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DIY Nostalgia

Consumers connect to their past through affordable, accessible products

Implications - Antiques and nostalgia products are often associated with a high price, keeping many consumers from engaging with this aesthetic. Companies and bloggers alike are offering a more affordable DIY alternative to consumers, allowing them to indulge in the familiar comfort of old products without the typically astronomical price.
Trend Themes
1. Affordable Nostalgia Products - Companies are offering more affordable DIY alternatives to consumers who wish to indulge in the familiar comfort of old products without the typically astronomical price.
2. Sustainability - DIY projects offer sustainable options, like repurposing old, unused items.
3. Functional Art - DIY projects allow for the creation of functional art pieces, making utility items like wine stoppers attractive and unique.
Industry Implications
1. Vintage Collectibles Industry - Companies that offer vintage collectibles can take cues from the affordability and sustainability of the DIY projects, creating more budget-friendly options for consumers.
2. DIY Industry - The popularity of DIY, especially for vintage and sustainable products, highlights a growing industry. Consumers interested in creating their own nostalgic items will seek out resources for materials and instructions.
3. Home Decor Industry - The DIY projects offer unique and creative ideas for home decor items, which can influence the design and sale of mainstream decor pieces.
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Megatrends
6 Featured, 53 Examples:
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Date Range:
May 13 — Jun 13
Trending:
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Featured Examples

DIY Industrial Illuminators
DIY Industrial Illuminators
Create Your Own Beautiful Brass Chandelier with this Basic Tutorial
On her design blog, Megan Pflug showcases a simple DIY tutorial for creating your very own brass chandelier using simple materials you can purchase from any hardware store. The brilliance behind... MORE
DIY Re-Imagined Retro Games
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The DIY Lawn Twister Idea from You + Me is a Throwback to Past Times
If you’re looking for great entertainment for kids (or fun-loving adults) this summer season, the DIY Lawn Twister is a cheap and easy solution. With only a circle-shaped stencil and some paint,... MORE
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This 'Oh, Sweet Joy!' Craft is an Adorably Warm Decoration Item
If you are looking for an affection addition to your patio atmosphere, this ‘Oh, Sweet Joy!’ craft is what you’ve been tirelessly searching for. It is especially useful in the... MORE
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The Door Knob Wine Stoppers is Vintage and Eco-Friendly
The Door Knob Wine Stoppers are a fun do-it-yourself project that anyone can partake in, as long as they are over the age of 21 (or whatever the age limit for drinking is in different countries). Of... MORE
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This LEGO Jukebox Wil Make Use of Old CDs
The show Happy Days was the first time I was introduced to a jukebox; needless to say that was a long time ago, but I am again introduced to this construct in the form of a LEGO jukebox. The DIY... MORE
play_circle_filled Gamer-Made Night Lamps
Gamer-Made Night Lamps
Gamers Can Re-Create Their NES Controllers with This Crafty DIY
Old school gamers can turn their old NES controllers into a night light that encapsulates gaming history. The Nintendo Entertainment System was a breakthrough in gaming technology back in the day.... MORE

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