As I poured my afternoon coffee yesterday (prepping for a long evening of work ahead of me), I realized it really is the little things that make all the difference sometimes.  Case in point, the adorable coffee mug my co-worker gave me last Christmas that makes me smile every time I use it.

In addition to serving up your cup of joe, mugs can serve as mini-planters (thanks Rusty Hinges Blog) or as ice-cream portion control :). Put a few on a shelf to add decorative interest to a room, or use one as a decorative pen holder on your desk.  The possibilities are endless.  Whatever their purpose, here are a few I fancy.

Itsy, bitsy, teeny, weeny… – Sophisticup.com

Whimsical & Wild – Jonathan Adler

Cutesy Mod – Urban Outfitters

Prim & Proper – Bloomingdales

Preppy Monogram – Anthropologie

Thirsty yet?