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  • Canada - Quebec-Newfoundland (1980) (Map) Color Changing Mug 11oz - Go Mug Yourself
  • Canada - Quebec-Newfoundland (1980) (Map) Color Changing Mug 11oz - Go Mug Yourself
  • Canada - Quebec-Newfoundland (1980) (Map) Color Changing Mug 11oz - Go Mug Yourself
  • Canada - Quebec-Newfoundland (1980) (Map) Color Changing Mug 11oz - Go Mug Yourself
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Canada - Quebec-Newfoundland (1980) (Map) Color Changing Mug 11oz

Canada - Quebec-Newfoundland (1980) (Map) Color Changing Mug 11oz

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Canada - Quebec-Newfoundland (1980) - Color Morphing Mug Design

This design is a 1980 map of Canada that concentrates on Quebec and Newfoundland, the stretch of the country where the St. Lawrence meets the Atlantic.

Visual Elements & Composition

Coastlines, river systems and provincial boundaries carry the composition. The eastern provinces fill most of the frame, and the Gulf of St. Lawrence and the island of Newfoundland sit where the eye naturally lands. Place names are set in small cartographic lettering, spaced along the coast and inland, so the map reads as a document rather than a decoration. Fine linework does the work that colour might otherwise do, and the layout leaves generous margins of open water.

Meaning & Symbolism

A printed map from 1980 is a record of how a country was understood at that moment. The Quebec-Newfoundland view shows a region shaped by water: fishing ports, shipping lanes and the long northern approach to the sea. Maps of this kind were made to be consulted, unfolded on a kitchen table and traced with a finger, and that habit of looking for home in the lines is what the design keeps alive. It belongs to the tradition of souvenir cartography, where a place is held in the hand as a picture of itself.

Turning the Map in Hand

A mug is handled and turned, so this map is never seen all at once. Each rotation brings a different stretch of coastline around the curve, and the geography arrives in pieces, the way a journey does. The design also appears only as the cup warms: when a hot drink is poured in, the map surfaces from the cold surface, so the route seems to be drawn as the coffee goes in. It is a gift that reveals its subject slowly, which suits a map and a morning cup alike.

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Color-changing ceramic mugs with a glossy finish, black exterior, and white interior. Available in one size: 11 oz (≈330 ml). Heat-reactive coating reveals your custom design when filled with hot liquid. BPA- and lead-free, with a comfortable C-handle.

This mug brings a playful twist to the daily coffee or tea ritual. At room temperature, it looks like a simple black mug with a glossy finish. But add a hot beverage, and your chosen design fades into view, showing vivid colors against the white interior.

The ceramic body is durable enough for repeated use, while the C-shaped handle balances comfort and grip. Printing uses sublimation techniques that fuse color into the heat-reactive surface for crisp results when the design appears.

  • Material: ceramic with glossy black exterior and white interior.
  • Size: one standard size, 11 oz (≈330 ml).
  • Finish: glossy glaze with heat-sensitive surface.
  • Printing: sublimation process produces crisp, vibrant colors.
  • Safety: BPA-free and lead-free, suitable for everyday drinks.
  • Effect: design is faintly visible when cold, fully revealed when hot.

Perfect as a novelty gift or a fun personal mug, the heat-reactive design makes coffee breaks more engaging. It works well for morning coffee, afternoon tea, or hot chocolate.

  1. Daily routine: fill with any hot beverage to reveal your chosen artwork.
  2. Gifting: the “magic” reveal makes it a memorable present for birthdays, holidays, or office exchanges.
  3. Office use: sparks conversation while still being practical for everyday drinks.

Note: for best results, avoid designs that rely heavily on deep black backgrounds, as they may blend with the mug’s surface when cold.

Unlike standard mugs, color-changing mugs require gentler care to preserve the heat-reactive coating. Hand-wash only — avoid the dishwasher and abrasive scrubbers, which can damage the finish and reduce the effect.

The mug is safe for short microwave use when heating liquids, but repeated high-heat cycles may shorten the lifespan of the coating. Always allow the mug to cool before washing.

Available in one classic size: 11 oz (approximately 330 ml). It’s large enough for most standard coffee makers and fits comfortably in most cabinets.

Size guide

All measurements are product dimensions in inches.

11 oz
Height (in) 3.78
Diameter (in) 3.23
Diameter w/ handle (in) 4.76

Note: measurements are approximate; slight variations may occur due to manufacturing tolerances.