These richly-colored mugs are handcrafted and painted by Mexican artisans. The outside, inside, and handle are covered with a blue "plumedo" pattern, each piece is unique and very functional.

Product Features

Authentic Mexican Pottery.  * Set of 2 mugs.   * Mug measures approximately 4 inches tall.  * 10 oz. capacity.

Lead-free, dishwasher and microwave safe.

Socially Responsibly, Fair Trade.

Global Crafts/Encantada Pottery | Fair Trade | Ethically made in Mexico

Global Craft's mission is to offer income-generating opportunities to artisan groups in developing countries by bringing beautiful products to mainstream markets.  Global Crafts follows Fair Trade practices which include paying advances to partners to cover cost of goods, ensuring producers receive payment, and ensuring that the groups work in safe conditions. 

There’s no sign to find the small family-owned ceramic workshop in the state of Guanajuato. Behind the large wooden gate, women artisans are hand painting unfired ceramics while men work the kilns, as they have since the late 70’s. Each piece has personality from the dots and swirls to the handpainted logo on the bottom. And each is lead free, microwave and dishwasher safe.

Global Crafts is proud to be a member of the Fair Trade Federation.  Fair Trade is an alternative business model that values people, the planet, and profits equally.  More than 1/5th of the world's population live on less than $1 per day.  Fair Trade aims to combat this widespread poverty by providing opportunity for economically disadvantaged producers, ensuring safe working conditions and the rights of women and children, and prioritizing environmental sustainability throughout all stages of production.

Time-honored pottery techniques are used in the production of these beautiful pieces.  The clay is mined form the mountains surrounding the city, following the traditions of the first potters who came Guanajuato generations ago.  Women artisans hand-paint the unfired ceramics while men work the kilns.  Each piece is a unique piece of art that captures the flavor and artistry of the region.