Dunoon Cairngorm Beautiful Blooms Agapanthus Mug
Dunoon Cairngorm Beautiful Blooms Agapanthus Mug
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The Dunoon Cairngorm Beautiful Blooms Agapanthus Mug takes Dunoon's straight-edged Cairngorm shape, a larger version of the brand's Lomond mug, and decorates it with an all-over pattern of Agapanthus flower heads in bright blue, set against green foliage. The straight sides give the cottage garden inspired illustration a consistent surface to sit on without distortion. With a 0.48 litre capacity, it holds a generous mug of tea or coffee, and it is made from fine bone china, handcrafted in Staffordshire using methods refined over three generations within the same family pottery business.
- Fine bone china: Made from fine bone china, giving the mug the characteristic translucency and lightness associated with traditional English china.
- Handcrafted in Staffordshire: Produced in Staffordshire, England, using traditional methods refined over three generations within the same family pottery business.
- Cairngorm shape: A straight-edged, contemporary mug shape that is a larger version of Dunoon's Lomond mug, with a 0.48 litre capacity.
- Beautiful Blooms Agapanthus design: Decorated with Agapanthus flower heads in bright blue, set against green foliage, in an all-over cottage garden style pattern.
- Generous 0.48 litre capacity: Holds a full mug of tea or coffee, making it a practical everyday size as well as a suitable gift.
What Customers Ask About This Product
Does the Agapanthus pattern cover the whole mug?
The manufacturer's description confirms the Agapanthus design covers the mug in a bold, all-over pattern. The interior finish is not specified in the available product information.
How does the Cairngorm shape compare to the Lomond shape?
Cairngorm is a larger version of Dunoon's Lomond shape, sharing the same straight sides but with a bigger 0.48 litre capacity rather than Lomond's 0.32 litres.
Is this mug dishwasher or microwave safe?
Handwashing is recommended to preserve the finish, though this mug has no metallic details, so it can go in the dishwasher or microwave as long as it isn't damaged or cracked.
Who would this mug suit as a gift?
With its bright Agapanthus floral design, this mug would suit anyone who enjoys flowers, gardening, or cottage garden style. Its generous capacity also makes it a practical everyday gift.
In our experience...
Agapanthus takes its name from the Greek for love and flower. The plant's tall stems and rounded, trumpet shaped flower heads make it a popular subject for floral illustration, as the rounded shape translates well onto a curved surface like a mug.
Cottage garden style favours informal, densely planted designs. Cottage garden planting traditionally mixes flowers closely together rather than in neat rows, which is reflected in all-over floral mug designs that fill the available surface rather than using isolated motifs.
Bone china gets its name from its bone ash content. Fine bone china is made by adding bone ash to the clay mixture, which gives the finished piece a distinctive translucency and a lighter weight than standard ceramic of the same size.
A straight-sided mug shape suits all-over patterns well. Cairngorm's straight sides give an illustration a consistent surface to work across without distortion, which matters for detailed floral patterns that need to read clearly from any angle.
Range shapes are often designed as families. Cairngorm being a larger version of the Lomond shape means the two can sit together in a kitchen cupboard with a visually consistent feel, despite their different capacities.
Specifications
Care & Use Instructions
Washing: Handwashing is recommended to preserve the finish of the mug, though as it has no metallic details, it is also suitable for the dishwasher.
Microwave use: As this mug has no metallic details, it is suitable for the microwave, provided it is not damaged or cracked.
Why Buy From Art of Living?
Founded in Reigate in 1972, we've spent over five decades helping customers select quality tableware and cookware. We've been twice nominated for the Excellence in Housewares award for customer care.
- No-quibble returns, even used items
- Half-price accidental damage replacement for two years
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Frequently Asked Questions
What if I've used it and don't like it?
Return it anyway. Our no-quibble guarantee covers used items. If it's not right for you, get in touch and we'll sort out a refund.
How does the Half-Price Replacement guarantee work?
If you accidentally break this item within two years of buying it, we'll replace it at half price. Just get in touch with proof of purchase and a photo of the damage.
How long does delivery take?
Standard delivery to mainland UK addresses can take 5-7 working days (but is usually much quicker than that), and it's free on orders over £49. Next day delivery is available for £9.95 on orders placed before 1pm Monday to Thursday, depending on your location and our stock levels. You can also collect from our shops in Cobham or Reigate, or our warehouse in Redhill.
Can I collect this item instead of having it delivered?
Yes. You can collect from our Reigate shop (72 High Street, RH2 9AP), our Cobham shop (16 Anyards Road, KT11 2JZ), or our warehouse in Redhill (40 Ormside Way, RH1 2LW). Just select click and collect at checkout. If the option isn't available, this is because there isn't enough stock in your selected collection location. Please get in touch and we can organise stock to be transferred to the right place.