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Miniaturization

The tinier the innovation is, the larger our instinct to keep and protect it

Implications - In the past you could take anything, make it miniature, and typically females flocked to it. Nowadays, however, we are seeing both genders gravitate to shrunken innovations. Mini-sizing triggers a natural instinct to protect and nurture for something -- and it's easier to care for something more compact!

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6 Examples, 36 Related: 1,170,798 Total Clicks

Date Range: Mar 09 - Oct 09

Trending: Warm

Consumer Insight Topics: Art & Design Design Lifestyle

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Teacup Pig Pets - Pint-Sized Royal Dandies Capture Hearts of Animal Lovers

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Warm 139,849 Clicks Pub: Mar 3, 09

Teacup Pig Pets

Pint-Sized Royal Dandies Capture Hearts of Animal Lovers

New breeds of pint-sized pigs are in demand as the latest trendy pet. These endearing creatures are specially bred for cuddling and indoor living--they are small enough to keep in a house or apartment.… [More]

Mini Kitties - Teacup Kittens Come From Extensive Breeding Methods

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Warm 46,274 Clicks Pub: Jul 15, 09

Mini Kitties

Teacup Kittens Come From Extensive Breeding Methods

Kittens can now be as small as a tea cup. Known for their miniature-sized physique, teacup kittens have become a huge business for cat breeders. Â Teacups have been bred to be smaller than the standard… [More]

Immaculate Miniature Worlds - Darya Balova's 'Through the Needle's Ear' is Outstanding

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Mild 7,918 Clicks Pub: Aug 1, 09

Immaculate Miniature Worlds

Darya Balova's 'Through the Needle's Ear' is Outstanding

I'm a huge fan of miniatures in general, and the world that Darya Balova's 'Through the Needle's Ear' presents is so immaculate that it's nearly believable. The landscapes in Darya Balova's 'Through… [More]

Miniature Moss Gardens - Patricia Buzo Turns the Lush Softness of Moss into Beautiful Artwork

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Mild 26,788 Clicks Pub: Jun 19, 09

Miniature Moss Gardens

Patricia Buzo Turns the Lush Softness of Moss into Beautiful Artwork

These miniature moss gardens by Patricia Buzo demonstrate the simple ways you can bring living designs and fresh greenery into your home. While some people curse moss infestations on their lawns, others… [More]

Miniature Food Fights - Pierre Javelle & Akiki Ida Create Deliciously Edible War Zones

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Untested 9,300 Clicks Pub: Jun 26, 09

Miniature Food Fights

Pierre Javelle & Akiki Ida Create Deliciously Edible War Zones

War has never looked so gosh darn cute. Pierre Javelle and Akiki Ida are a lovely French couple that create elaborate miniature scenes in edible substances. The gallery above is of their War collection,… [More]

Globular Mini-Gardens - Liz Boscacci's Terrariums Turn Into Planters

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Average 20,355 Clicks Pub: Jul 19, 09

Globular Mini-Gardens

Liz Boscacci's Terrariums Turn Into Planters

I've always loved the look of terrariums, but I've been nervous about their longevity; Liz Boscacci's terrariums solve this issue with a cutout hole that effectively turns the terrarium into a planter… [More]