# Bent Nail Bookshelves The Movement Bookcase By Pearl | Published 2008-10-15 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bent-nail-bookshelves-movement-bookcase References: [hometone.org](http://www.hometone.org/entry/movement-bookcase-books-with-limbs/) & [samulnoli](http://www.samulnoli.com/tc/entry/movement001) This [whimsical bookshelf](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bizarre-bookshelf) is a DIY project using long bent nails that are no longer wanted. A bit of paint and some doll feet and hands will create the “arms and legs” of the [book holders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/firm-book-end). The nails are then attached to a [backing board](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pli-steel-wall-shelf). The long skinny limbs can be adjusted so that they look like they are supporting books or other objects. The result is simple and fun. It will surely bring a smile to bibliophiles. The Movement Bookcase idea was created by Samulnoli. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.9/10 - Popularity: 41% | Activity: 37% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Home](https://www.trendhunter.com/home) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Upcycling:** There is an opportunity for companies to create DIY project kits to upcycle unwanted materials. - **Whimsical Design:** Companies can embrace a playful design approach to offer consumers unique and personalized products. - **Adjustable Furniture:** Creating customizable furniture with adjustable features can offer customers more flexibility and creativity in how they use and display products. ### Where This Applies - **Crafting and DIY:** The crafting industry can offer kits and supplies to help consumers upcycle materials and create unique products. - **Furniture and Home Decor:** Whimsical and playful designs can be incorporated by furniture and home decor companies to appeal to those who appreciate unconventional items. - **Sustainability:** By embracing a culture of upcycling, companies can position themselves as leaders in sustainability and environmentally conscious practices. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Twisting Donut-Shaped Bookshelves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hullabaloo-bookshelf.md) - [Sculptural Bookshelves Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sculptural-bookshelf.md) - [Sliding Wintery Landscape Bookshelves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/manhwabang-bookshelf.md) - [Toy Block-Inspired Wooden Bookshelves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rotating-picture-book.md) - [Dynamic Geometric Bookshelves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cheft.md) - [Book-Storing Side Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bookgroove-bookrack.md) - [Minimalist Bookish Shelves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minimal-bookshelf.md) - [Block Puzzled Book Nooks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-book-nook.md) - [Expandable Bookcase Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/burrow-index-bookcase.md)