Ceramics Care & Handling

Ceramics by nature are fragile and will last longer when treated gently.

Due to the intricate design and different hold attachments to the climbing cups, it is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED to HAND-WASH only.

If you want to reheat your drinks, a maximum 1 minute in the microwave is suggested as the stoneware clay has a tendency to get hot due to the iron in the clay body. The iron is what gives the speckled or brownish color in the cups.

Cups with the 'metal' screws on the hold handles do not actually have metal components. This silver color is a ceramic glaze and all the clay and glazes used in my work are sourced commercially and certified safe to be used as tableware.

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For other tableware or drink-ware items, all glazes that will touch food/drinks have food-safe glazes. These items are also dishwasher-safe and microwave-safe - unless it is indicated that the piece has GOLD or PEARL lustre coating.

Gentle hand washing is *still* recommended due to the handmade nature of the items. The dish-washing machine is usually harsh on ceramics.

Here are a few more tips to make your ceramics last a lifetime (or longer!):

Avoid taps and bumps with other dishware in the dishwasher, cupboards and when handling them in the sink. This can create tiny fractures that grow over time with repeated heat and moisture exposure and can result in larger cracks or attachments/handle falling off.
Avoid putting your ceramics in the microwave for more than one minute at a time to avoid overheating the clay body.

Let customers speak for us

from 21 reviews

Anonymous

Climbing Cup - Hold Handle - Granite Clay (10-11oz)

My climbing friends absolutely loves this mug!

My climbing friend absolutely loves this mug!! It holds a great amount of liquid and the hold is comfortable enough for a long grip, but challenging enough to be more than a normal handle. This mug gets instant compliments and is a table centerpiece on all its own! I’d love to own a climbing flower vase one day, this mug does just will in the meantime

09/09/2025

Julie

Climbing Cups (no handle) - Granite Clay

Awesome product

Awesome product, exceptional service and shipping! SO STOKED to finally get one of these!!

09/07/2025

Joanna

Climbing Cups (no handle) - Granite Clay

Incredible!

Incredible, gorgeous, creative, well-crafted, and so fun to drink from. My climber son dropped his jaw to the floor when he saw it. He has used it every day and it brings him such joy.

09/04/2025

Brooke Samuhel

Blue Hold Handle in Buff Speckled 15oz - R (Maker’s Pick)

I love it!

So happy I finally scored one of Louise’s climbing cups! They look absolutely amazing

04/15/2025

Courtney Meadows

Blue Hold Handle in Toasty Brown 14oz - V

Couldn’t love this more

Functional, fun and totally stunning! I hope very much to be a repeat customer and buy another mug for a friend!

04/15/2025

Mary DuBard

10-13oz cup for Mary

Exactly what I wanted!

I had such a great shopping experience, and the mug is perfect. Thank you!!

04/14/2025

Lisa Gundlack

LouiseD Ceramics

Super Woman!

Best handmade cups/mugs ever! Love them all!

12/27/2024

Lisa Gundlack

Climbing Cup - Muted Colors in Buff Speckled Clay with Turquoise Lid

BEST Cup ever!!!

I love it! I am still hyped of all the cups and mugs and I am pretty overwhelmed that I got one for my husband!
Still want mooooore!!!
Best wishes from south germany 💜

12/27/2024

Kevin

Boulder Mug with Hold Handle - Dark Brown (PREORDER)

Excellent product and customer service! Bought this as a gift and it was an overwhelming success. Such a unique and niche idea, it certainly stands out from all of the rest, and it will be the topic of conversation over coffee for years to come.

12/02/2024

Claire N Amiro

Boulder Cup - Dark Brown (PREORDER)

Best cup ever!

Super cute and unique! I love this cup so much. Louise was great with communication throughout the ordering process.

11/13/2024

Anna Pendleton

Boulder Mug - Light Brown (PREORDER)

Stunning craftsmanship!

Bought it as a gift for my friend, she absolutely loved it, it’s her new favorite mug! Seller is great to work with, great communication, beautiful hand made product, she really delivered!

11/05/2024