# DIY Couch Cushions Turn Your Eco Tote Bags Into Throw Pillows By Tisah Tucknott | Published 2009-05-30 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cushions-eco-tote-bag-throw-pillows References: [treehugger](http://www.treehugger.com/files/2009/05/what-to-do-with-reusable-bags.php) & [notcot](http://www.notcot.com/archives/2009/05/tote_bags_as_th.php) If you have too many eco tote bags lying around, you can always turn them into unique throw pillows. NotCot has come up with this new idea of making use of reusable bags. Labeled as recession chic and multi-purpose, all you have to do is stuff your tote bag full of cotton to make your own [couch cushions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rio-pouffe)! **Implications** - The rise in environmentalism led to a plethora of "[eco-friendly](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-tote-of-hope)" [reusable tote bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/versatile-bags-for-essentials) sold at grocery stores, beauty boutiques and other retail shops -- a stunt meant to boost profits and reinforce the "green" message. The DIY movement has in turn embraced these tote bags, turning them into cushions that convey the owners' focus on sustainability and recycling. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.9/10 - Popularity: 64% | Activity: 76% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, 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 ### What's Driving This Trend - **DIY Cushion Making:** The DIY movement has embraced repurposing reusable tote bags into cushions, reflecting a focus on sustainability and recycling. - **Reusing Eco Tote Bags:** The rise in environmentalism has led to a trend of repurposing eco tote bags, such as turning them into unique throw pillows. - **Multi-purpose Home Decor:** The concept of using items for multiple purposes is gaining traction in home decor, as seen in the trend of turning reusable bags into couch cushions. ### Who This Affects Most - **Home Decor:** The trend of repurposing reusable tote bags into cushions presents opportunities for innovative home decor products and services. - **Retail:** Retailers can capitalize on the trend of reusing eco tote bags by offering products or services that encourage creativity and sustainability, such as customized cushion-making kits. - **Eco-friendly Products:** The demand for eco-friendly products is driving the trend of repurposing reusable tote bags, creating opportunities for businesses that emphasize sustainability and upcycling. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Handcrafted Rustic Pillow Covers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pillow-cover.md) - [Stylish Cooler Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tote-cooler.md) - [Convenience-Focused Upcycled Tote Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/out-of-the-ocean1.md) - [Transformed Carry-All Pillow Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/resten.md) - [Envelope-Packaged Couch Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/couch-in-an-envelope.md) - [Inflatable Tote-Style Seats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bag-sofa.md) - [Leather Waste Beanbag Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fourtenths.md) - [Upcycled Carrying Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coastline-ecosmart.md) - [Upcycled Designer Pillows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kara.md)