1. The Spin recently visited a newly opened museum, where this sign proved to be a real treat for the eyes. The yellow-spotted monitor pictured alongside it may not feel quite the same. Learnings of the day: One letter can change everything – and not all treats are meant to be eaten.
2. This warning sign posted near a river bank urges visitors not to walk on ‘gabion baskets’ – though baskets are conspicuously absent from view. The Spin suspects this is one instruction best understood after a dip in
the water.
3. The Spin is a fan of line breaks – when they’re well placed. Unfortunately, the users of these whitening strips may need a second opinion from the dentist. The only breaks needed here? One for the typesetter.
4.This museum display moves at an impressive speed – just not in the right direction. The Spin suspects the numbers took a wrong turn somewhere between the Arabic and English versions. As the Spin can attest, two lefts certainly don’t make a right.
5. When it comes to numbers, there’s more than one way to get it wrong, the Spin thinks. Christmas appears to have come early for this TikTok ad. Blink and you might have skipped straight to New Year’s Eve – on the 24th of November. This marketer might be secretly in cahoots with the Grinch.
6. Three of these yoghurt tubs seem to be unsure who they are. When packaging meets supply shortage, brand identity can become a little … fluid. The Spin can only assume the lids were having an off day.
7. Excitement can get the better of anyone. This bank sent out a message with enthusiasm, only to quietly withdraw it the following day. Those paying close attention may have enjoyed the brief treasure hunt.
8. This toaster brand’s slogan almost gets there. The phrase suggests the copy may have stopped just a little too soon. Sometimes, a little effort is still required.
9. This pharmacy sign appears to be keen on the idea of saving. What exactly is a little unclear. The Spin can only assume the copywriter struggled with the doctor’s handwriting. Either way, it’s worth getting checked.
