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Interstate 94 (U.S. Highways) Black Coffee Mug

Interstate 94 (U.S. Highways) Black Coffee Mug

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Interstate 94 - Black Mug Design

This design takes the numerals of Interstate 94 and makes them the whole subject, set the way a highway sign presents a route to a driver passing at speed.

Visual Elements & Composition

The composition is built around the route marker itself. The number 94 is the dominant element, large and centred, with the shield-shaped outline of a highway sign framing it. Nothing competes with the numerals. The layout is plain and direct, so the eye lands on the designation first, the way it would on a sign above a lane. The artwork sits on the mug's black ground, so the light lettering reads as a sign at night, bright against a dark road.

Meaning & Symbolism

Interstate 94 is one of the major east-west corridors of the American interstate system, authorised under the Federal-Aid Highway Act of 1956. It runs from Montana through North Dakota, Minnesota, Wisconsin and Illinois to Michigan, linking the Great Plains with the Great Lakes region. The shield stands for that connection: a single marker that tells a driver they are on a continuous, long-haul route between distant places. The design treats the highway as an identity in its own right, the road rather than any one trip along it.

Made for the Morning Drive

A mug is held and turned in the hand, so the numerals pass in front of you as you lift it, much like a sign passing the windscreen. It suits the first cup before a long stretch of road, or the cup kept for the commute and the weekend run. The design rewards a quiet look between sips, and it fits the hand the way the route fits the map: one clear marker, carried from one place to the next.

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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.