Mugs & Coasters

Artwork Mug

Fine ceramic mug featuring original watercolour designs. Microwave and dishwasher safe.

Coaster Set

Set of four absorbent coasters with watercolour artwork, sealed for durability.

Artwork Coaster

Individual coaster featuring a single watercolour illustration, perfect as a small gift.

Each mug in this collection begins as a single watercolour painting, created in Laura Ding-Edwards' rural Herefordshire studio before being transferred onto fine ceramic. The result is an everyday object that carries the quiet atmosphere of the countryside — soft washes of colour, delicate brushwork, and the distinctive voice of an artist who has also written poetry. Whether filled with morning tea or set beside a desk, these mugs bring a small piece of art into the rhythm of daily life, turning an ordinary moment into something more considered and heartfelt.

The coaster sets follow the same thoughtful path, with each absorbent coaster printed from original watercolour artwork and sealed to withstand regular use. They are made in small batches by local businesses, reflecting the artist's commitment to supporting the community around her. This local production means each set carries a sense of place and craftsmanship that mass-produced items simply cannot offer. As gifts, they feel personal and considered — a way of sharing the gentle, distinctive beauty of watercolour with someone who appreciates thoughtful detail.

Beyond the mugs and coasters themselves, the collection speaks to a wider creative journey. Laura's work as both artist and author — including her book The Mountain — weaves together words and images in a way that feels cohesive and true to her rural surroundings. The same themes that appear in her poetry surface in these painted designs: landscapes, seasons, small creatures, and the textures of country life. Owning one of these pieces means holding a fragment of that larger artistic world, one that connects poetry, painting, and place.

For those who wish to take the connection further, the artist also offers commissioned work, including pet portraits and wedding pieces, extending her watercolour style into deeply personal territory. This makes the mugs and coasters a natural entry point into her wider practice — a first, accessible step toward owning something made with genuine care. Each purchase supports a local artist and the small businesses she works alongside, helping sustain a creative ecosystem rooted in Herefordshire. In this way, a simple mug or coaster becomes part of a larger story about craft, community, and the enduring appeal of handmade art.