# Macho DIYer Manuals 'Dude Crafts' Packs Over 50 Projects for Guys to Try Out By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2018-12-01 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dude-crafts References: [dudeiwantthat](http://www.dudeiwantthat.com/entertainment/books/dude-crafts.asp) & [amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/0760357781//ref=cm_sw_su_dp?tag=trenhunt0f-20) The *Dude Crafts: The Man's Guide to Practical Projects, Backyard Ballistics, and Glorious Gags* book has been created to offer guys a dedicated way to ensure they always have a project to work on when feeling crafty. Penned by Mike Warren, the book contains over 50 projects that range from useful to strange, which will come as welcome news to DIYers who find themselves feeling restless on a Sunday afternoon. Such projects include making an [iPad](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/henri-matisse-x-casetify) cover from an old book, creating your own [Swiss army knife keychain](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smith-blade), crafting the perfect prank to play on a colleague and more. The *Dude Crafts: The Man's Guide to Practical Projects, Backyard Ballistics, and Glorious Gags* book offers [step-by-step instructions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-product-design-book) that make it perfect for beginners looking to foray into the maker world. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.6/10 - Popularity: 45% | Activity: 55% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [DIY](https://www.trendhunter.com/diy) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Dude Crafts:** This trend highlights the growing demand for DIY projects and practical crafts specifically targeted towards men. - **Practical Projects:** The rise of practical DIY projects indicates a shift towards functional and useful crafts that serve a purpose in everyday life. - **Backyard Ballistics:** The inclusion of backyard-themed projects and experiments reflects the trend of incorporating outdoor activities into DIY projects for men. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Craft and DIY:** This industry can cater to the rising demand for DIY projects specifically designed for men, offering resources, tools, and materials. - **Publishing:** The growing popularity of DIY projects for men presents an opportunity for publishers to release specialized books and guides targeting this niche market. - **Tech Accessories:** The trend of repurposing old items, such as books, to create tech accessories like iPad covers suggests an emerging market for unique and personalized tech accessories. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Male-Targeted Yoga Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yoga-for-the-inflexible-male.md) - [Hilarious Backside Grooming Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dude-wipes-2.md) - [Craft Starter Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/craft-starter-kit.md) - [Immersive DIY Conventions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diy-con.md) - [DIY Wristwatch Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mechanical-wristwatch-building-kit.md) - [DIY Home-Centric Intricate Toolkits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tinkr-toolkit.md) - [DIY Home Maintenance Toolkits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tinkr.md) - [Tech Culture Guides](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/techbro-handbook.md) - [Portable Multipurpose Toolkits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xcraft.md)