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100 Uses for a Coffee Mug
e made a questionnaire to contribute to a list of creative uses for a simple coffee mug. We had quite a list already, but some of the submissions were surprising. We thought the first draft of 29 was pretty good, but we ended up with a lot more. . .
- It's reusable packaging for any product that will fit inside (reuse as a coffee mug or desk caddy).
- It's a memo (imprint with important company dates, announcements, etc.).
- It's a shirt box (stuff with an imprinted T-shirt).
- It's a computer disk case (insert a mini-CD or DVD, or shrink-wrap to the bottom).
- It's a planter (put a layer of small rock or gravel in the bottom first for drainage).
- It's a candle (these are available in the industry).
- It's a calendar (imprint a calendar on one side, company message on the other).
- It's a desk caddy (fill with imprinted pens, pencils, small ruler, letter opener, etc.).
- It's a candy dispenser (fill with candy. . . duh!).
- It's a unique invitation (imprint invitation on side - another twist: require that they bring the invitation with them to the event)
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- It's a presentation container (insert client's product).
- It's an award (imprint with achievement - consider gold imprint).
- It's an enhancer (adds perceived value to whatever you put inside).
- It's a thank-you gift (wrap in cellophane and clinch with a ribbon at the top).
- It's a tool box (insert mini-screwdrivers, mini-flashlight, tape measure, etc.).
- It's a first-aid kit (insert bandages, headache medicine, etc.).
- It's a hangover kit (insert headache medicine, ear plugs, phone number for AA, etc.).
- It's a watch case (insert imprinted wristwatch).
- It's a coaster set (insert cork or disposable coasters).
- It's a cold-recovery kit, AKA "get yourself back to work" kit (imprint with good wishes, fill with chicken soup mix, a thermometer, cold medicine, etc.).
- It's a wedding favor (fill with birdseed to send off the bridal couple).
- It's a business card (imprint with a business card on side -- sure to be remembered).
- It's a sewing kit (insert sewing supplies).
- It's a coin catcher (insert coin rollers -- great alternative to the old piggy bank).
- It's a holiday greeting card (imprint with sentiment of choice).
- It's a frequent shopper card (imprint with offer on side, redeemed with every visit - a funny twist: "refills free with coffee purchase").
- It's a commemorative souvenir (imprint with event info or picture).
- It's a fundraiser (imprint with worthy cause info -- then sell it).
- It's a premium (insert product or attach to product as an added premium with purchase).
- It's a hardware storage container (nuts/bolts).
- It's a sugar packet dispenser.
- It's a soup bowl (insert cup-o-soup packet and spoon).
- It's a political statement (imprint with candidate photo and info).
- It's a history lesson (imprint with historical dates/info).
- It's a recipe card (imprint with recipe - great for unique restaurant).
- It's a picket sign (imprint with union message, etc.).
- It's an anti-smoking aid (imprint with Surgeon General warnings).
- It's a paper clip dispenser (fill with unique paper clip).
- It's a reminder ("Change the batteries in your smoke detectors when Daylight Savings Time changes.").
- It's a company brochure (imprint with company info, mission statement, etc.).
- It's a map (imprint a map on it).
- It's a mini-blueprint (imprint with floor plan - what a great idea for a home builder!).
- It's a written guarantee (no fine print here - "We're proud to display our guarantee").
- It's a "warm fuzzy" (insert hot chocolate packet).
- It's a motivator (imprint with compliment such as "Top Achiever" - assign to different person in office each week).
- It's a safety program reinforcer (imprint with safety protocols).
- It's an instruction manual (no excuse for not following instructions).
- It's a scavenger hunt game (imprint with list of items to find).
- It's an operation manual (can be fun or serious).
- It's a company policy manual (excellent reinforcement).
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- It's a prize (imprint with illustration of game, such as a basketball going into the hoop "Score!").
- It's a clue (imprint on bottom of mug).
- It's a token ("Return for __________").
- It's a checklist (imprint with checklist).
- It's an announcement (imprint with announcement of achieved goal, expansion, etc.).
- It's an exclusive pass (only those bearing this mug can gain entry into the elite section).
- It's an inspiration (imprint with scripture or quote).
- It's an agenda ("These are the items we need to discuss in this meeting.").
- It's an old-style shaving mug (insert bar of soap and brush).
- It's a status symbol (given in exchange for major purchase or contribution).
- It's a desktop basketball goal (add cardboard backboard - another imprint area!).
- It's a dessert dish (order this dessert at restaurant - get to keep the mug!).
- It's a delineator (decaf drinkers get green mug, those drinking regular get the red mug).
- It's a business card dispenser.
- It's a "share a penny" container (next to the cash register).
- It's a toothpick dispenser.
- It's a tip collector.
- It's a billboard (imprint with a dozen or more small block advertisements - use at favorite local breakfast diner).
- It's a barbeque kit (insert basting brush, combine with sauce).
- It's a theft deterrent device ("This mug stolen from. . .").
- It's a membership card (coffee club, change mug color each year).
- It's a name badge (personalize imprint).
- It's a cheat sheet (imprint with math formulas).
- It's a phone book (imprint with list of important company phone numbers and/or extensions).
- It's a soap dish (insert a bar of soap).
- It's a written warranty (this one will not be lost or misplaced).
- It's a measuring cup (imprint with scale on inside or outside).
- It's an initiator (imprint with "step one, step two, etc.").
- It's a conversation-starter (imprint with opening line, such as, "What's your name and what do you do?").
- It's a memorization aid (imprint with items to memorize).
- It's a translator (imprint with common expressions in another language).
- It's a paint can (the handle makes it easy to hold for touch-up work).
- It's a play book (imprint with football plays) Perfect for those who "eat, sleep and drink football!"
- It's a excuse eliminator (imprint with a "round tuit").
- It's a feng shui garden (fill with sand, add pebbles, tiny rake).
- It's a computer aid (imprint with list of computer shortcuts for a particular program).
- It's a fire safety map (imprint with floor plan showing fire exits).
- It's an in/out sign for the desk (imprint with "I'll be back in a moment" on one side, and "Out to lunch" on the other).
- It's a marker board (insert dry erase marker and eraser - works great on a plain white coffee mug!).
- It's a weight-loss aid (imprint with calorie info and/or how many minutes of exercise it takes to burn off a Twinkie, etc.).
- It's an awareness tool (imprint with important statistics, etc.).
- It's a how-to guide (imprint with instructions, diagrams, etc.).
- It's a work of art (the imprint area is your canvas, let your creativity soar!).
- It's a schedule (sport games, etc.).
- It's a menu (imprint with restaurant menu, kid's menu, senior's menu, breakfast menu, etc.).
- It's a Holder for make up brushes or make up pencils.
- It's a cookie cutter.
- It's a picture frame.
- It's a holder to make cupcakes.
- It's your friend. . . someone to talk to when alone in your office.
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1 years ago at 5:12 PM
Nice post...
A mug secures a special place, not just in our kitchens but in our hearts too. Just like a living person becomes a part of our lives, in the same manner, mugs are capable of becoming dear to us.
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