These adult crafting innovations range from feminist coloring books to DIY furniture kits that are designed for creative audiences. Promoting hands-on crafting and construction techniques, these novelty products, art kits and tutorials are reflective of a growing maker culture.
In addition to standouts like DIY rainbow paint rollers and paper-crafted pinatas that are both festive and inexpensive, other notables include more niche, holiday products. These range from alcoholic advent calendars -- made from used wine bottles -- to string light Christmas trees that are created using common household materials.
Other adult crafting innovations include monthly sneaker subscriptions and customizable sneaker kits that encourage authenticity and personalization among fashion fans. Though inspired by childhood, these crafting examples target a cost-conscious Millennial demographic who thrives when expressing themselves creatively.
55 Adult Crafting Innovations
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DIY Furniture Kits
The UXA Steel Brackets Allow Consumers to Transform Wooden Beams into Furniture
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DIY Macrame Lampshades
Plumen Teams Up with Wool and the Gang for a Fun Lighting Kit
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DIY Plastic-Recycling Machines
The 'Precious Plastic' Project Encourages Plastic Recycling
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String Light Christmas Trees
This DIY Christmas Tree is Modern and Illuminating
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Glowing Timber Tables
The Mike Warren Cypress Tables Light Up Homes at Night
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Customizable Art Kits
The Modular Art Kits from 'mākgoods' Allow Anyone to Create Original Artwork
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DIY Bracelet Kits
These Elegant Homemade Beaded Cuffs Incorporate Color and Craftmanship
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Custom Embroidery Machines
The Singer S10 Studio Embroidery Sewing Machine Enables Customization
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Upcycled Insect Plates
This DIY Dishware Collection Features Printed Tea Cups and Saucers
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Automated Sewing Machines
The Brother SE1800 Sewing Embroidery Machine Can be Set to Sew Anything
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Brawny Presidential Coloring Books
This Coloring Book Features Images of a Brawny Bernie Sanders
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Monthly Sticker Subscriptions
Pipsticks Offers New Sticker Designs to Subscribers Each Month
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Marbled Egg DIYs
This Easter Crafts are Customized with Colored Nail Polish
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Reclaimed Nature Art Series
'Wonderplant Prints' Creates Art with Leaves and Stickers
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Adult DIY Kits
This Craft Kit Company Helps Grown-Ups Feel More Confident in Their Fixing Ability
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Effortless 3D Modeling Apps
MakerBot PrintShop's Shape Maker Turns 2D Drawings into 3D Models
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Haute Couture Coloring Books
This Book Features Hand-Drawn Fashion Sketches from the 1950s
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DIY Wireless Speakers
This DIY Project Lets Makers Create Custom AirPlay Speakers
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Coloring Tape Rolls
This Washi Tape Design is Like a Coloring Book in Adhesive Roll Form
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Relaxing Selfie-Coloring Apps
This App Turns Any Smartphone Photo into a Coloring Book Page
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Robotic Component Kits
The 'PurpleKit' Home Robot Construction Kit Provides Components to DIY
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Marbled Sneaker DIYs
Fall For DIY's Easy Project Makes Your Slip-Ons Look Like a Million Bucks
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Letterpress At-Home Kits
Brit + Co Helps People Create Their Own Quality Cards and Art
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Social Media Coloring Books
'Color Me Book' Turns Instagram Pictures into Adult Coloring Books
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Feminist Colouring Books
This Activity Book Celebrates the Complex Lives of Women
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Collaborative Puzzle Chairs
Makershop's Printed Chair Was Created by Over 70 Designers
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Oversized Snowflake Decor
These Paper Snowflake Patterns are Gorgeously Gigantic
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Rapper-Inspired Coloring Books
Etsy's Drake Coloring Book Features Familiar and Printable Images
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Multipurpose Maker Printers
The Northype Adam Can 3D Print, Laser-Etch and Much More
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DIY Woven Strap Bags
These Woven Bags are Made with Customizable Materials
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Vibrant Textile Design Pop-Ups
The Kauniste Pop-Up Brings Finnish Design to Helsinki Airport
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Sneaker Customization Kits
JGoods Helps People Personalize Their Shoes with Waterproof Paint
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Entrepreneurial Gift Retailers
The Grommet Promotes Artisans While Encouraging Ethical Shopping
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Wage Gap Coloring Books
This Adult Coloring Book from Bizwomen Comments on Pay Inequality
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Adult Art Therapy Kits
The Blissfu Studi Adult Coloring Art Kit Provides Stress Relief
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Artisanal Sewing Kits
Kaufmann Mercantile's Vintage Sewing Kit Boasts Construction Essentials
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Hybrid Coloring Notebooks
This Notebook Has Pages for Taking Notes and Coloring Illustrations
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DIY Rainbow Paint Rollers
This Hybrid Roller Uses 10 Different Colors to Paint Beautiful Rainbows
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DIY Marble Pinatas
This DIY Pinata Makes a Fun Party Accent and Sleek Piece of Decor
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Tassel Basket DIYs
Honesty WTF's DIY Decor Project is Perfect for Bohemian Interiors
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Charitable Crafting Parties
Sole Hope Parties Give Guests the Chance to Make Shoes for Ugandans
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Pearl Denim DIYs
Honestly WTF Makes Embellished Denim Easy and Inexpensive
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Custom Paper Chandeliers
The 'Zettel'z 5' Chandelier Come Packed with Customizable Features
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DIY Splattered Sneakers
This Stylish Shoes are Given an Art Deco Aesthetic with Colorful Paint
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Marbled Paper DIYs
Honestly WTF's Latest Craft Project Creates Beautiful Stationary Sets
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Artful Fitness Groups
'The Local Skill' Fuses Community Workouts with Art
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Homemade Gemstone Soaps
This DIY Tutorial Shares How to Make Fresh Soap into Elegant Rock Crystals
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Beaded Hanging Notepads
The DIY Hanging Note Roll is a Convenient and Chic Stationary Piece
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Hand-Painted Advent Calendars
This DIY Watercolor Calendar Can Be Made Any Time of the Year
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DIY Thanksgiving Place Cards
This Tutorial Involves Turning Acorns into Popular Emojis
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Photo Book DIYs
Honestly WTF's Latest Project is a Sentimental Mother's Day Gift
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Cross-Medium Artist Festivals
The 'Seeing Music' Music and Art Festival Blends Different Mediums
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DIY Advent Calendar Bunting
This Homemade Advent Calendar Garland is Festive and Celebratory
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Online Handicraft Markets
The 'Handmade at Amazon' Store Sells Genuine Handicrafts
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Ready-Made Design Apps
'Startup Desygner' Allows Anyone to Create Beautiful Designs
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DIY Logo Design Kits
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Anatomical Gunmetal Necklaces
These Quirky Toy Syndrome Necklaces Celebrate Certain Body Parts
Yoga-Accommodating Chairs
The US Pride Yoga Chaise Chair Enables Exercise and Relaxation
Design Agency Visual Identities
The Masquespacio Branding Highlights the Agency's Capabilities
Cardboard Eyewear Boxes
Portrait Eyewear's Sunglasses Packaging System Embraces Simplicity
Brown Paper Floral Packaging
Swedbag Provides Simple Yet Charming Wrapping Paper for Bouquets
Chart Topper Christmas Sweaters
The Hotline Sleigh Bell Ring Sweater Pays Homage to Hotline Bling
Automated Sewing Machines
The Brother SE1800 Sewing Embroidery Machine Can be Set to Sew Anything
Vintage Shaving Kits
This Deluxe Shaving Kit Lets You Tend to Your Facial Hair in Style
Plastic-Eating Bacteria
A New Bacterium Could Break Down PET Plastic to Eliminate Waste
Crayon-Embedded Coloring Books
Disney's Activity Book for Kids Features Princess Sofia
Wood-Cut Easter Wreaths
MyHelloWood's Door Decor is Vibrant and Hand-Crafted
Recycled Bubblegum Plastics
The GumDrop Initiative Asks Consumers to Recycle Gum for Future Use
Graphic Gadget Stickers
The Sticker Project Beautifies Devices With Emoji-Inspired Icons
Rap Album Basketball Jerseys
These Conceptual Sports Uniforms Draw Inspiration from Rap Releases
Paper Tube Food Kiosks
This Fast Food Kiosk Features an Exterior Made from Paper Tubes and LEDs
Post-Breakup Coloring Books
This Coloring Book is Designed to Help Users Overcome a Breakup
Connected Illuminating Sustainable Tables
The 'Cap' Coffee Table is Crafted from Cardboard
Rollable Pencil Carriers
These Fabric Pencil Rolls are Convenient and Affordable
Charitable Retail Installations
The Bombas & Gap Campaign Consists of a Good Deed-Powered Machine
Children's Color-In Boots
Etsy's TheWoodsSecretGarden Provides a Template for Customizable Boots
Art Supply Laboratories
This New Art Supplies Store in Tokyo Seeks to Inspire Young Artists
High-Impact Kitchen Ventilators
The Pando Ceramic SkyLoop Kitchen Ventilation System is Minimal
Melted Plastic Perches
Recycled Bottle Chairs Create Fantasy From Ethical Manufacturing
Wooden Origami Objects
The Lignum Fold Collection Creases Fine Timber Into Delicate Dishes
Sanitizing Shopping Discs
This Device Disinfects Shopping Cart Handles In Between Customers
Style-Conscious Recycling Bins
The 'RE.BIN' Encourages Recycling to be a More Stylish Experience
Expressive Emoji-Themed Jewelry
This Reversible Ring Helps Wearers Display Their Current Mood
Body Positive Coloring Books
This Coloring Book is Filled with Body Positive Illustrations
DIY Historical Coloring Books
These Institutions are Creating Coloring Books from Historical Art
Omniscient Rapper Billboards
This Massive Toronto Album Teaser Calls Drake "The 6 God"
Contemporary Teahouse Bars
The Rabbit Hole Offers a Stylish Cocktail-Inspired Eatery Concept
Social Media Sticker Books
This Company Turns Instagram Photos into Custom Sticker Books
Knit Outdoor Furniture
Patrick Norguet Designs a Fresh Collection for Ethimo
Artisanal Seed Kits
These New England Heirloom Seeds are sold in Preferred Varieties
Wooden Perfume Bottles
'The Woods' is a Fragrance Contained Within a Cylindrical Wooden Vessel
Festival Gin Pop-Ups
KRADS' Spirit of Njord Pop-Up Bar Was Created for NorthSide's Music Event
Text-Projecting Necklaces
Miragii Smart Jewelry Will Project Your Text Messages and Incoming Calls
Sticker-Covered Runway Shows
The Latest Esther Haamke Blurs Gender Lines
Personalized Music Festival Promotions
These Earbuds Help Users Contol the Live Audio Environment
Beehive-Inspired Easter Eggs
Fortnum and Mason's Chocolate Beehive Sculpture is Tasty and Artistic
Historical Coloring Books
This Book Depicts Popular Color Palettes from the Past Century
Apartment Compost Kits
This Kitchen Composter is Ideal for Urban Dwellers Lacking Outdoor Space
DIY Instant Cameras
The PolaPi Instant Thermal Camera Offers Instant Printing for Makers
Alcoholic Advent Calendars
This Wine Bottle Craft Makes a Very Merry Countdown to the Holidays
Customizable Sneaker Kits
Fayvel's Sneaker Stickers Let Kids Play a Designer Role
Oversized Coloring Canvases
Perfectly Smitten's Giant Coloring Book Page is Ideal for Classrooms
Fantasy TV Coloring Books
This Game of Thrones Art Book is Ideal for Fans of the Show
Minimalist Christmas Countdowns
This Cute Advent Calendar Craft is a Festive Use of Paper Bags
Sticker-Shooting Toys
The Glow Show Sticker Launcher Lets Kids Get Creative with Bedroom Stickers
Rapper-Inspired Coloring Books
Etsy's Drake Coloring Book Features Familiar and Printable Images
Infinite LED Lamps
Then Flexible LED Lights are Used to Create Looped Lamps
Compacting Garbage Cans
The 'Trash Krusher' Kitchen Trash Can Compacts Garbage to Half its Size
Crass Coloring Books
The 'Sweary Colouring Book' Puts a Creative Twist on Coloring
Shape-Shifting Lampshades
This Parchment Lampshade Features an Origami-Inspired Design
Dental Wedding Bands
This Wisdom Tooth Engagement Ring is Surprisingly Beautiful
Inedible Dessert Soaps
This Fluffy Whipped Soap Sugar Scrub is Like a Dessert For Your Skin
Adult Art Therapy Kits
The Blissfu Studi Adult Coloring Art Kit Provides Stress Relief
Denim Repair Boutiques
Nudie Jeans' Denim Shop in NYC Doubles as a Repair Station
Artisanal Sewing Kits
Kaufmann Mercantile's Vintage Sewing Kit Boasts Construction Essentials
Iridescent Bubble Films
This Macro Video Makes Beautiful Art Out of Close-Up Soap Bubbles
Comfortable Low-Level Sofas
The Merax Leisure Sofa Can be Shifted into Different Positions
Boy-Specific Dollhouses
This Dollhouse for Boys Boasts a Neutral Design Aesthetic
Sinuous Illusion Designs
A Collection of Wire Wave Pieces Experiments with Graphic Trompe l'Oeil
Saddle-Inspired Seating
The Bike Chair the Embodies Precise Craftsmanship of Sporting Equipment
Festive Cone Crafts
These Confetti-Themed DIY Christmas Trees are Made by Decorating Clear Cones
Turtle Shell Chandeliers
This Suspended Lamp by David Trubridge was Inspired by a Sea Turtle
Crowdsourced Ethical Fashion Projects
Project JUST Demands Transparent Clothing Purchases
Sedentary Lifestyle Alarms
The 'Monk' Alerts You When You've Been Sitting for Too Long
Pizza-Delivering Robots
The Domino's DRU Robot Vehicle Delivers Pizza in Brisbane
Space-Saving Operating Systems
The Raspbian Jessie Lite Operating System is Just Over One Gigabyte
Infant-Targeted Robots
These Mechanical Toys are Designed to Help Children Relate to Robots
Emotive Holiday Eggs
These Celebratory Easter Eggs are Decorated to Look Like iOS Emojis
Steampunk Bird Pendants
These Mechanical Pieces of Bird Jewelry are Made from Tiny Watch Parts
Color-Scanning Styluses
The 'Mozbii' is a Stylus for Kids that Enables Exploration and Interaction
Carabao Milk Soaps
This Soap is Made from the Milk of a Domestic Water Buffalo
Deceptive Interactive Games
The 'Hidden Folks' Game Requires You To Unearth Hidden People
High-Five Robots
GIMI-5 is a Future Robot from RPA That Gives High-Fives
Affordable Floor-Cleaning Robots
The iRobot Braava Jet 240 Floor Mopping Robot is Simply Designed
Minimalist Wrench Sets
This Simple Tool Kit Offers an Ultra-Minimal Take on Traditional Wrenches
DIY Toy Robot Kits
The 'Tio' Robotic Building Block System Lets Kids Create Complex Toys
Bespoke Planetary Bracelets
These Handmade Jewelry Pieces are Modelled After the Solar System
Monument-Honoring Chandeliers
The Colosseum Lamp is Built Using Dozens of Mini Eiffel Tower Pieces
Amethyst-Inspired Chocolate Eggs
The Geode Chocolate Rock Egg is a Stunning Upscale Easter Gift
Digital Art Pencils
The Astropad Apple Pencil Lets Creatives Draw on Tech Surfaces
Woven Doormat Decor
Kaufmann Mercantile's Home Accessory Celebrates Fine Craftsmanship
Social Boycotting Apps
This App Makes It Easier for Consumers to Support Ethical Campaigns
Reality Star Nail Stickers
JamJarShop's Kim Kardashian Nail Art Celebrates the Star's Iconic Cry
Boastful Holiday Gift Wrapping
This Festive Paper Turns Traditional Phrases Into Quirky Quotes
LGBT Coloring Books
The 'Chin Up, Dreamboat' Coloring Book Illustrates the Aftermath of a Breakup
Modular Bowl Chairs
These Seats Designed by Linda Bo Bardi Offer a Modern Circular Aesthetic
Celestial Weaponry Bookends
These Star Wars AT-AT Statues Hold DVD and Book Collections in Place
Garbage-Collecting Robots
The ROAR Project is Engineered to Collect Garbage Efficiently
Anti-Mess Glitter Toys
The Melissa & Doug Mess-Free Glitter Foam Stickers Require Zero Cleanup
Hand-Painted Advent Calendars
This DIY Watercolor Calendar Can Be Made Any Time of the Year
Connective Festival Beacons
The Cannes Lions International Festival Used Beacons to Connect People
Lifting Assistance Suits
The Panasonic Assist Robot Helps Wearers Lift Things
Spectacle-Holding Jewelry
The Eyewear Sleeve by Something Like Art Keeps Glasses With You Always
Delicate Wrapped String Chandeliers
The 'Saepio' Lighting Series Features Strings of LED Lights
P2P Yard Work Services
Yaardwork is a Recruiting Platform for Those Who Need Help With Yard Work
Incentive-Based Fitness Apps
This Gatorade Program Gives Users Motivation to Work Out
Lyrical Rapper Cakes
These Decorated Desserts Feature Lyrics from Popular Songs by Drake
App-Themed Coloring Books
The 'Colo
Affordable Micro-Computers
The Pine A64 is a High-Performance Version Of the Raspberry Pi
DIY Thanksgiving Place Cards
This Tutorial Involves Turning Acorns into Popular Emojis
Ornamental Bucket Countdowns
This DIY Christmas Tree Advent Calendar Combines Holiday Traditions
Adult Cityscape Coloring Books
The Wandering City by Moleskine Encourages Grown Up Creativity
Goat Milk Soaps
These Hand-Made Soaps Boast Illustrated Imagery and Packaging Labels
Tween Sewing Studios
Sew Be It Studio's Sewing Workshops Encourage Kids to Get Creative
Plantable Wrapping Paper
The Blooming Plantables Biodegradable Gift Wrap Paper is Lined with Seeds
Crying Rapper Games
The Drizzy Tears App Encourages Players to Stop Drake's Flowing Emotions
Gendered Athletic Interviews
This Funny Cover the Athlete Video Exposes Inequality in Sports
Tourist-Attracting Lights Festivals
The Inaugural Lumiere London Festival Recently Kicked Off
Chic Sci-Fi Cufflinks
This Doctor Who TARDIS Men's Jewelry Gift Set Comes with Cufflinks and More
Animal Awareness Coloring Books
'E is for Endangered' is an Animal Coloring Book for All Ages
Equalizing Bill-Splitting Apps
The 'Equipay' App Splits Bills According to Race and Gender
Mosaic Artwork Toy Sets
Elmer's Sparkle Mosaic Masterpieces Allows Kits to Create without Liquids
Softening Thai Soaps
This Handmade Soap is Infused with a Popular Thai Flower
Smartphone-Recycling Robots
'Liam' is an Apple Robot That Takes Phones Apart for Reuse
Plant-Based Shave Soaps
This German Grooming Product is Made With No Chemical Additives
Hanger Advent Calendars
This Homemade Advent Calendar with Presents Recycles a Wire Clothes Hanger
Spoofed Hip-Hop Videos
The Cast of SNL Made a Comedic Remake of Drake's Hotline Bling Music Video
Kitchen-Cleaning Robots
Rollin' Justin is a Kitchen Robot That Cleans Countertops and Cars
Equalizing Bakery Promotions
This Bakery is Celebrating Equal Pay Day 2016 by Charging Women Less
Musical Gaming Shows
The 'Journey Live' Interactive Performance Fuses Live Music and Gaming
P2P Live-Streaming Apps
The OTT News App Offers Peer-to-Peer Live Streams of Election Coverage