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Grabby Salt Shakers

These Salt and Pepper Shakers Look Like Mannequin Arms

— December 11, 2013 — Art & Design
People who enjoy quirky kitchen accessories will appreciate these salt and pepper shakers, which are shaped like mannequin arms. These wooden shakers are actually called the 'Artist Manikin Handy Salt and Pepper Shakers.' It's not often that you reach for the pepper and have it reach back. This design is guaranteed to delight consumers with a sense of humor.

These shakers are ideal for artistic types, because they were designed to resemble mannequin arms used by illustrators to help draw arms. These shakers are kind of surreal, and are guaranteed to start some interesting conversations at the dinner table.

Dinner guests will definitely notice these handy seasoning accessories. These mannequin-style shakers will inspire consumers to start drawing.
Trend Themes
1. Quirky Kitchen Accessories - The trend of quirky kitchen accessories presents opportunities for disruptive innovation in the design and production of unique and humorous culinary tools.
2. Surreal Tableware - The demand for surreal tableware opens up opportunities to create unconventional and conversation-starting dining products that add a touch of whimsy to mealtime experiences.
3. Art-inspired Home Decor - The trend of art-inspired home decor provides a space for disruptive innovation in creating functional products, like these mannequin arm salt and pepper shakers, that blend creativity and utility.
Industry Implications
1. Kitchenware Industry - The kitchenware industry can leverage the trend of quirky kitchen accessories to introduce innovative and humorous culinary tools that appeal to consumers' sense of fun and style.
2. Homeware Industry - The homeware industry can tap into the demand for surreal tableware by designing and manufacturing unconventional dining products that create memorable and entertaining dining experiences.
3. Home Decor Industry - The home decor industry can explore the trend of art-inspired home decor and create functional home accessories, such as these mannequin arm shakers, that merge artistic elements with practicality.
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