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Salvaged Sports Sphere Ornaments

The Golf Ball Santa Decorations are Carved From Recycled Balls

— December 4, 2012 — Special
Jim Clements makes golf ball Santa ornaments by carving the likeness of Kris Kringle into recycled golf balls.

These unlikely carved balls are hand painted to look like Jolly ol' Saint Nick either in his customary red and white holly hat or in various American University colors -- you might not have known, but Santa is a huge University of Tennessee fan, he just doesn't like to brag about it. A good hook is attached to the balls and they are hung from golden poly-chord.

The Golf ball Santa ornaments make a nice addition to the trees of sports fans. And when Christmas is done, just take the festive balls out to the golf course and swing away.

Trend Themes
1. Upcycled Sporting Good Ornaments - As consumers look for eco-friendly décor options, there is a trend towards upcycling and repurposing sporting goods into ornaments and decorations.
2. Customized Sports Merchandise - Personalization and customization are big trends in sports merchandise, and hand-painted ornaments featuring sports team colors or mascots offer a unique way for fans to showcase their team spirit.
3. Sports-themed Home Decor - With the rise of sport fandom culture, there is a growing trend towards incorporating sports-themed décor into everyday life, including using sports ornaments as year-round decorations.
Industry Implications
1. Sports Merchandise - Sports merchandise retailers and manufacturers can explore opportunities to offer unique, hand-crafted ornaments and decorations related to teams and popular sports.
2. Sustainability and Green Living - Companies and entrepreneurs interested in promoting sustainable living can explore ways to upcycle and repurpose sporting goods into eco-friendly ornaments and home décor.
3. Retail and E-commerce - As the demand for customized and personalized sports merchandise grows, retailers and e-commerce platforms can capitalize on this trend by offering unique and hand-crafted ornaments and decorations for sports fans.
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