# Unique Writing Instruments The Graphite Paintbrush Writing Instrument is a Conversation Piece By Caitlyn Fernandez | Published 2021-12-17 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/graphite-paintbrush-writing-instrument References: [uncommongoods](https://www.uncommongoods.com/product/graphite-paintbrush-writing-instrument) & [uncommongoods](https://www.uncommongoods.com/product/graphite-paintbrush-writing-instrument)  Stationary lovers will love Kelly Barker’s ‘Graphite Paintbrush Writing Instrument.’ The solid piece of graphite is hand-carved into its intricate paintbrush shape. Writers and doodlers can hold its body without the typical smudging graphite is known for due to it being dipped in palm oil. The Graphite Paintbrush Writing Instrument is eco-friendly as it is 100% compostable and is tree-free. It does not need a [special kind of sharpener](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pencil-sharpener-1) to get a pointed tip on the paintbrush shape as the graphite can be ground and molded with fine sandpaper. It is an unconventional [writing tool](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hoverpen) that stands out among [regular pens and pencils](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/writing-instruments). Consumers can write their grocery lists, notes, papers and doodle away by purchasing the Graphite Paintbrush Writing Instrument on the Uncommon Goods website. Image Credit: Uncommon Goods ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.2/10 - Popularity: 94% | Activity: 80% | Freshness: 11% - 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) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Eco-friendly Writing Tools:** There is an opportunity to innovate and create more eco-friendly writing tools that are biodegradable and sustainable. - **Unconventional Writing Tools:** There is an opportunity to create new and unique writing tools that stand out among regular pens and pencils. - **Hand-carved Writing Instruments:** There is an opportunity to create hand-carved writing instruments that showcase intricate designs and appeal to stationary lovers. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Stationery:** The stationery industry can explore eco-friendly and unconventional writing tool options to appeal to consumers who want sustainable and unique products. - **Art Supplies:** The art supplies industry can explore hand-carved writing instrument options that appeal to artists and stationary lovers who want tools that are both functional and visually appealing. - **Crafts:** The crafts industry can explore opportunities to create and sell DIY kits for consumers to create their own unique and sustainable writing tools. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sculptural Writing Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/experimental-pencils.md) - [Dental Instrument-Inspired Pens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handwriting-tool.md) - [Stone-Grip Conical Pencils](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aluminum-sphere.md) - [Striking Writing Tool Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zenith7-desk-pen.md) - [Minimalist Professional Writing Utensils](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ystudio-stat-series.md) - [Elevated Ballpoint Pen Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paperlux-studio.md) - [Woven Bamboo Writing Utensils](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bamboo-weave-pens.md) - [Recycled Plastic Writing Utensils](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mechanical-drop-pencil.md) - [Modernized Desktop Pencil Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grovemade-x-blackwing-pencil-kit.md)