When we asked readers to send in photos of favorite coffee mugs, more than 70 responded with pictures of mugs that ranged from comical (and a little naughty) to nostalgic and just plain beautiful. Sentiment seems to be a consistent theme, so if you're wondering what happened to that mug you made for your parents years ago, there's a good chance it could still be in use.
Karla Erickson of Ramsey said her daughter was in her late 20s when she made this mug and was heartbroken to find it in the giveaway box. Now it’s back in the rotation, of course. (The Minnesota Star Tribune)
Chris Paulson of Columbia Heights says, “When your mantra is ‘bread is simply a conduit for butter,’ this is the only cup you need.” (The Minnesota Star Tribune)
Patricia May of Lakeville collects elephants. Her favorite elephant mug broke some years ago; her daughter surprised her with a replacement. (The Minnesota Star Tribune)
Nancy Wold of Blaine: A favorite song, a favorite color, a favorite mug for a favorite activity — road trip! (The Minnesota Star Tribune)
ø Amanda DePhillips of Shoreview says, “When your coffee mug isn’t big enough for your latte, a Ball jar will have to do! (And it’s pretty, too!)” (The Minnesota Star Tribune)
Sharon Fiebiger of Shoreview says she thinks her favorite coffee mug is just right in weight and size, has great graphics and “the chip in the rim makes it look tough.” (The Minnesota Star Tribune)
Roger Childers of Minneapolis says his favorite coffee mug is the first thing he reaches for in the morning. “Its unique handle configuration allows me to warm both hands as I plan my attack on the Daily Crossword Puzzle,” he says. (The Minnesota Star Tribune)
Don Fernstrom of Maple Grove grew up two blocks from the center field scoreboard at Chicago’s Wrigley Field, and says he couldn’t resist buying this mug while passing through O’Hare airport. (The Minnesota Star Tribune)
This is the current favorite work mug of Jennifer Tatsuda of Minneapolis. “I am surrounded by beautiful mugs at Northern Clay Center and have not been able to make my own (yet).” (The Minnesota Star Tribune)
Barry Bershow was given this mug by his wife after he rode from New Orleans to Minneapolis and Santa Fe, N.M., to Santa Monica, Calif. (The Minnesota Star Tribune)
▲ This favorite mug of Judy Gamboni of New Brighton was made by her son-in-law. “I am fussy about my coffee and have earned the title ‘coffee princess.’ The mug has my princess crown. I adore it and use it nearly every day.” (The Minnesota Star Tribune)
