Papel Picado | Día de los Muertos Mug

The papel picado banner that decorates every Día de los Muertos street, wrapped around an 11 oz ceramic mug in marigold, magenta, turquoise and violet. Folk art for your morning coffee.

Why you'll love it

• The banner runs continuous around the mug, just like real bunting
• Four-colour palette drawn from traditional Mexican cut paper
• 11 oz white ceramic — dishwasher and microwave safe
• A subtle way to keep the holiday on your desk all year

The design

Papel picado is the perforated tissue-paper bunting hung across streets, altars and doorways for Día de los Muertos — sheets chiselled by hand with skulls, flowers and birds. Wrapped around a mug, the banner does what it does on a street: turns an ordinary surface into a celebration.

Product details

• White ceramic, 11 oz (0.33 l) — the everyday mug size
• Rounded corners and a comfortable C-handle
• Lead-free and BPA-free
• High-quality sublimation print: the design is fused into the ceramic in vivid, permanent colour
• Dishwasher and microwave safe

Care

Dishwasher and microwave safe — the print won't wash off.

Made to order

Every piece is made to order — printed after you order it, not pulled from a warehouse shelf. Production takes 2–3 business days, then delivery within the United States typically takes another 4–5 business days. Shipping is calculated at checkout, and we email tracking as soon as your order ships.

Returns & exchanges

Damaged, defective or incorrect items are always covered — we replace or refund them in full and cover return shipping. Made-to-order and personalised pieces aren't returnable for a change of mind, but if something isn't right, email support@saveovertime.com and we'll sort it out. Order changes and cancellations can be requested within 24 hours of checkout, before production begins.

Frequently asked questions

What exactly is Día de los Muertos?

Día de los Muertos — Day of the Dead — is the Mexican celebration held every 1–2 November, when families welcome back the spirits of those they've lost. Marigolds, sugar skulls and ofrendas aren't mournful symbols; they're a joyful way of saying: you are still with us.

What is papel picado?

Traditional Mexican cut-paper bunting, hung in strings for celebrations and especially for Day of the Dead.

Is it dishwasher safe?

Yes — and microwave safe too. The print is fused into the ceramic.

When will my order arrive?

Made to order: 2–3 business days, then US delivery typically 4–5 business days after that.

Questions before you order? Email support@saveovertime.com or call or text (954) 669-1874, Monday to Friday 9am–5pm ET.