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  • USA - Washington, Tourist (1964) (Map) Color Changing Mug 11oz - Go Mug Yourself
  • USA - Washington, Tourist (1964) (Map) Color Changing Mug 11oz - Go Mug Yourself
  • USA - Washington, Tourist (1964) (Map) Color Changing Mug 11oz - Go Mug Yourself
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USA - Washington, Tourist (1964) (Map) Color Changing Mug 11oz

USA - Washington, Tourist (1964) (Map) Color Changing Mug 11oz

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USA - Washington, Tourist (1964) - Color Morphing Mug Design

This design takes a 1964 tourist map of Washington state and turns it into a mug that reveals itself as it warms.

Visual Elements & Composition

The map fills the wraparound surface, so the state's outline and the lettering of its towns and routes read as one continuous layout rather than a framed picture. The map's printed details are what the eye lands on first, and they carry the design's character: a flat, informational cartography built for a traveller holding it open on a car seat. When the mug is cold the artwork is only faintly visible, and when a hot drink goes in, the map comes up in full.

Meaning & Symbolism

Tourist maps from the mid-1960s were made to help visitors find their way, marking highways, parks and points of interest for anyone exploring a region for the first time. This one records how Washington presented itself to travellers in 1964, a moment when the road trip was the main way to see the state. Set on a mug, that original purpose of guiding someone somewhere becomes a reminder of the journeys people took before the map was folded away.

Designed for the Hands and the Morning Cup

A mug is turned slowly in the hand, so the map is seen in pieces as the cup rotates, with the C-shaped handle sitting on one side of the view. Each sip is taken with the map in front of the eye, and the reveal happens while the coffee or tea is still hot, so the design appears as the drink is poured. The artwork rewards a second look on each refill, which suits a mug that gets used every morning.

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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.