Lemon Pitcher
Lemon pitchers in ceramic and glass with colorful details for table setting and serving.
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At Dims Studio, you’ll find lemon pitchers that add a splash of color to your table. Dinna has handpicked the quirkiest and most decorative pitchers in ceramic and glass, perfect for both serving and as eye-catching kitchen decor. Here, the lemon takes center stage – both in shape and as a motif.
Lemon Pitcher for Serving and Decoration
Use a lemon pitcher to serve water, lemonade, or juice. The colorful designs also work perfectly as vases for flowers or simply as decoration on a shelf. The pitchers come in both glossy glazed ceramic and mouth-blown glass.
Materials and Sizes
- Ceramic pitchers with hand-painted lemons and glazed surfaces
- Glass pitchers with lemon motifs or shaped like lemons
- Sizes ranging from approx. 15 cm to 25 cm in height
- Suitable for both cold and hot drinks
Brand Favorites Featuring Lemons
Among the selection, you’ll find lemon pitchers from Rice with their signature pastel colors, &Klevering’s quirky Dutch style, and Bongusta’s playful approach to table setting. Each pitcher has its own character and is carefully chosen to give your home a personal touch.
The Lemon Pitcher as a Statement Piece
A lemon pitcher is more than just a container – it’s a statement on the table or in the kitchen. Use it to create a summery vibe all year round, or give it as a gift to someone who appreciates color and quirky details in their decor.
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A lemon jug brings the colours of summer into the kitchen all year round. At Dims Studio you'll find a wide selection of lemon jugs in ceramic, stoneware and dolomite, from classic striped jugs by &Klevering to the vibrant Limone series from Creative Collection and hand-painted Italian jugs from Ceramiche F.L. Orgia. In this guide you'll get an overview of types, materials, sizes and brands, so you can find the lemon jug that suits your breakfast table, your garden or your next gift.
What is a lemon jug?
A lemon jug is a jug where the lemon recurs as a motif, either as an all-over print of lemons and leaves, as a shaped lemon on the handle or lid, or as the jug's own yellow colour. The motif is one of the most popular fruit decorations in ceramics and stoneware, because it adds a fresh, summery feel that still works all year round. Our selection ranges from plain milk and oil jugs with a discreet lemon print to colourful jugs where the lemon is the whole theme of the jug.
A lemon jug belongs to the wider family of fruit motifs in kitchen ceramics and pairs well with other products with lemons, such as bowls, dishes and vases, for a coordinated theme on the dining table.
Types of lemon jugs: milk, cream, oil and water
The lemon jugs in our selection are designed for different purposes in the kitchen, from milk and cream at the breakfast table to oil and vinegar for cooking.
Lemon milk jug
The milk jug is a breakfast table classic, and a lemon motif gives it an extra fresh look. The lemon milk jug from Caja Company comes in three sizes: small, medium and large, so you can choose the one that matches your household's needs. The jug is shaped with a soft, rounded handle and an all-over lemon pattern.
Lemon cream jug
A smaller cream jug is handy to have for coffee or tea. The Limone cream jug from Creative Collection is made in stoneware with a hand-painted lemon motif and a small, manageable size suited to the daily cup of coffee.
Lemon oil jug
An oil jug with a lemon motif is a natural choice for the kitchen, where it can stand out visibly by the stove. The oil jug with lemons from Caja Company is shaped in ceramic with a narrow spout that makes it easy to pour oil precisely, while the lemon print gives it a decorative look even when it's not in use.
Lemon water jug
The larger lemon jugs, such as the lemon jug in stoneware from &Klevering, work well as a water jug for the table or as a flower vase when they're not used for drinks. The wide opening makes them suited to both water and a smaller bouquet.
| Type | Examples | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Milk jug | Lemon milk jug, Caja Company (small, medium, large) | Milk and cream at the breakfast table |
| Cream jug | Limone cream jug, Creative Collection | Coffee and tea |
| Oil jug | Oil jug with lemons, Caja Company | Oil and vinegar for cooking |
| Water jug | Lemon jug in stoneware, &Klevering | Water and as a flower vase |
Materials: ceramic, stoneware and dolomite
Our lemon jugs are made in three different materials, each giving the jug its own look and finish.
Ceramic
Ceramic is the most common material among our lemon jugs. It is fired clay, often glazed, which gives a smooth surface that highlights the clear yellow and green colours of the lemon motif. The jugs from Caja Company, &Klevering and the Italian jugs from Ceramiche F.L. Orgia are all in ceramic.
Stoneware
Stoneware is fired at a higher temperature than ordinary ceramic and is therefore denser and more resistant to knocks. The Limone series from Creative Collection, which includes both a jug and a cream jug, as well as one of &Klevering's lemon jugs, are made in stoneware. This gives the jugs a slightly more earthy, handmade finish.
Dolomite
Dolomite is a type of ceramic material known for a light yet durable structure. The striped lemon jug from Kersten is made in dolomite and combines the lemon motif with a classic striped pattern for a slightly more graphic look.
How to care for your lemon jug
- Wash the jug by hand in lukewarm water with mild soap, unless stated otherwise on the product.
- Avoid sudden changes in temperature, as this can cause scratches or, in rare cases, cracks in the glaze.
- Dry the jug immediately after washing, so the glaze and the painted motif stay at their best.
- If the jug is used for oil, wipe the spout after use so it doesn't get sticky and attract dust.
Lemon jug in the kitchen, at the breakfast table and in the garden
A lemon jug can be used in several ways in and outside the kitchen, depending on size and motif.
At the breakfast table
The smaller and medium-sized jugs, such as the milk jug from Caja Company or the cream jug from Creative Collection, are perfect for milk, cream or juice at the breakfast table, where the lemon motif adds a fresh touch to everyday life.
By the stove
The oil jug with lemons can stand out by the stove as a permanent part of the kitchen's look, while also being practical to reach for while cooking. See also our other jugs if you want to add more jug types for the kitchen.
In the garden or on the terrace
The larger lemon jugs work well as a water jug for outdoor use in summer, or as a decorative vase with a single branch or bouquet on the garden table. Pair with lemon vases and lemon bowls and dishes for a coordinated theme.
As a gift
A lemon jug is an easily recognisable and colourful gift, suited to the host, the new homeowner, or anyone who loves a summery kitchen. The smaller jugs are easy to wrap, while the larger ones make a striking centrepiece in a gift basket.
The lemon motif: from classic print to shaped fruit
The lemon motif appears in several ways across our selection, and it's worth knowing the difference when choosing a jug.
Painted or printed motif
Most of the jugs, such as the milk jug from Caja Company and the jugs from Ceramiche F.L. Orgia, have a hand-painted or printed lemon motif on the surface of the jug itself, often complemented by green leaves and twigs. The motif runs all the way around the jug and appears as an all-over pattern.
Shaped lemon
On individual jugs, such as the Italian lemon jug, the lid or handle itself is shaped like a lemon or a leaf, which gives a more three-dimensional and tactile look than the flat print. This makes the jug an even clearer eye-catcher when displayed on the table.
Colour as motif
Some of the jugs, such as the yellow Limone jug from Creative Collection, use the yellow colour itself as the lemon motif, without an actual print of the fruit. This gives a more understated, yet still recognisable lemon theme that's easier to combine with other colours on the table.
How to style a lemon table
If the lemon jug is to be part of a coordinated summer theme, there are several tricks you can use. Pair the jug with white or neutral plates, so the yellow and green in the lemon motif gets to be the colour that catches the eye. A pair of lemon bowls or a dish in the same series ties the theme together, and a single branch with real lemon leaves or a bouquet in yellow and green shades further enhances the summery mood.
If you want to use the jug all year round, the lemon motif also works well outside summer, as long as you keep the rest of the table simple and let the jug be a small, fresh touch among neutral colours, for example in an otherwise white and natural-coloured kitchen.
Myths and facts about lemon jugs
- Myth: A lemon jug is only for summer. Fact: Set against neutral colours on the rest of the table, the lemon motif works well as a fresh touch all year round.
- Myth: All lemon jugs can be used for oil. Fact: Only jugs specifically shaped as oil jugs, with a narrow spout, are suited to pouring oil precisely.
- Myth: Hand-painted jugs can't go in the dishwasher, because the motif disappears immediately. Fact: The motif is usually fired into the glaze, but repeated dishwasher washes can wear on the colours over time, so hand washing keeps the jug's appearance at its best for longer.
Sizes: small, medium and large
Several of our lemon jugs come in different sizes, while others are only available in one format. This overview gives you a sense of what suits different needs.
| Size | Examples | Suits |
|---|---|---|
| Small | Small lemon jug, Caja Company; Limone cream jug | Cream and coffee, everyday use |
| Medium | Lemon milk jug, medium, Caja Company | Milk for the whole household |
| Large | Large lemon jug, Caja Company; lemon jug in stoneware, &Klevering; Italian lemon jug | Water, flowers and as an eye-catcher on the table |
The brands behind our lemon jugs
We've gathered lemon jugs from several brands, each contributing their own craftsmanship and style.
&Klevering
The Dutch brand &Klevering is behind several of our lemon jugs, in both ceramic and stoneware, with a large, clear lemon motif that makes the jug a standalone eye-catcher on the table.
Caja Company
Caja Company contributes the widest range of lemon jugs in our selection, from a small jug to a large milk jug in three sizes, plus an oil jug with a lemon motif. What they share is a lively, hand-painted look in clear colours.
Creative Collection
Creative Collection is behind the Limone series in stoneware, which includes both a jug and a cream jug. The series has a slightly more understated, earthy look than the other brands, thanks to the denser structure of stoneware.
Ceramiche F.L. Orgia
The Italian workshop Ceramiche F.L. Orgia makes hand-painted lemon jugs in ceramic with an authentic, southern European feel that suits a kitchen focused on craft and colour.
Kersten
Kersten is behind the striped lemon jug in dolomite, which combines the lemon motif with a classic striped pattern for a slightly more graphic look.
| Brand | Characteristics | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| &Klevering | Large, clear lemon motif | A striking eye-catcher on the table |
| Caja Company | Wide selection in several sizes | Breakfast table and cooking |
| Creative Collection | Earthy look in stoneware | A calmer, handmade look |
| Ceramiche F.L. Orgia | Italian hand-painted ceramics | An authentic, southern European feel |
| Kersten | Striped pattern in dolomite | A graphic, classic look |
The right lemon jug for your needs: decision guide
If you're still unsure which lemon jug to choose, you can base your decision on how it will be used.
| Situation | Our recommendation |
|---|---|
| You want a jug for milk at the breakfast table | The lemon milk jug from Caja Company in medium or small |
| You want a practical oil jug for the kitchen | The oil jug with lemons from Caja Company |
| You want a striking eye-catcher on the table | The large lemon jug in stoneware from &Klevering |
| You want a calm, earthy look | The Limone series from Creative Collection |
| You prefer a graphic, striped look | The striped lemon jug from Kersten |
| You need to give an easily recognisable gift | A small or medium lemon jug from Caja Company |
How to combine several lemon products
If you want to create a coordinated lemon theme on the dining table, you can combine the jug with bowls, dishes or vases with the same motif. Keep the colours in the same family, yellow, green and white, for a cohesive look, and let the jug be the natural centrepiece on the table while the other pieces support the theme.
Frequently asked questions about lemon jugs
What is a lemon jug?
A lemon jug is a jug with the lemon as a recurring motif, either as a print, a shaped detail or the colour of the jug. It's typically used for milk, cream, water or oil and adds a summery feel to the table at the same time.
Which material is best for a lemon jug?
It depends on the look you want. Ceramic gives clear, glossy colours that highlight the lemon motif, while stoneware gives a more earthy, handmade look. Dolomite sits in between and is often used for more graphic patterns such as stripes.
Can a lemon jug be used for hot drinks?
Most of our lemon jugs in ceramic and stoneware can handle hot drinks like coffee and tea, but always follow any usage instructions on the individual product.
Can lemon jugs be washed in the dishwasher?
We recommend washing lemon jugs by hand in lukewarm water with mild soap, unless stated otherwise on the individual product, so the painted motif and glaze stay at their best.
Which size lemon jug should I choose?
For everyday milk or cream, a small or medium jug, such as those from Caja Company, is enough. If the jug is to be used for water at a larger gathering, or as an eye-catcher on the table, a large jug, such as the one from &Klevering, is a better choice.
Can a lemon jug be used as a vase?
Yes, especially the larger jugs with a wide opening, such as the lemon jug in stoneware from &Klevering, work well as a vase for a single branch or a smaller bouquet.
What's the difference between a lemon jug and an ordinary milk jug?
An ordinary milk jug typically has a simple, single-colour design, while a lemon jug has the lemon as a recurring motif, either in print, shape or colour, making it a more decorative element on the table.
Does a lemon jug make a good gift?
Yes, a lemon jug is a colourful and easily recognisable gift, suited to the host or the new homeowner. The smaller jugs are easy to wrap, while the larger ones make a striking centrepiece in a gift basket.
Can an oil jug with a lemon motif be used for vinegar?
Yes, the oil jug with lemons from Caja Company can be used for both oil and vinegar, as long as the jug is cleaned thoroughly between different liquids.
Where do the lemon jugs come from?
Our lemon jugs come from several brands: &Klevering from the Netherlands, Caja Company and Creative Collection with their own series in ceramic and stoneware, the Italian workshop Ceramiche F.L. Orgia, and Kersten with the striped dolomite jug.
Can the lemon motif be combined with other fruit motifs?
Yes, the lemon motif is often combined with other yellow and green details, such as leaves and twigs, but it can also stand alone as the only fruit motif on an otherwise simple table, if you prefer a more understated look.
Are all lemon jugs hand-painted?
Most of our lemon jugs, particularly from Caja Company and Ceramiche F.L. Orgia, are hand-painted, which can create natural variations from jug to jug. A few series, such as the striped jug from Kersten, have a more uniform, industrially printed pattern.