# DIY Papercraft Gadgets These Gadgets and Decor Pieces Add Quirky Flair to Any Space By Dennis Lohmann | Published 2016-10-30 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/decorative-papercraft References: [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1161336230/paperesk-vol-2-new-eye-catching-papercraft-models) & [paperesk](http://www.paperesk.com) Made using 100% paper, this new collection of papercraft offers consumers and fans of paper art an opportunity to create mid-size paper designs that serve both as decor and handy gadgets for the home and the office. Including cute animals such as squirrels and dogs, and even a [mock speaker that holds your phone](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kogani), the collection offers a finished product that is quirky and a design process that is enjoyable despite being so precise. With new fresh designs, this collection wants to grow its variety and provide consumers with even more fun with [cutting, folding and assembling](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3d-building-puzzle). Each design comes as a delivered booklet or printable PDFs with cut-out forms and building instructions. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.5/10 - Popularity: 48% | Activity: 78% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: 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) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Paper Art:** Opportunity to innovate in the paper art industry with new designs and techniques. - **DIY Crafts:** Disruptive innovation potential in the DIY crafts industry by offering unique papercraft gadgets. - **Functional Decor:** Innovation opportunity in the home decor industry by creating quirky and functional papercraft designs. ### Where This Applies - **Art Supplies:** Potential for disruptive innovation in the art supplies industry with new paper-based products. - **Craft Materials:** Opportunity to innovate in the craft materials industry with innovative paper-related products. - **Home Decor:** Disruptive innovation potential in the home decor industry by incorporating papercraft gadgets. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [3-D Card Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/6-popup-animal-cards-to-make.md) - [Flat-Pack Paper Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tsubomi.md) - [Recycled Paper Pulp Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modular-lamp1.md) - [Korean Game-Inspired Desk Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/playful-desk-accessories.md) - [Posh Paper Craft-Inspired Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/japandi-lamp.md) - [Paper-Formed Premium Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pastille.md) - [Hacking-Friendly Decor Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ikeahack-collection.md) - [Eco Paper Crafting Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paper-fx.md) - [Folded Paper Figures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clara-von-zweibergk.md)