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Board Game Coasters

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

The ‘Fred Flare’ Store Offers Scrabble-Inspired Cup Holders

— July 18, 2012 — Art & Design
These fun Scrabble coasters from the ‘Fred Flare’ store will remind you of your childhood. Each piece is made to resemble the wooden lettered pieces found in the original game. These geek-friendly cup holders would be perfect for board game lovers.

Scrabble has become prevalent in modern design, as it translates well into different product offerings, such as pillows, wall displays, mugs and blankets, while adding nostalgic appeal. Companies that can creatively innovate on popular themes and turn them into new ideas are bound to appeal to a wide market of consumers. These Scrabble board game coasters from ‘Fred Flare’ are sure to make for great conversation pieces, while adding a fun element to any room.
Trend Themes
1. Board Game Home Decor - Innovative companies can capitalize on the nostalgia and popularity of classic board games by creating unique home decor items inspired by them.
2. Nostalgic Product Offerings - Companies that can creatively incorporate nostalgic elements into their product offerings, such as scrabble lettered coasters, are sure to appeal to a wide market of consumers.
3. Geek-friendly Merchandise - Creating merchandise that appeals to the geek community, such as scrabble-themed coasters, can be a lucrative market for companies that understand and cater to this audience.
Industry Implications
1. Home Decor - The home decor industry can incorporate classic board game themes, like scrabble, into unique and fun product offerings that appeal to consumers looking for nostalgic home decor items.
2. Gaming Merchandise - Companies that create merchandise inspired by classic board games, like scrabble, can appeal to a wide market of consumers looking for unique and fun items to enhance their gaming experience.
3. Nostalgic Gifts - The gift industry can capitalize on the popularity of classic board games by offering unique and quirky items, like scrabble coasters, that appeal to consumers looking for nostalgic and fun gift ideas.
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