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Soyuz TM-17 (Soyuz Programme) Color Changing Mug 11oz

Soyuz TM-17 (Soyuz Programme) Color Changing Mug 11oz

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Soyuz TM-17 - Color Morphing Mug Design

This design is a flat vector mission badge for Soyuz TM-17, the 1993 crewed flight to the Mir space station, drawn in the bold, clean style of its era.

Visual Elements & Composition

A circular badge organises the whole piece. Deep blue fills most of the field, with lighter sky blue behind it, so the scene reads as orbit against open space. Green, red and yellow appear in smaller amounts as accents. The Soyuz spacecraft and the Mir station sit within the badge, with four-pointed stars scattered across the background. Lettering runs around and through the composition: СОЮЗ-ТМ-17, ОК-МИР, ЭО-14 and the year 1993, along with the names of the three crew members, Tsibliyev, Serebrov and Haigneré.

Meaning & Symbolism

Mission patches like this one were the visual shorthand of Soviet spaceflight. Each crew carried its own emblem, and the badge named the mission, the expedition and the people who flew it. The Mir station, a long-running orbital laboratory, stands for the years when Soviet and international crews kept a permanent presence in orbit. The stars and circular frame place the mission within the broader story of cosmonautics, a programme that set many of the early records in human spaceflight.

Made for the Hand and the Morning Ritual

A mug is turned slowly in the hand, so the badge is seen in full each time it is lifted, one side at a time. The circular emblem suits a cup's round body, and the mission details are placed where they are read during a quiet moment. Pour in something hot and the artwork comes forward, so the mission badge only fully appears as the drink warms the surface, a small reveal that fits the spirit of a mission patch unveiled once the crew is in orbit.

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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.