# Cutesy Banks The 'Piggy Bank Puzzle' Lets You Keep Your Money Safe By Annie Ho | Published 2010-08-20 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/piggy-bank-puzzle References: [geekstuff4u](http://www.geekstuff4u.com/disney-piggy-bank-puzzle-3d.html#answer1) & [disney.go](http://disney.go.com/index) While most puzzles may be 2D, the 'Piggy Bank Puzzle' is one that comes complete with three full dimensions once finished. The kit comes in [48 pieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/intricate-jigsaw-puzzle) that you use to build your very own piggy bank. There are different designs for the Piggy Bank Puzzle: Mickey and Minnie Mouse, [Hello Kitty](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hello-kitty-rubiks) and Neon Genesis Evangelion. **Implications** - Children may be hard to please at times, but a little thought going into product design for kids may take them a long way. The featured piggy bank doubles as a toy which makes the item more valuable to a child. Not only can they store money in it, but they can also build a puzzle, which helps to build up their fine motor skills. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.5/10 - Popularity: 1% | Activity: 7% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Youth](https://www.trendhunter.com/youth) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **3D Puzzles for Kids:** Creating 3D puzzles for kids that double as functional items, like piggy banks, offers a unique and engaging play experience. - **Character-themed Piggy Banks:** Designing piggy banks with popular character themes, such as Mickey Mouse and Hello Kitty, adds an element of personalization and appeal for children. - **Combining Play and Learning:** Integrating educational elements, like building puzzles, into toys and products for kids helps foster skill development while keeping them engaged. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Toy Manufacturing:** Toy manufacturers can explore the creation of 3D puzzles that serve dual purposes, such as functioning as piggy banks, to capture the attention of children. - **Character Licensing:** Companies specializing in character licensing can collaborate with banks to create character-themed piggy banks, expanding their product offerings for children. - **Educational Products:** Educational product companies can incorporate puzzle-building components into their product lines to provide interactive learning experiences for children. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Digital Currency Piggy Banks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-piggy-bank-concept.md) - [Paper-Made Piggy Banks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/metallic-piggy-bank.md) - [Wishing Well-Inspired Coin Banks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coin-bank-concept.md) - [DIY Wooden Pinball Puzzles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3d-wooden-puzzle.md) - [Screen-Free 3D Building Puzzles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3d-building-puzzle.md) - [Giftable Cake Puzzles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cake-puzzle.md) - [Dog-Themed Puzzles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dogthemed-puzzle.md) - [Puzzle-Inspired Kids Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/palipeli.md) - [Jigsaw Puzzle-Inspired Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/puzzle-shelf.md)