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# Handmade Nerderific Figurines
FatCat Studio Sells Custom Painted Geek Collectibles

By Jamesoryan | Published 2009-09-29 | Art & Design
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fatcat-studios
References: [etsy](http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=8148851) & [fatcatstudio](http://www.fatcatstudio.com)

Trekkies and Star Trek fans alike will love these little collectibles. They're are made by [Etsy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3dprinted-cookie-cutters) artist FatCat Studios. How would you like to have a little Captain Kirk with mythical tribbles sitting at your desk? Well, now you can finally have one. These are definitely not your average [action figures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-toys-2).

For more awesome [geek collectibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/san-diego-comiccon), you can check out FatCat Studios for some amazing Star Wars and comic book hero figurines.

**Implications** - In modern society, an overwhelming number of products are constantly being introduced into the market. With the majority of these products being mass-produced, many consumers are often looking for something with more authentic or one-of-a-kind qualities. Businesses that offer this to consumers will likely see large returns.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 0.5/10
- Popularity: 6% | Activity: 2% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women
- Primary generations: Millennial
- Top markets: North America, Europe

## Categories

[Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design)

## Key Themes

### Why This Trend Is Growing

- **Handmade Collectibles:** The trend of handmade collectibles offers disruptive innovation opportunities for businesses to cater to consumers' desire for unique products.
- **Geek Culture:** The trend of geek culture provides disruptive innovation opportunities for businesses to create unique and personalized products for passionate fans.
- **Custom Figurines:** The trend of custom figurines offers disruptive innovation opportunities for businesses to tap into consumers' desire for personalized and niche products.

### Industries Being Reshaped

- **Artisanal Collectibles:** The artisanal collectibles industry can cater to consumers' preference for unique, handmade and personalized products.
- **Geek Merchandise:** The geek merchandise industry has the potential to create personalized and unique products for passionate fans who seek further engagement with their favorite franchises.
- **Custom Toy Manufacturing:** The custom toy manufacturing industry can cater to consumers' desire for niche and personalized products that cater to their individual interests and preferences.

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