subject: Mugs - 5 Occasions Where They're an Appropriate Gift [print this page] Mugs - 5 Occasions Where They're an Appropriate Gift
It would be foolish to give a mug to a loved one as an anniversary present, and unless it's part of a set you'd be best to avoid them as a wedding gift. There's a couple of Birthdays - the ones that tend to end in zero - where giving a mug to someone, unless you're not that close or you've made it yourself from scratch, is an unwise idea. So just when should you give a mug gift?
When colleagues are leaving your place of work, even if you've all put money together to get one big present, a thoughtfully picked mug from you to that departing colleague will mean that relationship will hopefully last beyond the workplace. Just remember to choose a design they would appreciate.
Loved up or slightly naught designed mugs make for very suitable gifts on Valentine's Day. Team it up with a choice picking of their favourite hot drink, or some chocolate and you'll have a good gift amongst many. A mug with a message of love is especially good for making the first move.
It doesn't have to be anything big, but is there someone in your life that's recently done something very special for you? If so, then a mug is a great way of saying thank you. Due to their practical nature, a mug with the right message or design on it can say a lot more than a thank you card ever will.
Birthdays are another time when a nicely picked out mug makes a superb gift. Should a colleague or acquaintance be celebrating a milestone birthday, then one does make a good gift, especially if it's a milestone themed one. Or a set would be a good present idea.
And Christmas is the final occasion where a mug makes a suitable gift. Be it one with an Xmas themed design, or has a pattern or images that pick up on the likes of the potential recipient, mugs make excellent stocking fillers.
