# DIY Engraving Blade Sets The Heirloom Scrimshaw Knife Kit Allows People to Engrave the Handle By Meghan Young | Published 2014-01-18 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heirloom-scrimshaw-knife-kit References: [uncrate](http://uncrate.com/stuff/scrimshaw-knife-kit/) & [mollyjogger](http://www.mollyjogger.com/products/scrimshaw-heirloom-knife-kit) Revolving around the engravings, scrollwork and carvings done on ivory and bone, specifically by whalers out at sea, the Heirloom Scrimshaw Knife Kit allows interested parties to create their own artworks. It provides everything needed to undertake such a project. These tools include a steel point scribe, india ink, a bamboo tracing tool, carbon paper, steel wool, and sample pictures with instructions for carving. Of course, the key piece of the Heirloom Scrimshaw Knife Kit is the [knife itself](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-task-knife) complete with a [bone handle](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shirasagi-knife) ready for a person's artwork. In spite of the sample pictures provided, people can carve whatever they like into the handle. Whether personalizing it with their initials or a theme more suitable to their lifestyle, it will stand out. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.9/10 - Popularity: 77% | Activity: 61% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: 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 ### What's Driving This Trend - **DIY Engraving Kits:** Kits that allow people to engrave their own artworks are becoming popular. - **Personalized Knife Handles:** Customizable knife handles are a growing trend in the handmade crafts market. - **Resurgence of Scrimshaw Art:** Scrimshaw art is becoming more popular with DIY enthusiasts and those looking for unique, handmade gifts. ### Who This Affects Most - **Handmade Craft Supplies:** There is a growing market for DIY craft supplies, including engraving kits and personalized knife handles. - **Specialty Knife Manufacturers:** Companies that offer customizable knife handles have an opportunity to tap into the growing trend of personalized handcrafted items. - **Art Supply Retailers:** Retailers of art supplies can capitalize on the resurgence of scrimshaw art by offering specialized tools and kits to DIY enthusiasts. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Multifunctional EDC Scalpels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/precision-scalpel-set.md) - [Mini Wireless Engraver Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-electric-engraving-pen.md) - [Advanced Ultrasonic Hobby Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hozo-design-neoblade.md) - [Elegant Everyday Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/damascus.md) - [DIY Leather Keychain Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diy-keychain-kit.md) - [Enamel Mandala Pocket Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mti-mandala-edc-knife.md) - [Collaborative Artistic Pocket Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wesn-x-the-real-fun-henry-co-pocket-knife.md) - [Customizable Ring Print Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/signet-print-kit.md) - [Artisan Customized Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/customized-knives.md)