{"product_id":"handmade-pink-ceramic-mug-400ml-second","title":"Handmade Pink Ceramic Mug 400ml – Pottery Second","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eA soft pink \u003cstrong\u003ehandmade pottery mug\u003c\/strong\u003e, wheel-thrown in my Melbourne studio and finished with a flowing creamy white glaze that creates subtle movement across the surface.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis generous 400ml ceramic mug is being offered as a \u003cstrong\u003eBuxton Pottery Second\u003c\/strong\u003e because of a couple of small scratches on the base and a small area where the glaze has not fully covered. These are cosmetic imperfections and do not affect the function of the mug.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandmade ceramic mug\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. 400ml capacity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. 11.5cm tall × 8.5cm across the belly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWheel-thrown stoneware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoft pink glaze with flowing creamy white overlay\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComfortable handmade handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFood safe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDishwasher and microwave safe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandmade in Melbourne, Australia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSold as a pottery second\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy This Piece Is a Second\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandmade pottery goes through several stages of making, glazing and firing, and occasionally a piece emerges with a small imperfection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis mug has \u003cstrong\u003ea couple of small scratches on the base and a small area of incomplete glaze coverage\u003c\/strong\u003e, as shown in the photographs. Neither affects its function, but they mean it doesn't quite meet the standard I set for my first-quality Buxton Pottery pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRather than discard an otherwise lovely and completely usable mug, I offer pieces like this at a reduced price as part of my \u003cstrong\u003eSeconds Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMade for Everyday Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its generous 400ml capacity, this mug is a lovely size for coffee, tea, hot chocolate or simply for someone who enjoys a larger favourite mug.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe soft blush pink is complemented by a creamy white glaze that flows naturally down the upper part of the mug. The firing has created gentle variations in colour and glaze movement, giving the piece the individual character of handmade ceramics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCapacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 400ml\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 11.5cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 8.5cm at the belly\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e High-fired stoneware\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft pink and creamy white\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wheel-thrown and glazed by hand\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStudio:\u003c\/strong\u003e Buxton Pottery, Melbourne, Australia\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood safe:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuality:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pottery Second\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHandmade in Melbourne\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery Buxton Pottery mug begins as clay on the wheel and is individually thrown, trimmed, handled, glazed and fired in my Melbourne studio. Small variations in form, colour and glaze movement are part of the handmade process and give each piece its own character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA Handmade Gift – or One to Keep\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 400ml, this is a generous everyday mug and a lovely choice for someone who appreciates handmade ceramics. As a second, it is also an opportunity to own an individual piece of Australian handmade pottery at a reduced price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/strong\u003e If purchasing as a gift, I recommend looking carefully at the photographs so you are comfortable with the small imperfecti\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDishwasher and microwave safe. Avoid sudden extreme temperature changes, as with all handmade stoneware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Pickup\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarefully wrapped and securely boxed for delivery throughout Australia. Orders are normally dispatched within 2–3 business days, with express delivery available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMelbourne customers can also collect from \u003cstrong\u003eEver Elegant, 464 Church Street, Richmond, Monday–Saturday, 10am–4pm.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiscover the Story Behind Handmade Mugs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvery handmade pottery mug begins as a lump of clay on the wheel before being carefully shaped, trimmed, glazed, and fired. If you'd like to learn more about the process behind creating these everyday favorites, you can read more in my blog:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/handmadepottery.com.au\/blogs\/news\/journey-of-a-handmade-mug\" title=\"journey of a handmade mug\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Making of Handmade Pottery Mugs →\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike what you see?\u003cbr\u003eDiscover more at www.handmadepottery.com.au\u003cbr\u003eFollow along for new releases and behind-the-scenes on:\u003cbr\u003e📸 Instagram @buxtonpottery1\u003cbr\u003e📘 Facebook @BuxtonPottery\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Buxton Pottery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48666500923604,"sku":"10568","price":29.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0639\/3649\/5828\/files\/pink_white_400_ml_mug_second.png?v=1789433390","url":"https:\/\/handmadepottery.com.au\/products\/handmade-pink-ceramic-mug-400ml-second","provider":"Buxton Pottery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}