# Geeky Droid Teapots The R2-D2 Ceramic Teapot is Inspired by the Legendary Star Wars Robot By Malika Renee Butss | Published 2015-11-06 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-wars-robot References: [chiclaunches](http://chiclaunches.com/star-wars-r2-d2-teapot/) & [thinkgeek](http://www.thinkgeek.com/product/iqhq/) R2-D2 is the iconic Star Wars robot most often recognized for his white and blue color palette. Now sci-fi fans can incorporate the beloved droid into their teatime with this [geeky ceramic teapot](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tea-for-two-collection). The officially licensed R2-D2 teapot is a ThinkGeek exclusive all [Star Wars fans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-wars-tray) can enjoy. The teapot is made of the highest quality ceramic and designed to look like the iconic droid's head. This dishwasher-safe teapot can hold up to 36 oz of tea while weighing 30z and measuring to be 6 1/2" tall x 5 1/2" diameter. This amazing teapot can be used at a Jedi tea party or seated among other collectibles that honor the [astromech Star Wars robot](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-wars-tamagotchi). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.3/10 - Popularity: 53% | Activity: 68% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Kitchen](https://www.trendhunter.com/kitchen) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Sci-fi Themed Home Accessories:** Opportunity for businesses to create a line of geeky teapots and other home accessories inspired by iconic characters from sci-fi movies and TV shows. - **Character Licensing in Home Decor:** Opportunity for businesses to collaborate with popular franchises and create licensed products like teapots that appeal to fans of iconic characters. - **Nostalgic Pop Culture Collectibles:** Opportunity for businesses to tap into the market of collectors and fans by creating unique and nostalgic collectible items like the R2-D2 teapot. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Home Decor:** The home decor industry can explore new product lines with sci-fi themes and licensed character designs to appeal to niche consumer segments. - **Entertainment Merchandise:** Opportunity for companies in the entertainment merchandise industry to expand their product range and collaborate with franchises to create licensed products inspired by iconic characters. - **Pop Culture Collectibles:** The pop culture collectibles industry can capitalize on fan nostalgia by creating unique and exclusive items that pay homage to beloved characters and moments from popular movies and TV shows. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Galactic Robot-Inspired Puzzle Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-r2d2.md) - [Anime-Inspired Kitchen Appliances](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/psyduck-teapot.md) - [Sci-Fi Film Franchise Drinkware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/picard-tea-cup-set.md) - [Sci-Fi-Branded Special-Edition Earbuds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audio-technica-r2-d2.md) - [Playful Teapot Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/teapot-design1.md) - [Real Life Cinematic Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/g1t4m1n1-droid.md) - [High-End Ceramic Japanese Teapots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/japanese-drinkware.md) - [Sci-Fi Show Drinking Vessels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/corkcicle-x-star-wars.md) - [Automated Extraction Teapots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reedesigned-teapot.md)