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Mugs, mugs, MUGS! We can’t get enough mugs. No, seriously, send help, we have way too many. But no matter how many we think we have, there’s always a spot for one more, right? However, with so many beautiful and interesting designs out there, it can be quite a challenge to figure out what to buy. But if you think you’ve seen it all when it comes to the world of mugs, think again.

The aptly-named ‘Mug Life’ online community celebrates unique and unusual mugs, from the thoroughly beautiful to the fun, quirky, and unbelievably cute (:3). We’re featuring some of their very best posts, Pandas, so scroll down to check them out. Don’t forget to upvote your fave ones!

Which of the pics did you love the most, dear Pandas? Were there any designs that made you immediately want to tidy up your cupboard to make it more inviting for any new visitors? What does your favorite mug look like? We’d love to hear from you, so make yourself a cuppa and swing by the comment section.

You’ll find Bored Panda’s previous article about the r/muglife subreddit right over here. Check it out if you want a second coffee break (let’s not beat around the bush, you probably do!).

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Gorgeous Miniature Duck-Pond-World In Just A Teacup

Gorgeous Miniature Duck-Pond-World In Just A Teacup

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Imagine how weird and boring life would be if mugs and cups didn’t exist in our timeline. We’d probably end up drinking coffee from giant bowls or making tea in thimbles. Though that sounds like a world we’d love to see, we’re also very glad that we can enjoy a hot drink in peace.

It’s surprising how much a cup of tea or coffee can help you relax when you’re stressed. It warms you up. It distracts you. It gives you an excuse to get up from your computer (or whatever else might be stressing you) and just look out the window for a few minutes. It’s a mini dose of meditation, in a mug.

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Mismatched China_ I Often Come Across Random Pieces Of Old China In Estate Sales Or Thrift Shops. My Favorites Are The English Or French Bone China

Mismatched China_ I Often Come Across Random Pieces Of Old China In Estate Sales Or Thrift Shops. My Favorites Are The English Or French Bone China

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We’re firm believers that all items ought to be used instead of just being displayed. “Honey, get the fancy [insert dinnerware or piece of cutlery of choice]” is a mindset that leads you to put off pleasant experiences while waiting for some ‘perfect’ alignment of circumstances.

#7

Ceramics Mug

Ceramics Mug

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Epona
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1 year ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I love it! This is another piece of pottery (I don't know a better word to use instead of "piece" of pottery, sorry) I have seen recently on BP that is really motivating me to take up pottery in the very near future (not really a bucket list, exactly, just a thing I REALLY want to do, soon!). I like the gradient effect.

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#8

I Was Told You Would Appreciate These Lizard Mugs I Thrifted Today!

I Was Told You Would Appreciate These Lizard Mugs I Thrifted Today!

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Instead of waiting for chances like that, we feel it’s best to use all of your fancy mugs/glasses/plates whenever the mood strikes you. Feeling fancy on a mundane Monday morning or a sleepy Wednesday evening is a surefire way to boost your mood. 

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#10

My Pride And Joy The Display Is An Antique Postmasters Sorting Cabinet From The Early 1900s

My Pride And Joy The Display Is An Antique Postmasters Sorting Cabinet From The Early 1900s

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EP
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Omg I love this. I love mugs. I collect some but only what I can fit bc of space. This would solve that!!!

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#11

Mug I Bought For My Brothers Birthday

Mug I Bought For My Brothers Birthday

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However, at the same time, we can’t really fault anyone for having a large display cabinet full of their favorite china. Like it or not, many of us are already mug collectors, whether we feel like that or not.

Think about how many you’ve got in your cupboard, at home. Personally, I count at least 15. And there’s probably a few that I’ve completely forgotten about! Like many of you Pandas, we’ve got our favorites that we use for pretty much everything

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It’s a disaster when your best mug shatters. Or if, God forbid, someone steals it at school or work.

I remember I was in despair when my fave cup broke in the 4th grade. I was inconsolable. Was my mug unique? Far from it. Was it mine and mine alone? You bet!

#18

Went To The San Diego Zoo For My Birthday And My Wife Got Me This Awesome Mug

Went To The San Diego Zoo For My Birthday And My Wife Got Me This Awesome Mug

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The ‘Mug Life’ online community has been a part of Reddit for nearly a decade. Having been founded all the way back in late January of 2013, the subreddit is going to celebrate its 10th birthday very soon.

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That’s quite an achievement for any internet group. At the time of writing, the sub boasted over 356k members. A third of a million internet users is nothing to sneeze at!

#19

The Wife And I Got Each Other The Same “Gag Gift” For Our Anniversary This Year

The Wife And I Got Each Other The Same “Gag Gift” For Our Anniversary This Year

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#21

My Vintage Mug Set. Made By Otagiri Japan, Collected From Thrift Stores Over Several Years

My Vintage Mug Set. Made By Otagiri Japan, Collected From Thrift Stores Over Several Years

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As it turns out, people really like mugs. Or rather, they love the cool and quirky designs, the aesthetics, and the out-of-the-box thinking some artists have.

Any large internet community survives and thrives thanks to its rules, as well as how good its moderating team is. If the rules are too vague or too loosely enforced, you’ll get chaos. On the flip side, if the mod team is quick to react to any potential issues and all the members are on the same page, what you get is an active, healthy group with a single-minded focus. In this case, mugs.

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#22

My First Pottery Creation! Lopsided And A Little Ugly, But I Made It

My First Pottery Creation! Lopsided And A Little Ugly, But I Made It

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Am I A Little Too Afraid To Use Them? Yes. Do I Love Them? Also Yes

Am I A Little Too Afraid To Use Them? Yes. Do I Love Them? Also Yes

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Is it a little ghost or an octopus? Either way, so cute. Do want.

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The main rules that members ought to follow include being respectful and civil (like on most of the internet), staying on-topic (mugs and mug-related content only), and avoiding advertising anything. That’s pretty much it. It’s simple. It’s clear. It’s easy to follow.

#26

It Was Suggested I Post This, A Past Christmas Gift From My Sister, Here

It Was Suggested I Post This, A Past Christmas Gift From My Sister, Here

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We like to think that we chose some of the best mugs to feature from r/muglife. Which of these did you love the most, dear Pandas? Were there any that you'd want to bring home with you in a heartbeat? Maybe you even spotted your own cup in this list. Share your thoughts and feelings in the comments. It's always a pleasure hearing from you.

#28

I Came Across A Friend Who Can Help Me Dispel Fatigue

I Came Across A Friend Who Can Help Me Dispel Fatigue

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#29

Dragonfly Camping Mug

Dragonfly Camping Mug

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#31

Handmade Pottery Mug With Woodland Animals, Large With Natural Brown And Light Celedon Green

Handmade Pottery Mug With Woodland Animals, Large With Natural Brown And Light Celedon Green

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#32

Found This Mug In Prague That Resembles This Picture Of Me

Found This Mug In Prague That Resembles This Picture Of Me

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#35

Trashy Cup For Trashy Coffee

Trashy Cup For Trashy Coffee

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#36

Ghibli Collection!

Ghibli Collection!

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

WANT! These are some of my favourite Ghibli movies! Howl's Moving Castle is one of my top 4 fave Ghibli movies, and Totoro is another. Is the one second from left Ponyo?

bibbitybobbityboop
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Haha I am seeing this right as I am watching Spirited Away! These are so amazing!

Cassi Lyris
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Love these, but especially wiggly Calcifer booty! 🥰💕

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#38

I Was Given These Adorable Doggo And Kitty Mugs, Last Christmas!

I Was Given These Adorable Doggo And Kitty Mugs, Last Christmas!

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#41

My Favorite Mug! Bought In Covid-Lockdown To Cheer Me Up (And At The Time It Was Very Appropriate As Well)

My Favorite Mug! Bought In Covid-Lockdown To Cheer Me Up (And At The Time It Was Very Appropriate As Well)

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The sun is shining, the birds are singing, who says vodka for breakfast is a bad idea?

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#43

My Mushroom Mug From Childhood

My Mushroom Mug From Childhood

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Epona
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I like mushrooms, in nature specifically, not as food (personal preference). Or in video games (Mario). And as decor on a mug or figurine or something.

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#45

Thanks Muglife!! A Few Weeks Back Someone Posted This Beauty At A Cafe And Then Someone Else Knew The Company That Sold It. I Loved It So Much I Had To Get It And I'm Not Disappointed

Thanks Muglife!! A Few Weeks Back Someone Posted This Beauty At A Cafe And Then Someone Else Knew The Company That Sold It. I Loved It So Much I Had To Get It And I'm Not Disappointed

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#46

My Favorite Mug I Use Every Fall. If You Zoom In .. It Looks Like Someone Painted Funny Teeth On His Smile

My Favorite Mug I Use Every Fall. If You Zoom In .. It Looks Like Someone Painted Funny Teeth On His Smile

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#47

Antique Shop Find… I’m In Love! Cute And Convenient!

Antique Shop Find… I’m In Love! Cute And Convenient!

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#48

Eee!! Look At This Super Cute Coffee Mug I Just Made!

Eee!! Look At This Super Cute Coffee Mug I Just Made!

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#49

Had To Share My 25 Cent Thrifted Baby

Had To Share My 25 Cent Thrifted Baby

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It would take me about two sips before it's in my lap. Cool though.

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#50

Companion Mug To My 1960’s Glasbake Mug

Companion Mug To My 1960’s Glasbake Mug

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#51

Colorful 3D Coffee Mug

Colorful 3D Coffee Mug

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DEW
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1 year ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is so pretty. I could see them also as a tea set for little girls and boys who want to have tea parties!! Editing to say these just make me happy! I keep scrolling up and feel happy again. Thank you for sharing!!

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#53

My Favourite Mug! Purchased It Last Year When I Was On Holiday But It’s A Little Scraped

My Favourite Mug! Purchased It Last Year When I Was On Holiday But It’s A Little Scraped

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#55

Wonder If You Guys Would Like My Halloween Mugs

Wonder If You Guys Would Like My Halloween Mugs

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#56

Packing For A Move Means Finally Getting Collection Pics!

Packing For A Move Means Finally Getting Collection Pics!

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Epona
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'll take the Minion one, the frog next to it, both fox ones (second row from bottom), the yellow beehive one, the panda one(I like the shape and that it is matte and not glossy), the penguin one next to it and the ghost!

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#57

I'm New Here! I Looove Mugs. I Just Made This Coffee Mug Keychain (Crochet)!

I'm New Here! I Looove Mugs. I Just Made This Coffee Mug Keychain (Crochet)!

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#59

This Is Halloween, Piping Hot Caffeinated Beverage Delivery Vessel For This Morning

This Is Halloween, Piping Hot Caffeinated Beverage Delivery Vessel For This Morning

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#61

Christmas Mug!!!

Christmas Mug!!!

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#62

Finally Got My Hands On This Halloween Edition Mug!

Finally Got My Hands On This Halloween Edition Mug!

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#63

Tempting, Oh So Tempted

Tempting, Oh So Tempted

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DEW
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I love the cow mug. But did someone not know how to put up a shelf? The cow looks scared that the shelf is going to fall on him. Rescue her and bring her to safety!!

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#65

I Love This Mug So Much. Starbucks 2017 Anniversary Mug

I Love This Mug So Much. Starbucks 2017 Anniversary Mug

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#67

It’s My Favourite Mug’s 4th Birthday Today. Happy Birthday Mug

It’s My Favourite Mug’s 4th Birthday Today. Happy Birthday Mug

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DEW
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It doesn't look a day over 3yrs. Happy 4th. birthday!!

#68

Just Picked Up This Danse Macabre Mug From A Local Ceramics Shop. Memento Mori

Just Picked Up This Danse Macabre Mug From A Local Ceramics Shop. Memento Mori

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#70

Hand Made Clay Goblin Mug

Hand Made Clay Goblin Mug

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#71

This Is My Meeko Mug, I’ve Had It For As Long As I Can Remember

This Is My Meeko Mug, I’ve Had It For As Long As I Can Remember

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#72

It's The Passive Aggression For Me!

It's The Passive Aggression For Me!

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#74

I Like The Topper

I Like The Topper

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#75

Monster/Lizard? Either Way It's One Of My Favorites!

Monster/Lizard? Either Way It's One Of My Favorites!

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#77

In A Quirky Local Cafe

In A Quirky Local Cafe

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#78

This Inconvenient But Original Mug

This Inconvenient But Original Mug

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Is the front of the van heavy enough to make it unsteady?

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