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  • Canada - Saskatchewan & Manitoba (1979) (Map) Color Changing Mug 11oz - Go Mug Yourself
  • Canada - Saskatchewan & Manitoba (1979) (Map) Color Changing Mug 11oz - Go Mug Yourself
  • Canada - Saskatchewan & Manitoba (1979) (Map) Color Changing Mug 11oz - Go Mug Yourself
  • Canada - Saskatchewan & Manitoba (1979) (Map) Color Changing Mug 11oz - Go Mug Yourself
  • Canada - Saskatchewan & Manitoba (1979) (Map) Color Changing Mug 11oz - Go Mug Yourself
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Canada - Saskatchewan & Manitoba (1979) (Map) Color Changing Mug 11oz

Canada - Saskatchewan & Manitoba (1979) (Map) Color Changing Mug 11oz

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Canada - Saskatchewan & Manitoba (1979) - Color Morphing Mug Design

This design is a 1979 map of two neighbouring Canadian provinces, Saskatchewan and Manitoba, set across the full width of the wrap so the boundary between them becomes the spine of the picture.

Visual Elements & Composition

The map is built from lines rather than fills: province borders, the course of rivers and lakes, and the labelled place names that give the piece its cartographic character. The Saskatchewan and Manitoba border runs as a long, nearly straight meridian, so the composition has a strong vertical rhythm that pulls the eye around the curve of the cup. Title lettering sits within the design, and the two provinces take up most of the surface, with neighbouring territory fading toward the edges.

Meaning & Symbolism

A provincial map of this kind records how the prairies were divided and named. The straight boundaries reflect the survey grid laid across the West in the nineteenth century, when surveyors drew lines across open land rather than following landforms. Saskatchewan and Manitoba share that history: settlement, grain country and the long road of railways and towns that tied the interior to the rest of the country. A map dated 1979 captures the shape of the country as it stood in that year, a snapshot of geography that Canadians still read as home.

Reading the Map Around the Curve

A mug is turned in the hand as you drink, so the map is never seen all at once. Each slow rotation brings another stretch of border and coastline into view, the way a traveller moves across the prairies one town at a time. The design also has a second life: when a hot drink is poured in, the map surfaces from its quiet, faint state and reveals itself, which suits a piece of geography that rewards a closer look.

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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.