# Upcycled Movie Disc Crafts The DVD Candle Votives Make a Fun Festive DIY Project By Meghan Young | Published 2013-12-18 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dvd-candle-votives References: [savvysugar](http://www.savvysugar.com/DVD-Votives-32942513) The DVD Candle Votives offer the perfect project for those who need to save a little money this Christmas season. Festive and yet great for any season, it is a [mosaic candle holder](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/qub-candlestick) made out of [old DVD discs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nytt-lys-collection). They have simply been broken into smaller, angular pieces that have then been glued to a [glass votive](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tolo-tea-candle). Conceived by Sarah Lipoff of Savvy Sugar, the DVD Candle Votives look as though they have been made out of a much more expensive material that shiny remnants of a inevitably defunct piece of technology. What's even more, it is classy and simple enough to enhance any existing decor. When a lit candle is placed inside one of the DVD Candle Votives, it casts a stunning pattern on the wall. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.5/10 - Popularity: 57% | Activity: 11% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## 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 - **Upcycling Crafts:** Opportunity for businesses to create innovative DIY projects by transforming old materials into new, functional and stylish products. - **Mosaic Decor:** The trend of using mosaic patterns and designs in home decor provides an opportunity for businesses to create unique and visually appealing products. - **Sustainable DIY:** Growing interest in sustainable living and DIY projects presents an opportunity for businesses to develop eco-friendly crafting ideas that repurpose old materials. ### Where This Applies - **Craft Supplies:** Opportunity for craft supply businesses to provide upcycling materials, such as broken DVDs, to enable consumers to engage in sustainable DIY projects. - **Home Decor:** Home decor industry can capitalize on the trend by offering mosaic-inspired products that add a unique touch to interior design. - **Eco-friendly Products:** Businesses specializing in eco-friendly products can create and market sustainable DIY kits that encourage consumers to repurpose materials and reduce waste. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Upcycled CD Seating Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compact-disc-chair.md) - [Candle Advent Calendars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/candle-advent-calendar.md) - [Luxe Refillable Candle Holders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/les-mondes-de-diptyque.md) - [Festive Brick Centerpieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-christmas-table.md) - [Faux Christmas Candle Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/christmas-table-decoration.md) - [Warm Ambient Candle Holders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reflet.md) - [Sculpted Holiday Candles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pastel-palette.md) - [Vintage-Inspired Candle Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vintageinspired-candle-lamps.md) - [Flat Decorative Holiday Candles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flatyzs-christmas-candles.md)