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Customizable Long Distance Mugs

The State Heart Mugs are Perfect for Long Distance Relationships

— August 21, 2013 — Art & Design
For those struggling through the throws of long distance relationships, Etsy shop owner 'GreySkiesBlue' created these darling couples mugs to help you cope. The State Heart Mugs depict the different states each couple is in and connects the mugs with a symbolic dotted line.

The State Heart Mugs are made from two handmade white ceramic mugs. Consumers can send in to 'GreySkiesBlue' the location of them and their loved one and she will paint the two different states on either mug in elegant black paint. Each state is then finished with a tiny red heart and a dotted line that connects over the two mugs joining the hearts. The State Heart Mugs are an extremely cute way to stay connected and every time you and a loved one drink from them, you'll think of each other.

Trend Themes
1. Long Distance Relationship Gifts - There is potential for other customizable gift ideas for those in long distance relationships.
2. Handmade Customizable Mug Trend - There is potential for a trend in handmade mugs with customizable designs across multiple industries beyond long distance relationships.
3. Symbolic Dotted Line Trend - There is potential for a trend in symbolic dotted lines or shapes connecting disparate objects or people, particularly in giftware industries.
Industry Implications
1. Giftware Industry - There is opportunity for other giftware products that can be customized to suit a customer's specific preferences, particularly in the long distance relationship market.
2. Ceramics Industry - There is potential for other ceramics products that can be handcrafted with customized designs, particularly in the giftware market.
3. E-commerce Industry - There is potential for further development of e-commerce platforms that allow customers to easily customize their purchases for giftware items, with potential for niche markets like long distance relationships.
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