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Warning: May Increase Tempo – Funny Piano Coffee Mug

A stylish piano mug for musicians who know that a little caffeine can work wonders. Featuring an elegant vintage-inspired design with a touch of musical humour, it's a thoughtful gift for piano teachers, students and coffee-loving pianists.

$39.00 AUD

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Designed & Printedin Australia

Free ShippingAustralia Wide

Designed bya Piano Teacher

Care instructions

Different mugs require slightly different care. Please refer to the instructions below for your mug.

White Ceramic Mug

Microwave and dishwasher safe.
Hand washing is recommended to help preserve the vibrancy of the artwork over time.

Accent Mug (Black Handle)

Microwave safe.
Hand wash only. Not dishwasher safe.

Heat-Reactive Colour-Changing Mug

Glossy black finish when cool. Artwork gradually appears as the mug warms and returns to black as it cools.
Microwave safe.
Hand wash only.
Not dishwasher safe.
Avoid abrasive cleaners or scourers to help preserve the heat-reactive finish.

Product Details

Premium ceramic mug
325 ml (11 oz) capacity
High-quality wraparound print
Comfortable C-shaped handle
Designed and printed in Australia

Please note: Care instructions and finish vary slightly between White Ceramic, Accent and Heat-Reactive Magic Mugs. Please refer to the product description and Care Instructions for details specific to your selected mug.

Shipping & Delivery

Free shipping Australia-wide.
Designed and printed in Australia.
Made to order.
Standard delivery: 3–6 business days.
Tracking provided once dispatched.

Dimensions

Capacity: 325 ml (11 oz)
Approximate size: 9.5 cm high × 8 cm diameter
Comfortable C-shaped handle

Minor variations of a few millimetres may occur between mug styles.

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The Story Behind 'Warning: May Increase Tempo'

Every pianist knows the ritual.

The first sip before an early lesson. The coffee beside the piano during late-night practice. The comforting mug that somehow makes one more scale, one more page, or one more rehearsal feel possible.

Warning: May Increase Tempo is a playful nod to the timeless relationship between caffeine and music-making. Presented in an elegant vintage-inspired design, it captures the quiet humour shared by pianists who understand that coffee doesn't just wake you up—it occasionally speeds everything else up too.

Whether it's for a piano teacher, music student, accompanist or dedicated coffee enthusiast, this mug celebrates one of the unofficial essentials of musical life with warmth, wit and understated style.

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