# Reusable Ceramic Drinking Straws Bill and Ben Design's Designs are Imaginative and Adorable By Kalin Ned | Published 2018-08-03 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ceramic-drinking-straws References: [blog.etsy](http://www.blog.etsy.com/news/2018/reusable-straws-spiking-in-searches/) & [etsy](https://www.etsy.com/ca/shop/BillAndBenDesign?ref=l2-shopheader-name) UK-based [Etsy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sustainable-christmas-tree-alternative) shop Bill and Ben Design provides the eco-conscious consumer with an eclectic selection of ceramic drinking straws that are both functional and adorable in style. On one hand, the creative shop produces [minimalist designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minimalist-glassware) with a playful twist — the birch-patterned or the heart-embellished offerings, for example. On the other hand, the artisanal approach becomes widely imaginative when the ceramic drinking straws include a miniature sculpture of a snail or an ammonite. In addition, Bill and Ben Design offer a customizable option for their product that can ensure consumers never mix their drinking instruments up. Each straw is hand-rolled, decorated and coated in a protective clear glaze. Without a doubt, Bill and Ben Design have a creative affinity for sustainability. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.8/10 - Popularity: 78% | Activity: 89% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Ceramic Reusable Straws:** The trend towards sustainable, eco-friendly products presents an opportunity for ceramic artists and potters to create unique and lasting designs for functional purposes. - **Customizable Drinkware:** The rise of personalization in consumer products opens up an opportunity for branded customizable ceramic drinking straws as a promotional item or luxury gift. - **Functional Art Objects:** Combining function and art in everyday objects has been a growing trend in consumer design, and ceramic drinking straws are a perfect fit for this approach, creating unique collector pieces. ### Where This Applies - **Ceramics:** Ceramic artists and potters can focus on creating eco-friendly products, specifically drinking straws, that combine form and function for everyday and collector use. - **Promotional Products:** Brand marketers have an opportunity to tap into the trend of customizable drinkware by offering branded ceramic drinking straws as a promotional item or luxury gift. - **Sustainable Living Products:** With a rising focus on sustainable living, consumers are looking for eco-friendly products like reusable ceramic drinking straws, giving businesses an opportunity to reach this market with innovative designs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Compact Rollable Reusable Straws](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/boba-tribe.md) - [Innovative Ceramic Tableware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ceramic-tableware1.md) - [Eco-Friendly Ice Straw Molds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ice-straw.md) - [Playful Packaging-Inspired Vases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/strawberry-milk-vase.md) - [Reusable Drink-Stirring Straws](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/whiskee-straw.md) - [Adorable Ceramic Homeware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ceramic-homeware1.md) - [Dinosaur-Shaped Kitchenware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kawaii-ceramic-dinosaur-mug.md) - [Ceramic Waste Carafes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sungai-carafe.md) - [Sustainable Upcycled Glass Cups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hmm-design.md)