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Howdy from Camp Maxey Texas (Greeting Postcards) Black Coffee Mug

Howdy from Camp Maxey Texas (Greeting Postcards) Black Coffee Mug

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Howdy from Camp Maxey Texas - Black Mug Design

This design reproduces a vintage greeting postcard from Camp Maxey, Texas, a wartime training base, and it greets the viewer with a Western "Howdy" in red, blue and white.

Layout and Colour

The postcard is a single rectangle, and its scene fills almost all of it. Red and blue dominate, with smaller touches of yellow, white and black. Across the top, the words "Howdy from" lead into the bold capitals "CAMP MAXEY TEXAS," set in lettering that looks like a mid-century postcard's own sign. Below, soldiers march and train, a machine gun sits in the foreground, tents stand in rows, and an eagle and stars frame the scene. The publisher's mark, Curt Teich & Co., Inc., and the catalogue number 3B-H212 are printed in the corner, just as they would be on a real card.

What the Scene Stands For

Camp Maxey began in World War II as an infantry training camp, and later served the National Guard and other military needs. The postcard form matters here: these cards were sent home from the camp, so the cheerful "Howdy!" was a soldier's or a visitor's way of saying all is well to family far away. Pairing a Texas greeting with eagles and stars joins regional pride to national service, and the card survives today as both a keepsake and a small piece of military history.

Made for the Mug

A mug is turned in the hand rather than viewed head-on, so the postcard's rectangle wraps around the curve, and each turn reveals another piece of the camp, from the marching ranks to the tents. The greeting is what catches the eye first, which suits a cup you lift for a morning coffee or an evening cocoa. Give it to someone who keeps a little Texas history on the kitchen shelf, and let them discover the rest one sip at a time.

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Glossy black ceramic mugs in two practical sizes — 11 oz (≈330 ml) and 15 oz (≈440 ml). Comfortable C-handle, microwave- and dishwasher-safe, and manufactured to be lead- and BPA-free. Note: printed blacks may read slightly different from the mug’s base color.

These mugs are made from solid ceramic with a glossy glaze that gives a deep, even surface for printing. Sublimation printing embeds ink into the glaze so artwork sits smoothly on the mug rather than simply sitting on top — that means better resistance to fading and scratching during normal use.

They’re available in the classic 11-ounce size for everyday black coffee and tea, and a larger 15-ounce cup if you like extra room for milk, foam or a long pour. The C-shaped handle is wide enough for a secure grip and balances the mug well when full.

  • Material: 100% ceramic with a high-gloss finish for punchy, saturated results.
  • Sizes: 11 oz (≈330 ml) and 15 oz (≈440 ml) — choose your routine size.
  • Printing: sublimation process fuses color into the glaze for durable imagery.
  • Safety: lead- and BPA-free; meets common food-contact safety standards.
  • Design note: very dark artwork and the mug’s black base can produce subtle shade differences — add a thin lighter outline to ensure contrast if needed.

These mugs are at home in the kitchen, on the office desk, or tucked into a morning routine. They work for espresso shots, pour-overs, oat-milk lattes — you name it. The larger size is handy when you want a second cup’s worth without a refill.

  1. Daily use: fill with your preferred brew and sip — the mug handles hot liquids safely.
  2. Office-friendly: fits most standard mug warmers and sits securely on communal trays and kitchen counters.
  3. Gifting: packs well (wrap with a soft layer) and pairs nicely with coffee beans, tea tins, or a small box of biscuits.

Practical tip: for very dark designs, try a thin light border or a small margin so the artwork reads cleanly against the black ceramic.

These mugs are both microwave- and dishwasher-safe, but gentle habits extend the life of the print. We recommend dishwasher use on the top rack and milder cycles when possible.

Hand-washing is the friendliest option: warm water, mild dish soap, and a soft sponge. Avoid steel wool, harsh scouring pads, or blasting with extremely hot industrial cycles. And a quick reminder — don’t microwave an empty mug.

Two sizes: 11 oz (approx. 330 ml) and 15 oz (approx. 440 ml). The smaller cup is the familiar, everyday size; the larger one is for fuller pours and extra-creamy drinks.

Each mug’s mouth and height are proportioned so they’re easy to drink from and easy to clean. If you’re pairing with saucers or nesting in cabinets, expect the 15 oz to be slightly wider and taller than the 11 oz.

Size guide

All measurements are product dimensions in inches.

11 oz 15 oz
Height (in) 3.86 4.72
Diameter (in) 3.35 3.35
Diameter with handle (in) 4.72 5.12

Note: dimensions are nominal — small production tolerances may apply. If you need precise fitment (e.g., for nested storage or custom packaging), please allow a small margin.