# Adorable Critter Cups These DIY Animal Mugs Will Make Drinking Beverages Much More Fun By Tana Makmanee | Published 2014-02-11 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diy-animal-mugs References: [whimsydarling](http://whimsydarling.com/diy-animal-mugs/) Anyone looking to make their [morning coffee or tea ritual](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tea-for-two-collection) more entertaining should look no further, because these DIY Animal Mugs are offering individuals the chance to customize their cups with adorable critter features. One of the best ways to distinguish between cups, especially in a big household, is by customizing your mug with distinct designs and personalized features. This DIY activity is perfect for any animal lover looking to infuse some quirky critter accents through their home or kitchen decor. Simply requiring some [plain white cups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pinch-hold) and permanent markers, this DIY activity is a great way to add humor and playfulness to an otherwise simple routine. Featured on the site 'Whimsy Darling,' these DIY Animal Mugs will definitely have animal enthusiasts itching to customize one of these cups for themselves. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.0/10 - Popularity: 65% | Activity: 17% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **DIY Customization:** Opportunities for businesses to create DIY customization products. - **Personalized Home Decor:** Innovative opportunities for businesses to develop personalized home decor products. - **Playful Design:** Opportunities for businesses to create playful and quirky designs on their products. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Home Goods:** Home goods industry can offer personalized and customized products to increase sales. - **Gifts and Novelty Items:** Gifts and novelty items industry can offer quirky items like DIY animal mugs that appeal to consumers. - **Crafts and Hobbies:** Crafts and hobbies industry can provide essential materials for DIY customization projects. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Dinosaur-Shaped Kitchenware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kawaii-ceramic-dinosaur-mug.md) - [Festive Tree-Inspired Mugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/christmas-tree-mugs.md) - [Anthropomorphic Cup Plush Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amusesable-coffee.md) - [Artful Pet Bowl-Matching Mugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/helen-levi.md) - [Canadian Animal-Themed Kitchenware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/our-animals-maple-syrup-jar.md) - [Uniquely Shaped Drinkware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heart-doublewall-latte-mugs.md) - [Modular Porcelain Cups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/corcelain.md) - [Utensil Holding Mugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1handmug.md) - [Playful Coffee Merch Collabs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/starbucks-x-mofusand.md)