Cookie Dipping Mug Concept

Question: Why does this product not exist? Alas, the Cookie Dipping Mug is just a concept from designer ENTLO.1A and the inner child in me can’t stop gawking at this marvelous idea. Having said that, I see a few problems with this conceptual mug. First off all, cookies come in different sizes, from Chips Ahoy small to the monster sized cookies they charge an arm and a leg for at Starbucks. I’m sure that once you start increasing the size of your cookie, you’ll run into the same problem as you would if you were using a regular mug (only be able to dip a 5th of the cookie tip). Secondly, the cup is pretty darn ugly. Thirdly, there’s no handle so holding this thing will be pretty awkward.

So Cookie Dipping Mug, I say great idea but poor execution. I needed a Cookie Dipping Mug that 1. has a handle bar (so that I don’t look a 2 year old fumbling with his first cup), 2. is aesthetically pleasing, and 3. expands (somehow, not sure how) with the size of my cookie. Deliver a product that fulfills those three criteria and then we’ll talk.

Custom Silhouette Mugs

Now here’s a neat idea for your next custom mug! These silhouette mugs come to you courtesy of Etsy’s houseware designer, BrooklynRehab, and vector artist Miss Crowland. For a pricetag of $65 you get:

• 2 digital portraits (emailed to you), which you can choose to print in whatever way you see fit
  2 mugs (1 of each portrait)

All you need to do is send in a full sided portrait and Miss Crowland will do the rest. The digital image will be ready within 10 days and the mug no more than 7 days after that.

Buy the Custom Silhouette Mugs from BrooklynRehab for $65.

Unique Jug Thermos by Jorg Boner

This unique jug thermos from designer Jörg Boner falls under the I Want That category.

“Thermos is a coffee pot for people on the move. It carries two cups and is no bigger than fits comfortably into a bag. The elastic band that fixes the cups into place can be transformed into a handle in just one move, turning the thermos bottle into a coffee pot. The way in which it plays with both archetypes is characteristic of the product.”

It’s not unusual for a thermos to incorporate a cup into the cover but this one comes with two, making it the perfect companion to a rooftop coffee session with your significant other.

The product was designed for Nescafé. No word yet on availability or price.

Zipper Cup

The “zipper” on the Zipper Cup serves no real function. Its purpose is purely symbolic. The item is sold as a pair and although it functions no different from any other cup ,I do like the thought behind it. It might work well for people that use tea bags on a regular basis. The ceramic cups also come with matching coasters.

“A zipper is a unique device used around the world to typically join two sides of fabric, such as in clothing, bags and now…cups…well, not exactly. While the zipper cup does not function like an actual zipper, the zipper design is incorporated into another commonly used household product such as a cup. The intricate design mechanism of a zipper reflects the bonding and friendship of two people, which is why they are sold in pairs. Great for gifts to newly weds, friends, parents, anniversary etc.”

Buy the Zipper Cup from MollaSpace for $40.

Winestein Beer & Wine Mug

The Winestein Beer & Wine Mug could easily be considered the mullet equivalent of drinkware. It doesn’t really know what it wants to be so it takes advantage of both worlds. Works for me!

“You like sipping wine, but sometimes you’re just more comfortable with a mug in your mitt. Well this double-walled do-it-all lets you have it both ways. Elegant wine stem on the inside, manly beer stein on the outside, it’s a glass for all reasons. So pour yourself a nice measure of vino, grab it with gusto, thoughtfully inhale the bouquet, then toss it back.”

The Winestein Beer & Wine Mug holds 8 oz. and measures 6 inches tall x 3 1/2 inches in diameter.

Buy the Winestein Beer & Wine Mug from Perpetual Kid for $19.99.

Tea Spot Steeping Mug

Looking for a new way to steep your loose leaf tea quickly and efficiently? Well, you might consider this 16 oz. steeping mug from The Tea Spot. This three-piece steeping system allows you to brew loose leaves as easy you would a teabag. The large volume infuser allows ample room for tea to unfurl and release its flavor and aroma into the brew. The mug comes in four different colors.

• Handcrafted with high-quality, lead-free porcelain
• Lid doubles as a saucer for the used infuser
• Precision infuser steeps any tea with no drip/mess
• Bold colors that complement Loose Leaves tea tins
• Dishwasher and microwave safe
• Capacity: large 16 oz mug

Buy the Steeping Mug from The Tea Spot for $21.95.

Port-A-Pint Beer Glass

The Port-A-Pint Beer Glass rom Neatorama is the perfect accessory to bring to your next BYOB sanctioned event. If you’ve got to bring your own booze, why not bring your own pint? This portable, collapsible plastic beer glass features a built-in coaster and storage case. Built-in coaster! Do I need to mention more that it features a built-in coaster!

Buy the Port-A-Pint Beer Glass from Neatorama for $7.95.

Coffee Cup Power Inverter

ThinkGeek.com undoubtedly has cool stuff. And this Coffee Cup Power Inverter is indeed cool. This gadget perfectly converts your car’s DC power into two 120-volt AC outlets. And that means you can power up your DVD players, game consoles, cell phones, and other portable electronics in the comfort of your own car. The best part: it’s shaped like a cup so it fits nicely and snugly into your vehicles cup holder. It even features a USB charging port providing 500mA of power. Wow, Tim “The Tool Man” Taylor would be proud.

Buy the Coffee Cup Power Inverter from ThinkGeek.com for $29.99.

Tea Travel Mug by Tea Etc.

I love the look of these see-thru tea travel mugs by Teas Etc. They’ve got spunk! And you can show off and tell that the world that you prefer free leaf tea over tea bags!

You can pick up the Tea Travel Mug from Teas Etc. for $19.99.

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