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Soyuz TM-24 (Soyuz Programme) Color Changing Mug 11oz

Soyuz TM-24 (Soyuz Programme) Color Changing Mug 11oz

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Soyuz TM-24 - Color Morphing Mug Design

This design is a photograph-style tribute to the 1996 Soyuz TM-24 mission, showing astronauts in spacesuits set against a spacecraft interior.

Visual Elements & Composition

White dominates the image, followed by deep black and a steel blue, with warm brown tones giving the scene its vintage cast. The crew sit in spacesuits within the cramped, instrument-lined cabin, so the eye moves between pale suits and dark equipment. Stencilled lettering reading FRANCE and SPACE sits within the frame, adding a sense of official documentation to the picture.

Meaning & Symbolism

Soyuz TM-24 launched on August 17, 1996, to carry a crew of three to the Mir space station. Its job was routine but vital: delivering new crew, running experiments, and keeping the station supplied. The flight carried Russian cosmonauts Valery Korzun and Alexander Kaleri alongside American astronaut Shannon Lucid, who was part of the NASA Shuttle-Mir collaboration. That partnership is the heart of the image. It celebrates a decade when American and Russian space programs worked together in orbit, well before the International Space Station became the main hub for that cooperation.

Designed for the Color Morphing Mug

A mug is turned in the hand and studied up close, so the image rewards a slow look. The design is faint when cold and comes forward as the mug warms, so the crew seems to surface from the cup as your coffee heats. Each morning, the tribute to shared effort across two nations appears as the drink is poured, making a small ritual out of a piece of space history.

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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.