Custom Stoneware Articles

From Concept to Kiln: Our Stoneware Stories

Sunset Hill Stoneware’s History with the Grateful Dead

Grateful Dead coffee mug in Blue Moon

Sunset Hill Stoneware has created stoneware for dozens of big-name organizations over our 20-year history, from high-end resorts and breweries to national parks. We’ve proudly depicted the artwork of almost everything in between as well, including bands like the Grateful Dead. The Grateful Dead has been the go-to band for hippies since 1965 and celebrated its…

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Top Six Reasons Custom Mugs are a Perfect Promotional Product

Corporate logo mugs

Custom mugs are an incredibly valuable promotional product for building your brand and business. Not only do they make excellent marketing tools; they’re also a distinctive way to provide recognition and attract new prospects. Here are six creative ways businesses are using custom mugs as promotional items: 1. Improve Customer Loyalty Maintaining your existing customers is critical to every…

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3 Easy Steps To Catch A Leprechaun

A caught leprachaun

Everyone dreams of it, but no ones achieved it, UNTIL NOW! Catch your very own leprechaun with these 3 easy steps! Catching a leprechaun is tougher than you think! He’ll turn your whole place upside down quicker than a wink! Follow the below 3 tricks to catch that little fink:   1. Build A Trap…

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History of Sunset Hill Stoneware

Sunset Hill Stoneware potbelly logo mug in Amethyst Horizon

The Early Days Tom Dunsirn started the company after college with his love for hand thrown pottery. Originally named Fox Valley Stoneware, Tom and a friend turned clay slugs into mugs from a deserted firehouse located in Dale, a small township outside the Fox Valley. The first lease was handwritten in pencil on the back…

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