New grandpa gifts - saluting grandpa in an officer's cap and uniform with Promoted to Grandpa printed on a white ceramic mug

Promoted to Grandpa design - retro cartoon grandpa with a white moustache in uniform giving a salute, one of our new grandpa gifts

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New Grandpa Gifts – Promoted to Grandpa Mug

Name: New Grandpa Gifts – Promoted to Grandpa Mug
SKU: grandpa04
Price: 22.00 AUD
Availability: InStock

$22.00

After years of loyal service as Dad, the big promotion has come through. Of all the new grandpa gifts out there, this is the one that makes it official, salute and all.

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He taught the kids to ride a bike, sat through every school concert and survived the learner driver years, and these new grandpa gifts honour his service. Now the big promotion has finally come through: he is Grandpa.

This is one of those new grandpa gifts that turns happy news into a big grin. It is ideal for announcing a pregnancy, celebrating a first grandchild or welcoming the newest recruit.

Hand it over, wait for him to read it twice, and get ready for the biggest hug of the year.

New grandpa gifts with a proud salute

The joke is a simple one. Dad is a tough job, and Grandpa is the well-earned reward. He gets the fun, the cuddles and the bragging rights, and he gets to hand the baby back when it starts to cry.

As a pregnancy announcement, it is hard to beat. Plenty of blokes need a moment to work it out, which makes the moment even better. Have your phone ready to film it.

If the baby is already here, it is a lovely first gift from the newest member of the family to their grandpa.

The retro salute design

The artwork is drawn in a fun 1950s cartoon style. A cheerful grandpa with a white moustache and round glasses wears a navy officer’s cap with a gold badge and a cream uniform with gold epaulettes.

He gives a crisp salute, with a baby rattle pinned proudly to his chest like a medal of honour. PROMOTED TO is written on a gold ribbon banner above him, and GRANDPA sits below in big, bold navy letters.

It looks like a vintage recruitment poster for the best job in the family.

Standard issue specs

A glossy white ceramic mug that keeps the navy and gold crisp
Fits 11oz of his morning brew, about 325mL
Hand-printed in Australia using sublimation printing
Approved for the dishwasher and microwave

Occasions that call for a promotion

Pregnancy announcement: The news he will never forget
First grandchild: A keepsake for his very first day in the role
Father’s Day: His first one as a grandpa deserves a salute
Baby shower: A gift for the grandpa-to-be, too
Grandparents Day: A proud nod to his new rank

How to stage the big reveal

If you are breaking the news with this mug, try making him a drink in it without a word. Then wait. Some grandpas spot it straight away, others take a few sips before the penny drops.

You could also hide it inside a box of his favourite biscuits, or pair it with the matching grandma mug so both grandparents open their gifts together.

Either way, keep the camera rolling. The moment a bloke realises he is going to be a grandpa is one the whole family will want to watch again.

Promoting both grandparents? The matching Promoted to Grandma mug has the same retro look. Browse all our grandpa mugs for more.

Got questions?

Promoted to Grandpa mug: your questions answered

About this mug

Can I use this mug to announce a pregnancy?

Yes, it's a great way to share the news. Give it to your dad, let him read it, and watch the penny drop. It's just as good as a keepsake once the baby arrives.

What does the design look like?

A smiling grandpa with a white moustache and glasses wears a navy officer's cap and a cream uniform with gold epaulettes, giving a proud salute. PROMOTED TO sits on a gold ribbon banner above him, with GRANDPA in big navy letters below.

Is there a matching grandma version?

Yes. The Promoted to Grandma mug has the same retro style with a saluting grandma. Find it in our grandma mugs.

Delivery and care

Do you deliver across Australia?

Yes, to every state and territory by Australia Post, and shipping is free when you order 2 or more items. We only ship within Australia.

How is the design printed, and will it last?

Every mug is hand-printed in Australia using sublimation printing on an 11oz ceramic mug. We like to be upfront: like every sublimation print, the colours will gradually soften with use and washing. It is made for everyday drinking, and a favourite mug that has worn in a little is part of its charm.

How do I look after it?

The sublimation print is dishwasher safe, so you can load it up with the rest of the kitchen. To keep the colours looking fresh for longer, a hand wash with a soft sponge is kinder than a scourer.