# Personalized Markers The Fraser Ross DIY Pen is Custom-Designed to Your Preference By Jamie Danielle Munro | Published 2011-07-17 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fraser-ross-diy-pen References: [ohgizmo](http://www.ohgizmo.com/2011/07/13/fraser-ross-diy-flatpack-pen/) & [fraser-ross](http://fraser-ross.com/#1403572/DIY-Pen) This [Fraser Ross](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fraserlivingstone) DIY Pen is the perfect fit for anyone who has ever wanted to put their own flair into a [writing utensil](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/experimental-pencils). The design comes in a package, and it's up to the buyer to put the pen together. The pen comes in various colors, from a dark black to fluorescent yellow. To get a sense of how the pen is constructed, take a look at the video. The only part that takes some time is putting the cover on at the end with a hot device. Other than that, you have a custom-made pen for an affordable price! **Implications** - With so many products being pushed on consumers, many individuals prefer to have a say in what they buy. [DIY options](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/buildabox-bundle) are a great way to appeal to the consumer looking to adjust his commodities just as much as the provider. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.1/10 - Popularity: 22% | Activity: 34% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## 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 - **DIY Customization:** The rise in demand for DIY customization allows consumers to have a personal touch in their products. - **User-driven Products:** Consumers are increasingly seeking products that give them control over design and personalization. - **Affordable Personalization:** Affordable personalized products are a disruptive innovation opportunity, catering to consumer desire for uniqueness without breaking the bank. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Stationery:** The stationery industry can capitalize on the trend of personalized markers by offering customizable writing utensils. - **Craft Supplies:** The craft supplies industry can seize the opportunity by providing DIY kits and materials for consumers to customize their own markers. - **Gift and Novelty:** The gift and novelty industry can tap into the DIY customization trend by offering personalized markers as unique and customizable gifts. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Magnetic Toy-Like Writing Utensils](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magnetdabbles.md) - [Performance-Driven Pen Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/p3n-pen.md) - [DIY Whisky Bottles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diy-whisky-bottle.md) - [Ergonomic 3D-Printed Pens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3dprinted-pen.md) - [Luxurious Writing Instruments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/writing-instruments.md) - [Unique Writing Instruments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/graphite-paintbrush-writing-instrument.md) - [Ceremonious Writing Utensils](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aestus-signature-pen.md) - [Customization-Friendly Multitools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gerber-centerdrive.md) - [Striking Writing Tool Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zenith7-desk-pen.md)