# Personal Toy-Shaped Chopsticks These Foldable Chopsticks are Cute and Compact Eating Utensils By Jen Chae | Published 2013-06-26 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/foldable-chopsticks References: [sodahome.net](http://sodahome.net/en/cutlery-sets/437-mr-lee-portable-chopsticks-qualy.html) These foldable chopsticks by Thailand-based company Qualy let you play with your eating utensils. These [LEGO](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/funamori-platter-set)-like chopsticks called 'Mr. & Mrs. Lee' are perfect for [on-the-go eaters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/to-go-collection) -- the utensils can be conveniently put away into a miniature toy-like case when not in use. Keeping the environment in mind, Qualy wanted to cut down the waste from [disposable chopsticks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/holy-carp-packaging) by designing chopsticks that are just as convenient to carry around. The quirky products are also personalized for males and females specifically. The chopsticks themselves are designed to be extendable and retractable for storage purposes. The toy-like cases, where the chopsticks are kept, snap open and closed. Mr. and Mrs. Lee safely conceal your eating utensils so that they are small enough to be conveniently tucked away in your pocket or purse. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.0/10 - Popularity: 64% | Activity: 77% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Toy-shaped Eating Utensils:** Opportunity to design playful and fun eating utensils to make meals more enjoyable. - **Eco-friendly Chopsticks:** Opportunity to create sustainable chopsticks for on-the-go eaters. - **Compact Tableware:** Opportunity to design small and convenient tableware for easy storage and transportation. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Kitchenware:** Creating innovative tableware for a unique dining experience. - **Sustainability:** Designing eco-friendly products for a better future. - **Toy-making:** Utilizing the principles of toy-making to create unique and playful eating utensils. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Aesthetically Functional Chopsticks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/restless-chopsticks-tableware.md) - [Five-In-One Titanium EDC Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/titanium-edc-tool.md) - [Interchangeable All-in-One Cutlery](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pinchy-cutlery.md) - [Flatpack Metal Utensil Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uphold-cutlery.md) - [Card-Size Travel Cutlery](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/travel-cutlery.md) - [Aesthetically Pleasing Cutlery Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pocket-utensil-set.md) - [Culture-Honoring Spiralled Chopsticks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rassen-chopstick.md) - [Durable Sustainable Cutlery Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lollo.md) - [Ergonomic Instant Noodle Forks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nendo-x-nissin-the-fork.md)