Pearl
Jewelry artisan/Professional Blogger/Social Media Strategist
Cambridge, Canada · Member since May 2008
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Pearl is a Canadian with a science background and a passion for design. Curiosity comes naturally. She also loves to read and collect all sorts of information and trivia. Blogging and jewelry making are her most favorite things to do. She also teaches the craft.
Featured Ideas
Universal Cell Phone Cases
CovertecExpandable Cell Phone Cases — Opportunity to create cell phone cases that can adjust to fit any size phone, reducing the need for consumers to buy new cases with each phone upgrade.
Seniors on Facebook
Comedy Sketch On Granny PokingSeniors on Social Media — There is an increasing trend of seniors joining social media platforms, creating opportunities for innovative ways to cater to this demographic.
Foliage-Covered Wardrobes
Tord Boontje for MetaNature-Inspired Design — Exploring the use of foliage and natural elements in furniture design to create visually striking and unique pieces.
Lipstick Drawn Self-Portraits
Kate Moss' Art Could Fetch $70,000Artistic Self-Expression — Opportunities for innovative ways of personal artistic expression, using unconventional mediums such as lipstick or napkins.
Anti-Heel Wedgies
Kix by KatieFashion Solutions — Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop innovative products and technologies to solve common fashion problems.
Bizarre Burials
Cliff-Hanging CoffinsHanging Coffins — Opportunity to develop innovative funeral services and technology for hanging coffins.
Clothes That Sense Muscle Movements
The ConText ProjectContactless Muscle Monitoring — The development of contactless sensors incorporated into fabric opens up opportunities for improved muscle monitoring technology without the use of cumbersome electrodes.
Perfect Angle Photography
Mighty Optical IllusionsOptical Illusion Photography — An opportunity exists for photographers to incorporate more optical illusions into their work, providing a unique and exciting perspective for viewers.
Landscape Self Portraits
Art by Levi van VeluwMaterial Transfers — The innovative artform of material transfers allows for the creation of unique and surreal self portraits.
Gameboy Plushies
Felt Cushions by CloudSparrowRetro Gaming Merchandise — Expanding the gaming merchandise industry through nostalgic and customizable products.
City of Wine Luxury Hotel
Marqués de Riscal Ciudad Del VinoWine Tourism — The rise of wine tourism presents opportunities for hotels and resorts to incorporate unique wine-inspired experiences into their offerings.
Chocolate Made of Camel Milk
Al NassmaCamel Milk Chocolate — A disruptive innovation opportunity in the chocolate industry, targeting a niche market of consumers with a taste for exotic flavors and a demand for healthier, lower fat options.Q&A with Pearl
What is unique that's not in your bio?
Pearl is really my name which is fitting given my hobby and small business!
What's your favorite accomplishment?
Becoming a mother.
How do you define cool?
Cool is all about being different, a little edgy and groundbreaking.
What is your secret to uncovering trends?
Google reader!
What do you enjoy most about Trend Hunter?
Discovering all sorts of cool trends.
What is your favorite trend?
Anything design related.
What are your tips for writing a juicy post?
Don't sweat over the start of any post. Just write it, then edit it after.
How do you reset to be creative?
Taking breaks from any one creative task. I have a number of creative outlets so I am never short of something to do.
What inspires or excites you?
Innovative designs
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Compact Folding Video Stands
Paperless Office Scanners
Snapping Camera Stands
Portable Photo Studios
Wall-Mounted Tablets
Virtual Fishing
Pulsing Light Walls
Modern Frescos
Symbolic Fish Bowls
USB Scalp Analyzers
Granny Handbag Heroines
Interactive Play Food
Amazing Bookbinding Art
Optical Illusion Art
Flower Beanbags
Light-Up Grills
Emotional Healing Jewelry
Arched Eco Houses
Lacy Underwear Bags
Wrist Wallets
Sketchpad iPhone Covers
Car-Shaped Coffins
Recycled Trash Sculptures
Roadkill Jewelry
Inksplosive Art
Paper Animal Mask Sculptures
Cross-Eyed Opossums
Mathematical Photography
Emotional Billboards
Astroturf Houses
Athletic Wheelbarrows
Sculptured Art Jewelry
Sexy Eco Underwear
Nomadic Houses
Airplane Window Art
