Hand-drawn hometown collection
A hand-drawn celebration of Cambridge, available exclusively at Monigram Coffee.
15 oz ceramic mugMicrowave safeDishwasher safe
Community
Cambridge is shaped by the Grand River and the remarkable architecture of its historic communities. From the Main Street Bridge and Old Post Office to the Cambridge Mill and Gaslight District, the city offers residents and visitors a beautiful blend of heritage, creativity, and everyday community life.
The collaboration
Our family’s connection to Cambridge began through church and friends who partnered with us in ministry. We developed deep friendships there and also visited Cambridge for pastors’ conferences and opportunities to connect with other pastors in the region.
While visiting friends, we stopped at Monigram Coffee Roasters and immediately loved the shop. Cambridge is such a beautiful city that the idea of a mug celebrating it felt natural. I began assembling the design, then reached out to Monica at Monigram to collaborate and refine the details.
It has been great working with both Monica and Lex. The finished mug came together beautifully, and the way the Cambridge community has received it has been incredibly encouraging.
Drawn by hand
This behind-the-scenes photograph from The Cambridge Mug’s original Facebook launch shows Ashley drawing the Cambridge artwork by hand, including Riverside Park.
The story behind the mug
Inside the illustration
The river winds through Cambridge and ties together its historic communities.
The arched bridge frames one of the most recognizable views of downtown Galt.
Stone buildings and church spires give the downtown its distinctive architectural character.
The restored riverside mill represents the city’s industrial history and new gathering spaces.
The landmark building now brings reading, creativity, and community activity to the riverfront.
The transformed foundry site reflects Cambridge’s blend of heritage and renewed public space.
Journal · Behind the drawing
A mug shaped by church friendships and a local coffee roaster in Cambridge, Ontario.
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