# Refillable Bamboo Notebooks These Laser-Cut Covers Can Be Filled with Plain, Ruled or Dotted Paper By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2017-12-14 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bamboo-notebook References: [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/venclass/refillable-bamboo-notebooks?ref=nav_search&result=project&term=eco%20notebook) VEN CLASS is a UK-based company that specializes in offering sustainable products that provide an alternative to timber—its first product line introduces the VEN CLASS Bamboo Notebooks, which are [compatible with fountain pens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/writing-instruments). The bamboo notebooks boast laser-cut spines in different patterns, which give the books the flexibility to bend like regular covers. The covers are available in Natural, Caramel and Chocolate colors and may be filled with plain, ruled or dotted paper as desired. Once all of the paper of the notebook has been used, a [refill pad](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/refillable-writing-pen) may simply be added in its place. On the inside cover of the paper pad, VEN CLASS uses a world map to show the origin of the specific bamboo type, along with other details. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.7/10 - Popularity: 52% | Activity: 52% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Sustainable Notebooks:** Opportunity for creating sustainable alternatives to traditional notebooks with refillable features. - **Bamboo Products:** Innovation in using bamboo as a material for various products, such as notebooks. - **Laser-cut Covers:** Potential for laser-cut designs on notebook covers, offering flexibility and customization options. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Stationery:** Refillable notebooks can disrupt the stationery industry by providing sustainable alternatives to traditional notebooks. - **Eco-friendly Products:** Bamboo notebooks can target the eco-friendly products industry, appealing to consumers looking for sustainable options. - **Design and Manufacturing:** Laser-cut covers can create disruption in the design and manufacturing industry, enabling customized and flexible product options. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Reusable Paper-Free Notebooks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nuka-book.md) - [Modular Refillable Notebook Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/notebook-system.md) - [Magnetic Whiteboard Notebooks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/whiteboard-notebook.md) - [Modular Reusable Notebooks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rocketbook-pro.md) - [Carbon-Neutral Stationery Brands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fabercastells.md) - [Sleek E-Ink Digital Notebooks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/manta.md) - [Leather-Bound Connected Notebooks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/connected-notebooks.md) - [Hybrid Luxe Card Holders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/noteanote.md) - [Bamboo Hot Beverage Cups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/celebration-packaging.md)