# DIY Tree Shelves The Branch Shelf is Easy-to-Make and Eco-Friendly By Tana Makmanee | Published 2013-01-26 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/branch-shelf References: [blog.landofnod](http://blog.landofnod.com/honest-to-nod/2013/01/try-this-branch-shelf.html) If you're looking to add some [unique decor items](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/earth-to-people-furniture-collection) to your home, then why not try out this DIY branch shelf found on the blog site Honest to Nod. This branch shelf is a great environmental alternative to the more [common shelving units](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ledge-shelf). And not only is it [eco-friendly](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tronco), it is also cost effective. Some of the essential things you need for this crafty DIY project is a tree branch, some screws and a saw. Simply find your desired tree branch, trim off any excess bumps, and use screws to drill the tree branch into your wall. While this creative shelving project may not hold anything extremely heavy, it can certainly display a few of your cute little personal items. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.5/10 - Popularity: 91% | Activity: 95% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **DIY Home Decor:** Opportunity for disruption in the home decor industry by offering eco-friendly DIY options. - **Natural Materials:** Trend towards using natural, organic materials in home decor, creating innovative products like the branch shelf. - **Upcycling:** Trend towards repurposing materials into functional pieces of decor, such as the branch shelf made from a tree branch. ### Who This Affects Most - **Home Improvement:** Opportunity for home improvement stores to offer DIY workshops and materials for eco-friendly home decor projects. - **Sustainability:** Opportunity for sustainable companies to create eco-friendly home decor products like the branch shelf. - **Crafts/hobbies:** Opportunity for craft stores to offer materials and workshops for creating eco-friendly decor, such as the branch shelf. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Versatile Modern Shelves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/utility-shelf.md) - [Japanese Woodwork-Inspired Shelving Units](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/altitude-shelving.md) - [Wood Desk Shelves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/desk-shelf-pro.md) - [Abstract Jigsaw-Like Shelving](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spectator-shelf.md) - [Dynamic Storage-Display Shelves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shelf-life.md) - [Sculptural Bookshelves Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sculptural-bookshelf.md) - [Forest-Inspired Wooden Cabinets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hayashi-cabinet.md) - [Handle-Equipped Planter Shelves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minimalist-plant-shelf.md) - [Simple Assembly Sustainable Shelves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/svolta.md)