Used Printer Cartridges Creates Colourful Lamps
Andrew Robichaud — August 5, 2009 — Art & Design
References: etsy & craziestgadgets
Colour ink is not a cheap product these days so why waste it even after it’s gone? Etsy user Boxlightbox has taken the useless containers and made these delightful ink cartridge lamps.
It’s quite a regular task really. You simply attach the empty cartridge to some sort of fitting dock that supports a light and voila, the ink cartridge lamp is complete and illuminates.
It’s a creative innovation (I would’ve NEVER thought of arts and crafts from printer ink cartridges) that would be a unique fit in your computer area. They go from $35 - $200 (big mama).
It’s quite a regular task really. You simply attach the empty cartridge to some sort of fitting dock that supports a light and voila, the ink cartridge lamp is complete and illuminates.
It’s a creative innovation (I would’ve NEVER thought of arts and crafts from printer ink cartridges) that would be a unique fit in your computer area. They go from $35 - $200 (big mama).
Trend Themes
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Upcycling — Repurposing used printer cartridges to create unique lamps opens up opportunities for upcycling in other areas of home decor.
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Sustainable Lighting — The use of empty ink cartridges to create lamps reflects a growing trend towards sustainable lighting solutions that utilize existing materials rather than consuming new resources.
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DIY Home Decor — The popularity of these DIY ink lamps indicates a larger trend in the home decor industry towards customizable and unique decor pieces that consumers can create themselves.
Industry Implications
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Consumer Electronics — Consumer electronics companies could explore opportunities to create sustainable lighting solutions that prioritize the use of existing materials and reduce waste.
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Home Decor — The upcycling trend seen in these ink lamps presents a disruptive innovation opportunity for the home decor industry to rethink existing product lines and create more eco-friendly alternatives.
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Craft Supplies — Craft supply companies could capitalize on the DIY trend by offering more creative and sustainable materials for consumers to create their own unique projects.
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