# Children's Cross-Stitch Kits Seedling's Cactus Embroidery Kit Encourages Hands-On Play By Jana Pijak | Published 2016-07-18 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crossstitch-kit References: [seedling](https://www.seedling.com/products/cross-stitch-cactus-kit) Seedling's cactus cross-stitch kit is designed for creative kids and is a product that encourages hands-on learning. The crafty toy consists of a circular stitching template, embroidery fabrics, needles and even [colored thread](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cactus-leather-embroidery-collection). Each DIY kit also includes colored pencils and wooden beads that offer even more customization options for children. In an age where too much [screen time](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/screenfree-learning-kits) is often an issue for parents with small kids, Seedling aims to encourage creative play with its vast product range. The crafty brand for kids carries a myriad of [DIY kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/craft-starter-kit) including those inspired by fairy tales, competitive sports or engineering. Inviting kids to play the old fashioned way and without technology, this low-tech toy is reflective of a new wave of nostalgic toys that are being marketed to a modern generation. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.4/10 - Popularity: 54% | Activity: 71% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/toys) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Nostalgic Toys for Kids:** Creative toy brands can tap into the market for nostalgic toys that encourage traditional, low-tech play. - **Hands-on Learning:** With the increasing concern over screen time, products that offer hands-on learning opportunities for kids are in high-demand. - **Customizable Crafting Kits:** Crafting kits with customization options can cater to the individual interests of children and promote creativity. ### Where This Applies - **Toy Industry:** The toy industry can innovate by bringing back classic toys for a new generation and marketing them as a way to promote non-digital play. - **Education Industry:** Hands-on learning products like craft kits can be a valuable tool for educators and parents who want to supplement traditional teaching methods. - **Arts and Crafts Industry:** The arts and crafts industry has an opportunity to tap into the kids' market through product lines that offer customizable and interactive craft kits. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [DIY Embroidery Ornaments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diy-stitched-ornament-kits.md) - [Crystal Floral Arrangement Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diy-crystal-floral-kits.md) - [Kid's Felt Building Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/knop-knop.md) - [Playful Crochet Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crochet-collection.md) - [Astronomy Embroidery Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-map-11-hoop-kit.md) - [STEM Gardening Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/organic-terrarium-kids-grow-kit.md) - [Educational Insect Puzzle Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/makerkid-kits.md) - [Kid-Friendly Birdhouse Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kidfriendly-birdhouse-kit.md) - [Children Gardening Toy Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lets-explore-flower-gardening-play-set.md)