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Enticing Ghoulish Condiments

Use the Eyeball Salt and Pepper Shakers to Spice Up a Meal

— August 18, 2011 — Lifestyle
Condiments usually come in boring containers, but the Eyeball Salt and Pepper Shakers definitely adds some fun back to spicing up your meal.

Looking like a prop from a horror movie, these eyeballs will definitely grab your attention at the dinner table. The Eyeball Salt and Pepper Shakers will make cooking more of a fun event rather than a chore. If you're not up for using these on a regular basis, get them out during Halloween for some festive action.

Everyone uses salt and pepper, which is exactly why these shakers will, without a doubt, liven up any meal.

Implications - Modern society poses so many stresses on its citizens that consumers are looking for stress relief from their products. Items that offer function with entertainment appeal to shoppers who desire some humor while completing tasks. Integrating whimsy with everyday designs could help a company increase its level of revenue.
Trend Themes
1. Whimsical Condiments - Consumers are seeking stress relief through products with an element of entertainment, creating opportunities for companies to integrate humor and whimsy into everyday designs.
2. Holiday-themed Tableware - Seasonal designs like the Eyeball Salt and Pepper Shakers create opportunities for companies to offer festive tableware and decorations for key holidays and celebrations.
3. Novelty Kitchen Accessories - The popularity of unique and playful kitchen gadgets could spark innovation in new novelty items that combine function with entertainment for everyday tasks like cooking and dining.
Industry Implications
1. Home Goods - Companies that specialize in home goods could expand their offerings to include novelty kitchen accessories and holiday-themed tableware to keep up with the consumer demand for playful designs.
2. Event Planning - Event planners and caterers could capitalize on the popularity of festive tableware by incorporating playful designs like the Eyeball Salt and Pepper Shakers into their party décor for Halloween and other occasions.
3. Gourmet Food - Gourmet food companies that specialize in artisanal salts and seasonings could collaborate with designers to create unique and whimsical packaging that enhances the dining experience for consumers.
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