I've got a ton of mugs, and we're always switching them up - buying new ones whenever the mood strikes. I've got a collection of quirky designs, and I love mixing and matching them to create a unique look for our kitchen.

When I saw a mug with a design from the cartoon 'The Snow Queen' on one of the marketplaces, I just fell in love with it. The price of around 500 rubles didn't even faze me, but I was worried that the mug might not make it to me in one piece. I searched for it in stores, but couldn't find it.

Recently, we were shopping for holidays at the hypermarket Okay, and that's where I found a stand with mugs featuring characters from Soviet cartoons - but 'The Snow Queen' wasn't there. We stumbled upon the Quinsberry 'The Snow Queen' ceramic mug by chance, on a shelf with regular dishes, and I probably wouldn't have noticed it if my husband hadn't pointed it out.

The mug cost around 500 rubles, but after checkout, I checked the receipt and saw that it was actually cheaper, around 400 rubles. For a regular mug, that's pretty pricey, but the design is just so cute that I couldn't resist buying it.

Quinsberry 'The Snow Queen' Ceramic MugKrug was packaged in a cardboard box with a picture of the cartoon characters. The name of the cartoon and the mug's capacity were indicated on the box.

Quinsberry 'The Snow Queen' Ceramic MugThe mug is made in China, and the manufacturer's name, Quinsberry, is indicated on the packaging, along with symbols explaining how to care for the mug and where it can be used.

The mug can be used in a microwave oven and washed in a dishwasher.

I wash the mug by hand, only occasionally putting it in the microwave if my coffee or tea has cooled down, and the mug is full. That's when I can use it to reheat my drink.

Quinsberry 'The Snow Queen' Ceramic MugYou can see the snow queen, her friend the bear, and the horse she meets in the fog on the box.

I didn't love this cartoon as a kid - I just didn't understand it. But as I grew older, I started to appreciate its animation and philosophical message.

Quinsberry 'The Snow Queen' Ceramic MugAt the bottom of the box is an information sticker with the mug's name, its article number, the manufacturer's and seller's data, and the production date of the mug.

The mug has no expiration date, so you can use it until it gets old or breaks.

Quinsberry Mug 'The Mitten' The box was a bit beat up and dirty, but the mug inside was perfect and unscathed. I decided to keep the box instead of throwing it away.

Quinsberry Mug 'The Mitten' To be honest, I was originally eyeing a mug with a hedgehog and a bear together, but I ended up getting this one because it was the one available in the store.
The main character of the mug is a hedgehog carrying jam for a bear.

Quinsberry Mug 'The Mitten' Inside the mug, there's an owl that accompanied the hedgehog on his journey to the bear and kept scaring him.

Quinsberry Mug 'The Mitten' The mug is white and made of porcelain. On one side, there's a quote from the movie.

Quinsberry Mug 'The Mitten' The handle has some leaves drawn on it, which fits perfectly with the autumn setting of the movie.

Quinsberry Mug 'The Mitten' At the bottom of the mug, you can find the brand name and the movie title, along with a notice that the design is used with a license, so it's all legit.

Quinsberry Mug 'The Mitten' The mug is super easy to clean - just a soft cloth and some dish soap. I haven't used any abrasive materials or baking soda yet, but I do try to wash it as soon as possible to prevent any brown stains.

Quinsberry Mug 'The Mitten' I usually don't dry the mug; I just put it on the drying rack, and the drops evaporate on their own.
The mug dries really quickly, and there are no streaks or water spots left behind. The design doesn't fade or get scratched during washing. I even tried rubbing the design with a soft cloth and my fingernail, and nothing came off - it's all still looking great.

Quinsberry Mug 'The Hedgehog in the Fog' This mug is surprisingly light - it weighs in at 265 grams, which I weighed myself to confirm. The handle is thin, and the opening is nice and wide. I can easily get my whole palm in there, and it's comfortable to hold the mug by the handle with my whole hand, rather than just three fingers like some other mugs.

Quinsberry Mug 'The Hedgehog in the Fog' I was initially worried that the mug was too light and might be unstable. But it turns out it's actually really sturdy and won't tip over. Even if you do accidentally nudge it, the liquid won't spill out - it will just run down the sides. I've personally tested this by filling the mug to the brim and taking a sip to make sure I didn't spill anything.

The mug has a capacity of 380 ml, although the label says 420 ml. I measured it out with a measuring cup to be sure. If you fill it to the top with a bit of a lip, you might be able to get 420 ml in there.

The mug's spout is nice and wide, and the walls are thin, so it's easy to drink from. In the winter, when it's cold, this might actually be a drawback, but for the rest of the year, it's a plus.

Quinsberry Mug 'The Hedgehog in the Fog' I really love this Quinsberry mug - it's just a regular mug, but the design makes it special. The hedgehog from the cartoon is just so charming, carrying a jar of strawberry jam to his friend the bear.

What a coincidence that I bought strawberry ice cream with strawberry jam just by chance - my husband and I had a good laugh about it.

The mug is made really well, with no defects or runs in the glaze. Drinking from it is a pleasure, and it's a great pick-me-up when you're sitting next to a cup of coffee or tea. If the liquid is transparent, you can even see the design through it, like a reflection in a well.

This mug would make a great gift not just for loved ones, but for yourself too.

This series of 'Soyuzmultfilm' characters has a lot of different tableware, mugs, and plates, but this hedgehog design stands out from the rest and is often the most popular choice.

Enjoy your tea, and thanks for reading my review!