# Toys From Trash Found Object Assemblage By Going Like Sixty | Published 2007-11-29 | Unique Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/get-dad-one-cool-gift-this-christmas-toys-from-trash References: [matchup](http://www.matchup.com/search_results.php?artist=93) These whimsical originals are called "[Found Object Assemblage](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/assemblage-7-lost-and-found-ii)." They are all one-of-a-kind hand made gizmos created by Jay Garrison, an artist that scours flea markets, garage sales, thrift sales and the like to assemble them with screws, nuts and bolt. The Plano, TX inventor puffs and polishes the metal parts to bring out the luster. Christmas gift idea for dad? **Implications** - The use of [old, thrown-out pieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/furniture-capsule-1) as a medium for art ensures that the final work bears a charming [vintage aesthetic](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/back-to-basics-ii) that today's consumer is very attracted to. The allure of these retro-inspired pieces comes from a sense of nostalgia and romanticism of a time far away from today's digitized age. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.4/10 - Popularity: 76% | Activity: 17% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Unique](https://www.trendhunter.com/unique) > [Inventions](https://www.trendhunter.com/inventions) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Vintage Aesthetic:** Providers can tap into the growing consumer demand for retro-inspired pieces that exude a charming vintage aesthetic. - **Upcycled Art:** Artists and entrepreneurs can capitalize on the trend of using old, discarded pieces to create unique and environmentally-friendly artwork. - **Nostalgic Appeal:** There is an opportunity to cater to consumers' desire for products that evoke nostalgia and a sense of romanticism from a bygone era. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Art and Design:** Artists and designers can explore the use of found objects and upcycled materials to create innovative and unique artworks. - **Home Decor:** The home decor industry can incorporate vintage-inspired elements and upcycled materials to offer consumers one-of-a-kind and sustainable design options. - **Gifts and Collectibles:** Entrepreneurs can curate and market a range of vintage-style and upcycled products as unique gifts and collectibles for a niche consumer market. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Abandoned Bikes-Turned Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/objects-from-frames.md) - [Repurposed Vintage Apple Computers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/repurposed-vintage-apple-computers.md) - [Repurposed Studio Scrap Pottery](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/daon-pottery.md) - [Kinetic Art Objects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/la-machine.md) - [Recycled Collectible Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/recyclings.md) - [Recycled Lighting Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nytt-lys-collection.md) - [Resin Hardware Revivals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meta-hardware.md) - [Sophisticated Upcycled Home Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/basket-sculptures.md) - [Sustainable Creative Craft Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fyrn-studio-series.md)