft pink detail on the front.
What does the mug say?
The front reads 'blooming beautiful in every way' beside a large gold 50, with an illustrated figure holding flowers, and a short line of lettering runs along the handle.
Is it a good gift for a 50th birthday?
Yes, we think it makes a thoughtful birthday gift for someone turning 50, and it is something they can use every day long after the party.
How should I care for the mug?
As good general practice for decorated stoneware, we suggest a gentle hand wash in warm soapy water and a soft cloth to dry, which helps keep the gold bright.
What colour is the mug?
The mug is white with a glossy finish, and the 50 and the word beautiful are picked out in gold over touches of soft pink.