# Priceless Presidential Defacing Holy Taco Shows Humorous Graffiti on American Currency By Jacqueline Parrish | Published 2009-10-09 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/defacing-dollars References: [holytaco](http://www.holytaco.com/25-hilarious-defaced-bills) & [en.wikipedia.org](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Money) It is painfully obvious that some people have both far too much time on their hands, and more money than brains; this is evidenced by the recent DIY entertainment that involves defacing dollars. The defacing dollars phenomenon involves taking a one dollar, five dollar or twenty dollar bill and drawing on it. The results can range from a Stormtrooper Abe Lincoln to George Washington as the ridiculously happy dancing banana. **Implications** - As consumers combat the effects of the [economic downturn](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dominos-moreflation), many of them are resorting to various diversions as a coping mechanism. Corporations can capitalize on this phenomenon by offering consumers [low-cost distractions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/punch-your-client) that will keep their minds off the recession and provide temporary, affordable joy. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.0/10 - Popularity: 84% | Activity: 59% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [DIY](https://www.trendhunter.com/diy) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **DIY Dollar Defacing:** Consumers are finding creative ways to pass the time during the pandemic, which presents opportunities for brands to offer low-cost diversions. - **Humorous Currency Art:** Graffiti and art on American currency is becoming a popular trend, opening up opportunities for artists and novelty gift retailers. - **Affordable Distractions:** As the economy remains uncertain, there is a growing demand for cheap and cheerful forms of entertainment that brands can tap into. ### Where This Applies - **Consumer Goods:** Consumer goods companies can create products such as DIY dollar defacing kits or novelty currency art prints for sale. - **Print-on-demand:** Print-on-demand companies can offer customized currency art prints and personalized currency designs for customers. - **Entertainment:** Entertainment companies can offer low-cost diversions, such as currency defacing competitions or currency art exhibits. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Snack Artwork Auctions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mischief-by-chester.md) - [Spoof Sparkling Water Cans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/can-of-art.md) - [Reverse Black Friday Sales](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cards-against-humanity-pays-you.md) - [Satirical Girl Scout Cookies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mschf-scout-cookies.md) - [High-Concept Brand Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/legitimate-you.md) - [Cheekily Creative Bookmarks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/illustrated-bookmarks.md) - [Vote-Encouraging Coin Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electoral-coins.md) - [Unexpectedly-Amusing Treats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/liquid-death-misfortune-cookies.md) - [Money-Inspired Footwear Collabs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-concepts-x-new-balance-1000.md)