# DIY Re-Purposed Tree Limbs The Gabriel Rutledge Branch Hooks are Eco-Tastical By Jennifer Gosnell | Published 2012-05-18 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gabriel-rutledge-branch-hooks References: [core77](http://www.core77.com/blog/object_culture/putting_dead_tree_branches_to_good_use_as_household_hooks_22461.asp) & [etsy](http://www.etsy.com/listing/96029774/maple-branch-key-chain-andor-necklace) In keeping with the green movement, [Etsy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sustainable-christmas-tree-alternative) seller [Gabriel Rutledge](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/woven-chair-designs) has offered a fantastic way to re-purpose dead or useless tree branches. Cutting them and using their unique qualities to showcase your jewelry, keychains, or clothes, the trees get a second life as a high-end looking, adorable hook for your house. Useful, inexpensive and just plain awesome, these hangers are ideal for nature lovers or anyone who has an interest in either being unique and/or green. With a simple concept, these huge-impact home decorations are sold through her Etsy store or as a DIY craft for the more adventurous. A marvelous design idea and a crafty [eco-friendly home decor](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/basket-sculptures) adornment with multi-purpose, these DIY Gabriel Rutledge branch hooks are a great project to tackle. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.9/10 - Popularity: 78% | Activity: 62% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Eco-friendly Home Decor:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop sustainable and repurposed materials for home decor products. - **DIY Crafts:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create DIY kits and platforms to support and inspire creative projects. - **Sustainable Fashion Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design fashion accessories using repurposed and natural materials. ### Who This Affects Most - **Home Decor:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate eco-friendly materials and designs into mainstream home decor products. - **Craft Supplies:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop sustainable and affordable materials for DIY enthusiasts. - **Fashion Retail:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Offer fashion accessories made from sustainable and unique materials. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Resin Hardware Revivals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meta-hardware.md) - [Sporty Climbing-Inspired Hangers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grip-hanger.md) - [Living Storage Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/treevive.md) - [Repurposed Wooden Vessels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/darren-appiagyei.md) - [Artsy Hanging Plants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wooden-air-plant-mobile.md) - [Jewelry-Like Handbag Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elegant-hook-options.md) - [Smiley Clothing Wall Hooks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/itsahook.md) - [Quirky Structural Clothes Hangers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hang-we.md) - [Tree Sap-Binding Timber Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/salvage-and-sap.md)