A Terracotta Orange stoneware mug with a classic shape, three tone glazed design and tactile matte finish, ideal for everyday tea and coffee.
The YALU mug in Terracotta Orange combines a classic shape with distinctive three tone glazing and a tactile matte finish. The softly contrasting bands of colour give this orange ceramic mug a relaxed, contemporary character, while the 300ml capacity makes it ideal for everyday tea and coffee. Each piece is individually hand-glazed, creating subtle variations that make every mug unique.
WHY YOU'LL LOVE THIS
- Durable, high-fired stoneware is chip-resistant and suitable for regular use.
- Generous 300ml capacity is ideal for enjoying tea, coffee or other hot drinks throughout the day.
- Individually hand-glazed with three contrasting colour bands and a tactile matte finish, making each mug unique.
- Rich Terracotta Orange glaze brings warm, sun-baked colour and distinctive character to this three tone mug.
- Dishwasher and microwave safe for convenient everyday use.
ABOUT THE COLOURWAY
Terracotta Orange is a rich, earthy orange glaze, inspired by the sun-baked terracotta walls and buildings Laura encountered on her travels in Morocco. Warm and characterful, this natural shade brings depth and colour to contemporary interiors, pairing beautifully with warm whites, natural wood, woven textures and sun-baked tones.
FIT & SIZING
L9xW8xD8cm. Height is 9cm, base width is 8cm, top width is 8cm. Capacity is approx. 300ml.
HANDMADE IN NEPAL
These stoneware ceramics are handmade by artisans in Kathmandu, Nepal, within a collective certified by the World Fair Trade Organization. AURA QUE has worked with the group since 2019. Alongside preserving skilled ceramic craftsmanship, the collective supports its artisans through initiatives including allowances towards family medical care and children’s education, as well as a savings scheme. The organisation is also working to reduce the environmental impact of production and has moved from kerosene-based ceramic firing to electric kilns.
MATERIAL, CRAFT & NATURAL VARIATION
Our ceramics are hand-thrown on the potter's wheel using a mix of local Nepali clays, then air-dried and finished with richly coloured glazes sourced from North India. Fired at high temperatures in carefully packed kilns to maximise efficiency, the finished stoneware is durable, chip-resistant, dishwasher and microwave safe. Subtle variations in shape, texture and glaze are a natural part of the handmade process, giving each piece its own individual character.
MORE ABOUT THE ARTISAN PROCESS
- Shaping the local clay: Each piece begins with a blend of locally-sourced clays. The stoneware is shaped at the potter's wheel by skilled ceramic artisans, with details and handles carefully added by hand.
- Drying naturally: Once shaped and detailed, the ceramics are left to dry naturally. The pieces need to dry thoroughly before they can move on to glazing and firing.
- Glazing each piece: The dried ceramics are carefully glazed to create their finished colour and surface texture. Because each piece is individually glazed by hand, subtle differences in colour, texture and finish occur naturally.
- Firing in electric kilns: The ceramics are fired at high temperatures in large electric kilns, carefully packed to maximise efficiency with every firing. The collective has moved away from kerosene-based firing to reduce their environmental impact. The high temperatures create strong, durable stoneware suitable for everyday use.
A THOUGHTFUL, HANDMADE GIFT
From morning coffee and leisurely breakfasts to washing up after, our handmade stoneware ceramics bring colour and character to the little rituals of daily life. With a choice of distinctive glazes and timeless designs, these practical pieces make lovely gifts for housewarmings, birthdays or anyone who appreciates beautiful, artisan-made homeware.
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CARE INSTRUCTIONS
Safe to use in dishwasher (top shelf) and microwave.
NEED HELP CHOOSING?
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