# Coiled Cardboard Candy Canes This DIY Candy Cane Decoration is Made from Simple Toilet Paper Tubes By Tana Makmanee | Published 2013-12-19 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/candy-cane-decoration References: [kixcereal](http://www.kixcereal.com/kix-cereal-cardboard-tube-candy-cane-decoration/) This DIY candy cane decoration showcases how to easily transform a few toilet paper tubes into a wonderfully festive Christmas decoration. When it comes to celebrating the holiday season, there's nothing more festive and delectable to eat than red and white striped candy canes. And if you're looking to infuse more than just the candy itself into your home this season, then this DIY candy cane decoration will offer you some handy tips on how to create one with just a few easy steps. Once you've gathered a few toilet paper tubes, some paint and yarn, simply cut the tubes into coils and wrap them around to form that infamous candy cane shape. Featured on the site 'Kix Cereal,' this DIY project is a great way to make festive decorations with materials you most likely have at home. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.1/10 - Popularity: 39% | Activity: 15% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [DIY](https://www.trendhunter.com/diy) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Upcycled Decor:** Opportunities for businesses to create new and innovative products from waste materials like toilet paper tubes. - **DIY Holiday Decorations:** Opportunities for businesses to create DIY tutorials and project kits for consumers looking to create festive decor at home. - **Sustainable Crafting:** Opportunities for businesses to offer environmentally conscious crafting supplies and project ideas to consumers. ### Who This Affects Most - **Craft Supplies:** Businesses in the craft supply industry can market environmentally friendly materials and tutorials for upcycled decorations. - **Home Decor:** Businesses in the home decor industry can create and sell DIY project kits for consumers looking to create festive decor at home. - **Sustainability:** Businesses focused on sustainability can promote eco-friendly crafting supplies and tutorials to their target audience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Shopping-Friendly Candy Cane Packaging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/candy-cane-bucket.md) - [Snack Cake-Flavored Candy Canes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/twinkies-candy-canes.md) - [Confetti Cake Candy Canes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/funfetti-candy-canes.md) - [Candy Cane Openers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-brachs-cane-opener.md) - [Festive Bamboo Tissues Papers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stackatree.md) - [Festively Painted Toilet Paper](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bim-bam-boo-jingle-rolls-toilet-paper.md) - [Holiday Ham-Flavored Candy Canes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hamdy-canes.md) - [Festively Flavored Toothpastes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/candy-cane-toothpaste.md) - [Festive Candy-Inspired Undergarments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stripe-stare-candy-cane-collection.md)