This is what I have been using lately:

A Marvy rubber shaving mug with Cella soap at the bottom. http://www.amazon.com/Marvy-Shaving-.../dp/B0001KBP9E

A warming pitcher with boiling water for dipping the brush before mixing the lather and between passes: Warming Pitcher | Serveware| Kitchen & Dining | World Market

An electric hot water pitcher to boil the water: Hamilton Beach 1-Liter Electric Tea Hot Water Kettle !! on eBay!

This makes the lather just right for me and toasty warm on my face.

I have and endorse the Becker and Ansgar scuttles as well, but lately have preferred the above-mentioned method.