# Fantasy Phone Thrones This DIY Game of Thrones Phone Holder Looks Like the Infamous Iron Throne By M | Published 2014-07-13 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/game-of-thrones-phone References: [boredpanda](http://www.boredpanda.com/diy-iron-throne-phone-stand-game-of-thrones/) & [imgur](http://imgur.com/gallery/mPaNi) One dedicated Game of Thrones fan recently made this super nerdy [Game of Thrones phone stander](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acestand-2) shaped like a miniature replica of the Iron Throne from the hit fantasy show. This step by step tutorial teaches you how to turn pink styrofoam and plastic cocktail swords into an epic replica of the Iron Throne. In the world of the Game of Thrones, whoever sits on the Iron Throne controls the Seven Kingdoms. Then by extension, having the Iron Throne as your smartphone holder means that you're the king -- or queen -- of Westeros. To make this fun [fantasy phone holder](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/phone-sleep), begin by cutting out a chair-like shape from a piece of pink styrofoam. Add tiny straps of leather and plastic cocktail swords with a glue gun and spray paint the throne an eerie dark gray. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.3/10 - Popularity: 81% | Activity: 70% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **DIY Phone Holders:** The trend of creating DIY phone holders using recycled materials allows for more personalized and unique phone accessories. - **Fantasy-themed Phone Accessories:** A rise in creating fantasy-themed phone accessories presents opportunities for niche markets looking to appeal to specific fandoms. - **Geek Culture DIY Projects:** DIY projects based on geek culture such as Game of Thrones can tap into the loyal and dedicated fan base for increased engagement and sales. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Telecommunications:** Telecommunications companies can capitalize on the trend of creating personalized phone accessories by partnering with DIY content creators and offering unique phone holder kits. - **Craft Supplies:** Craft supply companies can target the growing market of DIY enthusiasts by creating specific product lines for fantasy-themed projects like the Game of Thrones phone holder. - **Pop Culture Merchandise:** Pop culture merchandise retailers can expand their offerings by incorporating DIY projects like the fantasy-themed phone holder, appealing to fans who want to make their own merchandise. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Fantasy Book Tech Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/throne-of-glass.md) - [Hex Wrench Smartphone Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/workingmans-sword.md) - [Fantasy-Inspired Soap Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dr-squatch-1.md) - [Cable Storage Smartphone Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hold-the-phone-stand.md) - [Adjustable Geared Smartphone Holders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3dprinted-smartphone-holder.md) - [Cement-Made Smartphone Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artifox-monument.md) - [Superhero-Themed Headphone Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3dprinted-headphone-stands.md) - [Superhero-Themed Block Pen Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-lord-helmet.md) - [Exquisite AI-Designed Thrones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/throne-design.md)