It’s a cup with a porcelain cat or dog figurine which is uncovered as you drink – less a gadget, more an eccentric prank to play on nervous houseguests Cat and dog mugs (£12, utilitydesign.co.uk).

Porcelain figurines have a timeless charm that often goes beyond simple decoration. I've found that many of these delicate pieces can carry significant value, especially when they have a unique ...