I Am Not a Paper Cup

John Simonetta - Contributing Writer
Posted on Sunday 6th September 2009

Debco has recently released a version of the MoMA I Am Not A Paper Cup which they are calling the DA4299 COFFEE MUG and selling as a promotional item for around $9.73, which is nearly half the $18.08 cost of the MoMA model. Aside from the fact the DA4299 COFFEE MUG does not come in MoMA packaging and is not printed with the MoMA logo, there is nearly no difference in quality between these two models.

Debco says their mug has all the “traditional” aspects of a paper cup, but without the waste of the cup itself.

From the Debco website, "Is there anything more soothing than holding a paper cup filled with warm coffee or tea in the car, at coffee breaks, after lunch, or even on the weekends with a newspaper or watching your child’s sporting events? Hot beverage consumption in North America is staggering - North Americans drink an average of 3.1 cups of coffee a day - and the waste that goes with it in the form of disposable paper cups is even more astounding. So what is the alternative? Give up your coffee or tea? We think not!"

I have taken our sample mugs into a few local coffee shops. In most cases no one has seen anything like them, to the extent that the mugs themselves became conversation starters. When a promotional item can start its own buzz, that it impressive.

The DA4299 COFFEE MUG is a 10 oz. porcelain mug fashioned after the traditional disposable cup and features a silicone lid and double walled construction for thermo-insulation. The mug is also dishwasher safe for easy cleaning. And whether this cup is used on the road, on the desk or at home, your business or organizations advertising message will be front and center each time your client reaches for a coffee fill-up. With the holidays and cold weather around the corner, these also make exceptional gifts for employees and clients.

If you are interested in these items to promote your own business contact your local promotional items vendor or email info@proformagreen.com for information and pricing.

This is a guest post by John Simonetta, owner of Proforma Simonetta Freelance, an eco-friendly promotional items consultancy. John’s blogs are designed to keep us up to date on the “greening” of his industry.

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