# Seasoned Pontiffs The Pope Salt 'n' Pepper Shakers are Probably the Best Invention Ever By Robyn Currie | Published 2009-12-26 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pope-salt-n-pepper-shakers References: [etsy](http://www.etsy.com/shop/modernfx) In honor of H.H. Pope Benedict getting tackled like he was heading for a touchdown, I thought it was fitting to write about these Pope salt ’n' pepper shakers, a fun and ecumenical way to create [great food](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maldon-salt-gift-set). Basically there are two shakers, both shaped to look like the Pope. But one appears to be in blackface, which is a little weird (and potentially offensive). Anyway, I think the Pope salt ’n' pepper shakers are the perfect gift for the person you don’t really care about. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.9/10 - Popularity: 9% | Activity: 11% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Home](https://www.trendhunter.com/home) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Pope Shaker Collectibles:** The trend of creating novelty salt and pepper shakers in the shape of religious figures, such as the Pope, presents opportunities for collectors and gift retailers. - **Ecumenical Kitchenware:** The trend of creating religious-themed kitchenware, like the Pope salt and pepper shakers, opens up possibilities for niche market products targeting religious individuals and communities. - **Controversial Kitchen Decor:** The trend of producing kitchen decor items that push the boundaries of taste and potentially offend some people, like the Pope salt and pepper shakers, highlights the demand for provocative and attention-grabbing products. ### Who This Affects Most - **Novelty Collectibles:** The novelty collectibles industry can explore the creation of unique and unconventional salt and pepper shakers, appealing to collectors and gift enthusiasts. - **Religious Merchandise:** The religious merchandise industry can develop a range of religious-themed kitchenware, catering to individuals seeking to incorporate their faith into everyday life. - **Controversial Home Decor:** The home decor industry can experiment with controversial and unconventional designs, targeting consumers who appreciate edgy and thought-provoking products for their homes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Pizza Seasoning Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/collectible-seasoning-duet-box-set.md) - [Premium Peppercorn Seasonings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/premium-peppercorn.md) - [MSG Shaker Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shaker-sets.md) - [Premium Salt Gift Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/salt-gift-pack.md) - [Dual Spice Shaker Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stui.md) - [Functional Table Seasonings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/table-seasonings.md) - [Extra-Spicy Hot Pepper Grinders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/extreme-hot-pepper-grinder-set.md) - [Spicy Coarse Salts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-salt.md) - [Chef-Created Salt Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/osmo-x-carbone.md)