Showing posts with label Coffee Mug. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Coffee Mug. Show all posts

Monday, December 14, 2015

Grumpy Before Coffee

Grumpy Monday

Truer words have never been spoken, written, or typed.
I need coffee in the morning, and am Grumpy until I get it.
And so is Grumpy.


I collect Hallmark ornaments, especially favorite Disney characters, such as Grumpy, so I'm not even sure how I missed this ornament when it was initially released in 2007.



Maybe I hadn't had my coffee yet?

I was very happy to get him off of eBay recently.

Ironically, I am a morning person, but I agree with the sentiment that someone should brew me up some coffee so it's ready upon waking.

Now, please excuse us, Grumpy and I need a cup of coffee.

Tuesday, April 8, 2014

Disney's Fab Five Art Supply Holding Mug

by Nick

I have many mugs, and don’t usually use them for their intended purpose. They are either used for paper clips or other small office items, pens, or just for display.
This one can be found on Barbie's work desk, and holds some of the items she uses as a graphic artist and medical illustrator.



The Fab Five, Minnie Mouse, Mickey Mouse, Pluto, Goofy, and Donald Duck…



…posing for photographs. But who’s the photographer? Are they taking turns?



One thing is certain, they are holding Pete up.



I’ve no idea what year this is from, but I’ve had it for a long time, so I’m guessing the early to mid 90s.



Monday, January 6, 2014

Walt Disney World 25th Anniversary Mug

By: Nick

I love the graphics on this mug, purchased in 1996 at Walt Disney World, celebrating it's 25th anniversary, and just recently rediscovered in a box in my garage.



I know of only one other item with this image, a glass ball ornament I own, but I am on the lookout for more.



It's time to Remember the Magic!

Friday, November 1, 2013

The Writer's Stop at Disney's Hollywood Studios

By: Nick

Back in a quiet corner of Disney's Hollywood Studios is one of our favorite spots in all of Walt Disney World.

The Writer's Stop is located next to the Sci-Fi Dine In Theater Restaurant.


Doing some research, I've discovered that this was originally built to resemble the set of the  bookstore in Ellen DeGeneres' sitcom Ellen, which was named "Buy the Book," which is why you will find many items, such as the ceiling lights, that convey a TV set atmosphere.


The Writer's Stop is a small bookstore, cafe, and gift shop all in one. 

You'll find many of the prepackaged goodies you can find at many other gift stores throughout Disney property here.


In the center of the store you'll find comfy seats, a television playing Disney related programs, Disney themed games, a good selection of DVDs, Blu-rays, and books.

The book selection is pretty terrific; appealing to a wide audience, representing many of the Disney owned properties and assorted attractions, such as The Twilight Zone, that you'll find at the Studios, as well as books about Walt Disney, Disney art, and children's books.


Proceeding to the back, you'll find an even more eclectic book selection, including best sellers and biographies, among others. You'll also find tables and and more seating.

 

This cozy area is also where you'll find kitchen items displayed beautifully: mugs and tea and biscuits that you'll find at other stores as well.



They also offer a wide selection of drinks, including coffees, teas, espresso, cappuccinos, waters, juices and sodas.


Lastly, but certainly not least, are thr bakery items, such as bagels, muffins, pastries and cookies, including one of my favorite snacks in the World, the Carrot Cake Cookie.



As far as I'm aware, The Writer's Stop is the only place on Disney property to get the Carrot Cake Cookie.


It's approximately the size of my head, but I have NO trouble finishing it off myself, but you may want to share it with a friend or 3!


Tuesday, April 16, 2013

Mickey's Brave Little Tailor Disneyana Mug

Brave Little Tailor Tuesday!

Back in the early 90's, Disney started to hold Official Disneyana Conventions. I didn't make it to one of them. I'm not sure this was a bad thing, since I heard mixed reviews on the organization of these events, and I really couldn't afford a majority of the merchandise being offered anyway.

The one year I was very disappointed I didn't go was 1996. Each year of the convention had a theme, and 1996's was The Brave Little Tailor, my favorite Mickey Mouse cartoon. The convention was September 3-7th, and I had already scheduled a trip for later that month, so I could be at the park for Walt Disney World's 25th anniversary on October 1st, so I was out of luck. 

Or was I? To my astonishment, there were several convention items for sale in the Magic Kingdom! I bought a few of the more affordable items, and they have been favorites for years.

Today, let's take a look at the mug I bought way back in 1996.


The graphics and color are just beautiful, just like Princess Minnie.


The giant can't believe there were still mugs left after the convention...



...because they were limited to 2,000 pieces!


Made exclusively for the Walt Disney Theme Parks and Resorts. Please stop back next Tuesday to see a hat from this convention.