Back when I was a kid, my least favourite gifts to receive were the following: picture frames, socks, and — least of all — mugs. A decade later, here I am, adding mug after mug to my virtual cart as if I were shopping for the whole barangay. (I think it goes without saying, but they are in fact all for me, and me alone.) My past self would never believe it!
I’ve gone from collecting regular mugs with cute prints and slogans, to merchandise from trendy brands, to cafe-quality cups and saucers. My current favourites, however, are ceramics by Filipino potters. I’ve had my eyes on Mia Casal’s gorgeous barnacle mug for over a year now — and thanks to Nikkoni Home, I finally got my hands on one of my own.
Also read: Where to Buy Cute Mugs & Coffee Cups in Manila
Nikkoni Home offers ceramics by Filipino potters, all in one place
If you love collecting stoneware, then ready your wallets: Nikkoni Home offers a wide selection of locally crafted pieces that include mugs, bowls, pitchers, plates, and vases. Their lineup of Filipino potters boasts names such as Mia Casal, EJ Espiritu, Ugu Bigyan, Monica Antonio, Rosa Mirasol, and Sagada Pottery. The best part? They ship nationwide!
A few of us from the TripZilla Philippines team actually placed orders ourselves — and we were happy not only with our mugs, but with Nikkoni’s great customer service. We loved that our items were thoughtfully wrapped in eco-friendly honeycomb packaging, too.
Check out some of our actual picks below:
These mugs are not only essentials for coffee lovers; they also make for beautiful decorative pieces! If you haven’t quite gotten into collecting stoneware by local potters just yet, then consider Nikkoni Home an excellent way to get yourself acquainted.
Also read: Where to Buy Ceramic Pots & Dried Flowers in Metro Manila & Beyond
Interested in learning how to make your own mugs? You can check out our list of where to take pottery classes in and around Manila here. Let’s support Philippine pottery!
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