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Miniature Knit Creations

Anna Hrachovec Knits One Design Per Week with the Tiny Challenge

— July 21, 2011 — Unique
There are several perks to having a friend that knits -- free scarves, mittens, hats, socks, and whatever else you need to stay warm -- but Anna Hrachovec doesn't create anything wearable.

Back in 2009, Hrachovec knit a tiny brain design. Intrigued by the idea of using her knitting talents to create adorable, miniature figures, she set a goal for herself. Calling it the Tiny Challenge, she began by knitting one mini design every weekday for a month. After the first month, she would create one new design every week.

Two years later, Anna Hrachovec still challenges herself to create tiny knit figurines to add to her constantly expanding collection. Hrachovec has knit over 100 mini designs, but she explains, "I thought working with small goals on a daily basis would make me forget about bigger stuff for a while. I really didn't think it would last beyond one month."
Trend Themes
1. Miniature Knit Designs - Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Explore the application of miniature knit designs in the toy industry to create unique and highly detailed toys.
2. Daily Small Goals - Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Develop an app or platform that encourages individuals to set and achieve daily small goals, helping them stay focused and motivated.
3. Creative Hobby Challenges - Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Launch a subscription-based service that provides participants with weekly creative challenges to inspire artistic growth and exploration.
Industry Implications
1. Toy Industry - Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Introduce miniature knit designs as a new category of collectible toys, appealing to collectors and enthusiasts.
2. Productivity Tools - Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Develop productivity tools that help individuals break down big goals into small daily tasks, enabling them to track progress and stay motivated.
3. Creative Subscription Services - Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Create a subscription-based service that offers weekly creative challenges and supplies for hobbyists and artists to enhance their skills and creativity.
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