# Eraser Creation Kits Klutz's Mini Kits Help Kids to Sculpt Their Own DIY Erasers By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2019-02-14 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diy-eraser References: [prnewswire](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/klutz-introduces-27-new-inventive-craft-and-activity-kits-at-toy-fair-2019-booth-2723-300794364.html) & [klutz](http://www.klutz.com) At the [New York Toy Fair](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-york-toy-fair), Klutz is introducing an all-new line of Mini Kits, which help kids to engage in a variety of quick activities to create projects like their own [DIY erasers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/make-it-mini-makeup). The 'Make Mini Erasers' are offered in a variety of fun themes like Cuties, Animals, Sweets and Aliens, some of which offer clay that's pastel-colored, glittery, neon or able to glow in the dark. The small DIY eraser kits include everything that's needed to complete the craft, including a [sculpting tool, colorful clay](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sculpd-pottery-kit) and an instruction book for making more than a dozen fun eraser shapes. The line of Klutz Mini Kits also includes a Grow Your Own Crystal Animal craft that can be completed in various themes. Due to their compact size, the Klutz Mini Kits are said to make perfect impulse purchases. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.6/10 - Popularity: 38% | Activity: 61% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Youth](https://www.trendhunter.com/youth) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **DIY Eraser Sculpting:** Toy companies can capitalize on the trend of DIY crafts by offering eraser sculpting kits for kids and young adults. - **Theme-based Craft Kits:** Craft companies can appeal to different niche markets by offering theme-based craft kits like the Klutz Mini Kit themes such as Cuties, Animals, Sweets and Aliens. - **Compact DIY Kits:** Small, compact, and easy-to-complete DIY craft kits like Klutz Mini Kits can cater to impulse buyers looking for quick and fun activities. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Toy Manufacturing:** Toy companies can explore creating various DIY craft kits and appeal to kids and young adults who seek fun and engaging activities. - **Craft Industry:** The craft industry can benefit by expanding their offerings to include theme-based craft kits and capitalize on the DIY trend. - **Retail Industry:** By selling small, compact, and easy-to-complete DIY craft kits like Klutz Mini Kits, retailers can cater to impulse buyers looking for affordable and entertaining activities. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [DIY Food Collectibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miniverse-make-it-mini-from-scratch.md) - [Customizable Pen Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pen-creator-studio.md) - [Crystal Floral Arrangement Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diy-crystal-floral-kits.md) - [Miniature Baking Collectibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-food.md) - [Mess-Free Eco Craft Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/create-n-colour.md) - [Sensory DIY Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/silly-putty-nuggets-mixin-lab.md) - [Tape Crafting Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nano-tape.md) - [Tiny Pet Habitat Collectibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miniverse-make-it-mini-animals.md) - [DIY Miniature Science Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diy-volcano-in-a-box.md)