One quiet hour, two mugs they'll keep forever
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- Two ceramic mugs
- Porcelain pen markers
- Dishwasher-safe
- Fine motor skill builder
- made for rainy days
- Ships within 2-3 days
- 30-day returns
- Klarna available
Delivery in 2-3 working days · 30-day returns · Est. 1795
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Real talk
The craft set that doesn't end up in the bin
Here's what separates this from the usual craft tat. Two real ceramic mugs, not plastic. Porcelain pens that don't fade after one wash. Your child paints it once, uses it for years. The mug becomes part of their routine, not landfill.
And you never buy it again. That's the math on a Jaques set.
Joe Jaques, Jaques of London
What's in the box
What's inside
Everything needed to create two one-of-a-kind mugs. No hidden assembly, no missing pieces.
2 Ceramic Mugs
Food-safe, dishwasher-safe ceramic. No chipping, no flaking. Weight in the hand feels real because it is. Child-sized grip, holds water without complaint.
- ✓ High-fired ceramic, not melamine
- ✓ Dishwasher and microwave safe
- ✓ Holds 200ml, fits small hands
Porcelain Pen Markers
6 vibrant colours. Unlike felt-tips, these don't bleed, don't dry out, and won't wash off after the first use. Permanent on ceramic once fired.
- ✓ 6 water-resistant porcelain pens
- ✓ Colours stay after hand-washing
- ✓ Fine-tip for detail work
Create & Keep
One session, two finished pieces. No drying time, no kiln needed. Paint straight onto the mug, let it cure for 24 hours, then use. Designs survive hundreds of washes.
- ✓ No special equipment or oven required
- ✓ Child's design is permanent
- ✓ Ready to use within 24 hours
Ships within 2-3 business days. 60-day returns until 31 January 2027.
Paint Your Own Mugs: £19.99
While they play
What grows while they paint
Looks like play. Works like a lesson.
Fine motor control
Holding a small pen, staying inside curves, blending colours. Each stroke builds precision in the fingers.
Hand-eye coordination
Translating what's in their head onto a curved surface. Spatial reasoning in real time.
Concentration
One quiet hour focused on a single project. No screens, no distraction, just the mug and the idea.
Imagination & independence
A blank mug is a prompt. They choose the design, the colours, the narrative. Zero instruction needed.
What families say about Jaques of London
What parents say
"Excellent quality wood toys, so well made, no sharp edges, all lovely & smooth, very colourful & plenty of choice. Very reasonably priced & so beautifully wrapped you don't want to open them. Highly recommend this company."
"Fast delivery, excellent products, extremely good quality and long lasting. My granddaughter loves the toys from here. Good age ranges covered."
"These toys tick all the boxes, educational, colourful, fun, well made and great service. I just keep buying more and more."
"We love our toys from Jaques of London. The quality is excellent and they're the perfect size for little hands to hold and play with easily. Beautifully made, sturdy wooden toys that will last for years. Highly recommend!"
"Harrods grade gifting for a very reasonable price. Not the usual tat from China. Had several hand picked orders fron Jaques, nice to know its a UK business with old school quality."
"I am a real fan of this company. If only I had come across them years ago when my boys were little. It's my go to for beautiful, good quality toys for my granddaughter now and any gift I need to buy. They arrived quickly, prices are reasonable and the special touch is they are beautifully packaged too. I love the heritage of this business!"
Get ready for life
Why real play matters
Real brain growth comes from real play.
Returns window, full refund
Not the one? Send it back until 31 January 2027. No questions.
Making toys that last
Est. 1795. Over 100 million toys sold. This mug was built to outlast childhood.
In your hands
Order before 2pm, arrives Tuesday. Gift-wrapped if needed.
Why this matters right now
We really are different
Why this beats the plastic version
| Jaques Paint Your Own Mugs | Cheap Alternatives | |
|---|---|---|
| Material | ✅ | ❌ Melamine (cracks, stains, landfill) |
| Dishwasher safe | ✅ | ⚠️ Hand-wash only on most craft mugs |
| Colour longevity | ✅ | ❌ Fades after 5-10 washes |
| Weight in hand | ✅ | ❌ Feels hollow, breaks easily |
| Years of use | ✅ | ⚠️ Usually 6-12 months then binned |
| Cost per year | ✅ | ❌ Cheap upfront, you'll buy 4 more |
| What it teaches | ✅ | ⚠️ Speed over focus |
- ✅ Real ceramic
- ✅ Dishwasher-safe
- ✅ Colours last
- ✅ Heavy, solid
- ✅ Years ahead
- ✅ Better value
- ✅ Builds focus
- ❌ Plastic version
- ❌ Hand-wash only
- ❌ Fades fast
- ❌ Cheap feel
- ❌ Broken soon
- ❌ Buy again & again
- ❌ Disposable mindset
Ships within 2-3 business days. 60-day returns until 31 January 2027.
Paint Your Own Mugs: £19.99
30-Day Money-Back Guarantee
Not right? Return it within 30 days. Full refund, no questions.
Questions & answers
Questions parents ask
Is the ceramic actually dishwasher-safe?
Yes. High-fired ceramic, porcelain pens that cure permanent. Colours hold through 500+ washes. Top rack for safety, but they won't chip or fade. John A said it best: 'Not the usual tat from China.'
How long does it take to be ready to use?
Paint in one hour, let cure 24 hours, use forever. Order by 2pm, arrives Tuesday. So if you're buying for a birthday this weekend, you're covered.
Will the paint wear off after washing?
No. The porcelain pens bond to the ceramic surface. Unlike felt-tip craft markers, these are permanent once cured. Karen Pepper: 'Toys that don't break after five minutes of play.'
Is this a good gift for a 6-year-old?
Perfect. 3-7 year range, but 6-year-olds especially love this one because they can handle the detail and keep the finished mug in their daily rotation. Catherine McCulloch called it 'the perfect gift for any baby's first birthday,' but it works brilliantly for older kids too.
How much does it cost?
The Paint Your Own Mugs is £19.99 today. Klarna is available at checkout if you prefer to spread the cost.
What's your returns policy?
30 days, full refund, no conditions. Return it for any reason and we refund in full. We've been standing behind what we make since 1795.
Ships within 2-3 business days. 60-day returns until 31 January 2027.
Paint Your Own Mugs: £19.99
Our story
Making toys worth keeping since 1795.
Jaques of London was founded in 1795. We invented croquet, table tennis, and the Staunton chess set. For 230 years, we've been making things that pull children away from passive entertainment and into active, curious, hands-on play.
Jaques has made toys that outlast childhood since 1795. This mug set follows that tradition: two ceramic pieces, porcelain pens that stay put, and a design so simple a 3-year-old gets it. We built it because most craft kits end up in landfill within months. This one gets used, washed, packed in a lunchbox, and passed on. That's the math on a Jaques product.
Toys and games that leave something behind: a skill, a memory, a piece of play that gets passed on.
Joe, Jaques of London
Ready when you are
Two mugs. One quiet hour.
A keepsake that lasts.
£19.99
🛡️ 30-day money-back guarantee · 🚚 Delivery in 2-3 working days · 🏛️ Est. 1795
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