Here’s a round up of some of our favourites.
1. Dot Cottons, Hylton Road
A laundry pun with an Eastenders twist to really get you in a spin. Photo: Sunderland Echo
2. Aye Phones, Borough Road, City Centre
Like the major global brand - but with a Mackem twist. Photo: Sunderland Echo
3. Amy's Winehouse, St Thomas Street, city centre
City centre gold. Photo: Sunderland Echo
4. Tan-Solo, Grangetown
The pun is strong with this one. Photo: Sunderland Echo