Handpainted Fair Trade Stoneware Coffee Mug – Guatemalan Pottery by Mayan-Ke
- Price
- $26
There's something special about starting your morning with a mug that tells a story. These handpainted stoneware coffee mugs are crafted by the artisans of Mayan-Ke in San Antonio Palopo, a small village on the shores of Lake Atitlán in Guatemala. Each one is made by hand, painted with traditional geometric patterns, and built to be a lasting part of your daily ritual. They also make a genuinely thoughtful gift — for a housewarming, a birthday, or anyone who appreciates beautiful, ethically made things.
✨ Features
- 🎨 Handpainted by Mayan artisans: Each mug features unique geometric patterns rooted in Guatemalan textile tradition — no two are exactly alike.
- 🏺 Two colour options: Choose from two earthy, hand-decorated colourways to suit your style.
- 🤝 Fair Trade certified: Made through Mayan-Ke, a community enterprise committed to fair wages and improving lives in San Antonio Palopo.
- ☕ Generous 16 oz capacity: Wide-bodied with a sturdy, comfortable handle — just right for a proper cup of coffee or tea.
- 🧼 Microwave and dishwasher safe: Beautiful and practical — it can handle everyday life without any fuss.
- ✅ Lead-free stoneware: Safe for daily use and made to last.
- 📐 Dimensions: 4" x 4" — a solid, satisfying weight in your hands.
💛 Benefits
- ☀️ Start your day with intention: Every sip is a small reminder that everyday objects can be both beautiful and ethically made.
- 🌍 Your purchase makes a difference: Buying this mug directly supports Mayan artisans and their families in rural Guatemala.
- 🎁 A gift worth giving: Packaged with a story behind it — this is the kind of gift people remember. Perfect for coffee lovers, slow-living enthusiasts, or anyone who values handmade craft.
- 🏡 Built for real life: Dishwasher and microwave safe means it earns its place in your kitchen cupboard, not just on a shelf.
- 🌿 Conscious consumption at its simplest: Choosing handmade and fair trade doesn't have to be complicated — this mug is proof of that.
📋 Product Specifications
- Material: Lead-free stoneware
- Capacity: 16 oz
- Dimensions: 4" x 4"
- Care: Microwave safe, dishwasher safe
- Handmade by: Mayan-Ke artisans, San Antonio Palopo, Lake Atitlán, Guatemala
- Trade: Fair Trade handmade
- Available in: Two hand-decorated colour options
☕ Add the Handpainted Fair Trade Stoneware Coffee Mug to your cart today — or treat someone you love to a gift that gives back.
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About Upavim Crafts
UPAVIM: Empowering Women and Building Communities
UPAVIM is a remarkable women-led cooperative based in La Esperanza, Guatemala. Founded in 1989, UPAVIM has been a beacon of hope and opportunity for its members and their communities.
By creating and selling beautiful, handcrafted products, UPAVIM provides its members with economic independence, leadership opportunities, and access to education. The cooperative supports a full-day K-6 school, a daycare, and a Montessori-based preschool, ensuring that the next generation has the tools they need to succeed.
UPAVIM's success has fueled the development of a health clinic, tutoring program, and a local bakery, further improving the lives of people in La Esperanza.
Through their work, UPAVIM is not only empowering women but also building a stronger, more resilient community. By supporting UPAVIM, you're helping to create a brighter future for generations to come.
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