# Glittered Mouse Rests The Brit + Co. DIY Mouse Pad Tutorial Gives Your Mat a Luxury Look By Jennifer Gosnell | Published 2012-12-09 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brit-co-diy-mouse-pad References: [brit.co](http://www.brit.co/glitter-mousepads/) The [Brit + Co.](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neighborhood-x-sanders) DIY mouse pad tutorial gives a regular mouse rest a luxury make-over. Whether you decide to glitter it out to the max or do an awesome DIY design, the awesome tutorial offers an interesting personalization option. As DIY-able crafts have become so big over the past few years, you can DIY just about anything at this point. This now extends to your [plain old mouse rest](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glorious-mouse-pad-v2) that could probably use a glittery update. Like all the best DIY projects, the Brit + Co. DIY mouse pad tutorial requires few supplies and is exceptionally easy to recreate. You're left with a rocking mouse pad that will no doubt enhance your computing experience. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.4/10 - Popularity: 20% | Activity: 14% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Home](https://www.trendhunter.com/home) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **DIY Crafts:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop DIY craft kits that cater to specific interests or trends, providing consumers with convenient and curated materials for personalized projects. - **Personalization:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create customizable mouse pads that allow users to personalize them with photos or artworks, offering a unique and personalized computing experience. - **Luxury Make-over:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design premium mouse rests with high-quality materials and sophisticated aesthetics, targeting consumers who seek luxury and style in their computer accessories. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Arts and Crafts Supplies:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introduce innovative materials and tools for DIY craft projects, such as glitter pens, adhesive patterns, and specialized paints. - **Consumer Electronics Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop a range of stylish and functional mouse pads that incorporate innovative materials and features, including ergonomic designs and wireless charging capabilities. - **Home Decor and Interior Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create mouse pad collections that align with current interior design trends, offering consumers accessories that seamlessly blend with their home decor. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Naturalistic Workstation Mouse Pads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grovemade-wool-felt-mouse-pad.md) - [PC Component Desk Mats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ekloot-mousepad.md) - [Baroque-Style PC Peripherals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ornamental-msi-mouse.md) - [Waterproof Desktop Technology Mats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spillresistant-desk-mat.md) - [Tempered Glass Mouse Mats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glass-mouse-mat.md) - [Aesthetically-Pleasing Computer Peripherals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dune-mouse.md) - [Striking Landscape Desk Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keyboard-wrist-rest.md) - [Practical Matte Desk Pads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-pad.md) - [Wireless Charger-Equipped Mousepads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/avalon-mouse-pad.md)