# Tyrannosaurus Rex Teacups This Punny Dinosaur Mug is for Tea Drinkers Who Appreciate Word Play By Alyson Wyers | Published 2014-11-27 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dinosaur-mug References: [buzzfeed](http://www.buzzfeed.com/ailbhemalone/gifts-every-tea-lover-will-want-to-own) & [etsy](https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/192330311/tea-rex-mug-t-rex-dinosaur-mug-gift-for) If you love puns and drinking tea, this dinosaur mug is the one for you. Available from LennyMud on [Etsy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arcade-clock), the Tea-Rex mug features a black silhouette of a tyrannosaurus rex holding a cup. The handmade [teacup](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cuptone-teacup) has a lead-free glaze, is kiln-fired and made out of earthenware clay. The dishwasher and microwave safe coffee cup is one tea lovers will die for. The non-toxic and eco friendly dinosaur mug has a glossy white exterior and spring green interior. Intended for daily use, the word play (not to mention delicious, life-giving tea) will help you start your day on the right foot. Awesome enough to make all your other mugs go extinct, this cup makes a great gift too. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.8/10 - Popularity: 60% | Activity: 47% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Kitchen](https://www.trendhunter.com/kitchen) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Punny Word Play:** Opportunity to create products that incorporate clever word play for a fun and unique customer experience. - **Handmade and Eco-friendly:** Growing demand for handmade, eco-friendly products that are both visually appealing and sustainable. - **Personalized Mugs:** Customizable mugs that allow customers to express their individuality and make unique gifts. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Etsy Retail:** Etsy retailers can tap into the growing market for punny, handmade mugs and other personalized products. - **Ceramics and Pottery:** Ceramics and pottery industry can capitalize on the trend of eco-friendly and visually appealing mugs with clever word play. - **Gift and Novelty:** Gift and novelty retailers can offer unique and personalized mugs that appeal to customers looking for creative and memorable gifts. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Festive Tree-Inspired Mugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/christmas-tree-mugs.md) - [Grim Reaper Tea Infusers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grim-reaper.md) - [Grim Reaper Tea Infusers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grim-reaper-tea.md) - [Hidden Cat Kitchenware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cute-cat-coffee-cup.md) - [Utensil Holding Mugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1handmug.md) - [Sci-Fi Film Franchise Drinkware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/picard-tea-cup-set.md) - [Dinosaur-Inspired Planters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chiasaurus-rex-planter.md) - [Effortless Tea Brewing Cups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cuptone-teacup.md) - [Anthropomorphic Cup Plush Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amusesable-coffee.md)