This gorgeous sgraffito butterfly mug was thrown on the potter's wheel by Karen using a creamy ceramic clay body. Sgraffito is a decorative technique in ceramics. Once the handle was attached and the mug was about halfway dried, four thin coats of underglaze were painted on. Then the butterfly designs were sketched onto the piece with a pencil. Using a variety of tiny tools, the butterflies were carved into the mug and the majority of the black underglaze was carved away, leaving some black spots for decoration and depth. Karen hand-painted the bright and beautiful butterfly wings and the mug was then fired in a ceramic kiln, after which clear glossy glaze was added to the exterior and a soft but striking orange glaze was added to the interior for that extra pop. Finally the mug was fired a second and final time, producing this fun and joy-inspiring mug!

Though it may look fragile, this is a heavy-duty wheel thrown mug that is meant to be used regularly! It is food and microwave-safe, AND even dishwasher safe (be careful of the handle!). It measures 2.5" in height and 3" in width.


All items are READY TO SHIP unless otherwise noted; Each piece is stamped by the individual maker.

Our shop offers free domestic shipping to customers who purchase $35 of ceramic art or more from our shop!

Thank you for looking and please contact us with any questions!

Karen & Evee Snell


*A note on handmade ceramic pieces: Part of the allure and excitement of hand-built items is the small imperfections - sometimes in shape, markings, or glaze. Please note that this is normal for ceramic work and expected.

*Actual color of item may vary slightly from what is displayed on your screen, taking into account screen lighting and digital representation on colors. We strive to ensure that the colors shown on the photos are as close as possible to the actual item(s).

Vendetta Ceramics Shop Policies:

While we do not accept returns or exchanges, please contact us with any questions or issues about your order. We will do everything we can to ensure that you are thrilled with your purchase!
If any piece arrives damaged, please take photos immediately including the packaging and shipping label and contact us as soon as you can.
**If you are an international customer, please contact us before purchasing. We don't typically ship internationally but please inquire if interested**