# DIY Slingshot Toys Pied Piper's Build-Your-Own Slingshot Kit Revives a Retro Pastime By Jana Pijak | Published 2016-07-01 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diy-slingshot References: [rodales](http://www.rodales.com/build-your-own-slingshot-kit/E004412.html?dwvar_E004412_color=A01&categoryid=new-kids) Pied Piper's [DIY slingshot kit](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sculpd-pottery-kit) revives the retro toy for a new generation of kids. The product is priced at a $22 rate and consists of 6 pieces -- a Buckthorn branch with two ends, an artificial sinew, a leather pouch, natural rubber tubing and a handy instruction manual. Synonymous with [nostalgic outdoor play](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/king-swings), slingshots are a retro toy that was a hit among boys who grew up before video games. In addition to allowing children to create their very own DIY slingshot toy, this kit also encourages creativity and teaches them simple woodworking techniques that they will be able to apply as they grow older. Handmade in Minnesota, these toy kits discourage screen time and instead revive a retro pastime that is meant to be enjoyed outdoors. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.1/10 - Popularity: 34% | Activity: 20% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **DIY Slingshot Toys:** Opportunity to tap into the growing trend of nostalgia by offering DIY kits for retro toys like slingshots. - **Outdoor Play:** Innovation opportunities to create products and experiences that encourage kids to engage in outdoor play, away from screens. - **Creative Learning:** Potential for educational toys and kits that combine hands-on creativity with learning new skills. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Toy Manufacturing:** Disruptive innovation opportunities for toy manufacturers to cater to the demand for nostalgic toys and DIY kits. - **Woodworking:** Innovative woodworking tools, materials, and resources can support the DIY trend and promote craftsmanship. - **Outdoor Recreation:** Opportunity to create outdoor recreational spaces and activities that appeal to both children and adults. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Kid-Friendly Birdhouse Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kidfriendly-birdhouse-kit.md) - [DIY Music Boxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/make-your-own-music.md) - [Adult-Targeted Foam Disc Blasters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/disc-blaster.md) - [Kid's Felt Building Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/knop-knop.md) - [DIY Arcade Game Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thunderstick-grs-buildacade.md) - [Wooden Military Replica Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/m142-himars.md) - [Dinosaur Tile STEAM Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dino-adventure-pack.md) - [Geometric Design Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-little-toy-by-eames-office.md) - [Natural Scavenger Hunt Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scavenger-hunt-toy.md)