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Soyuz TM-25 (Soyuz Programme) Color Changing Mug 11oz

Soyuz TM-25 (Soyuz Programme) Color Changing Mug 11oz

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Soyuz TM-25 - Color Morphing Mug Design

This design commemorates the Soyuz TM-25 mission, a 1997 Russian crewed flight that carried supplies and crew to the Mir space station.

Visual Elements & Composition

Green dominates the artwork, covering roughly three-fifths of the field, with white, gold, blue and red as accents. The composition sits inside an oval, a patch-like frame that gives the piece the look of a mission emblem. Within it, a space shuttle orbiter, stars and a curve of Earth's horizon are set in flat vector shapes. The Cyrillic word МИР, meaning "peace" and also the name of the station, appears alongside the crew names, including Tsiblиев, Lazutkin, Ewald and Linenger, along with mission markings.

Meaning & Symbolism

The emblem follows the heraldic conventions of Soviet and early post-Soviet mission patches, where crew names, station references and orbital imagery are arranged as a record of who flew and where. Launched on February 27, 1997, TM-25 kept a human presence aboard Mir during a decade when the station depended on Soyuz for crew rotation and emergency return. Its 184-day tenure included experiments in materials science, medicine and Earth observation, work that helped set the routines later carried into the International Space Station era.

Designed to Be Turned in the Hand

A mug is held and rotated, so the emblem reads in pieces as the cup moves. The oval frame fits the curve of the body, and the crew names sit where the eye lands as the mug is lifted. The design is faint when the mug is cold and comes into focus once a hot drink is poured in, so the patch is revealed through the morning ritual of making and holding a drink.

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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.