# iPod Got Wood Gorgeous Handmade Wood Cases By Ayman | Published 2008-03-02 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ipod-wood-cases References: [gizmodo](http://gizmodo.com/358094/hand+carved-wooden-ipod-cases-deliver-a-touch-of-class) & [etsy](http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=5555644) Wanna protect your iPod touch or iPod video in a stylish, environmental and natural way? Check out these stylishly abstract and organic handcrafted cases from Massachusetts artist [mjdinsmore](http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=5555644). The collection is crafted from cedar and mahogany, and features intricate details such as inlays, dovetails and mortised lids with three coats of a hand rubbed paste wax finish. Cases sell for $30 to $80 depending on the wood. **Implications** - As technology continues to saturate North American markets, there's a general backlash from consumers wanting to incorporate more [organic objects into their lives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/collection-of-cases). As such, the popularity of nature-themed products is on the rise. Technology corporations can easily combat this stigma and appeal to the nature-loving demographic by utilizing faux organic textiles for fashion products. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 34% | Activity: 27% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Rise of Nature-themed Products:** The popularity of nature-themed products is on the rise as consumers want to incorporate more organic objects into their lives. - **Backlash Against Technology:** As technology saturates the market, there is a general backlash from consumers who seek a more natural lifestyle. - **Faux Organic Textiles in Fashion:** Technology corporations have an opportunity to combat the stigma of being too tech-focused by utilizing faux organic textiles for fashion products. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Consumer Electronics:** Consumer electronics companies can tap into the rise of nature-themed products and offer gadgets with natural-looking designs. - **Handcrafted Goods:** The handcrafted goods industry can capitalize on the demand for organic and nature-inspired products by creating unique and eco-friendly options. - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can embrace the trend of faux organic textiles and create fashionable clothing and accessories that appeal to the nature-loving demographic. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Timber eSports Computer Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cyberwood-pc-case.md) - [Sustainable Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iphone-13-case.md) - [Baroque-Style Earbud Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-case.md) - [Wood Driver Earbuds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/victor-wood-master.md) - [Special-Edition Wood PC Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/proart-pa401.md) - [Timber Technology Power Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-charging-station.md) - [Compostable Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ecoblvd-mojave-collection.md) - [Sustainable Premium Wooden Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oakywood.md) - [Nostalgic Watch-Fitting Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tinypod-1.md)