# Sci-Fi Captain Crafts Jean-Luc Picard Doll by CazzCraft is Perfect for Die-Hard 'Star Trek' Fans By Marissa Brassfield | Published 2010-05-16 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jean-luc-picard-doll References: [etsy](http://www.etsy.com/listing/31645671/captain-jean-luc-picard-of-the-starship) & [cazzcraft.blogspot](http://cazzcraft.blogspot.com/) This Jean-Luc Picard Doll by CazzCraft is the sort of crafting I can get behind. It's tough to make a [plush doll](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/urupochachan) look just like a person, but CazzCraft has done a convincing job in depicting the Starship Enterprise head cheese. The Jean-Luc Picard Doll by CazzCraft is 11" tall and is decked out in his uniform, which comes complete with a communicator badge and captain's pips. See other '[Star Trek](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magellan-automatic-star-trek-warp-speed)' [collectibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/younghee-doll) below. **Implications** - Consumers enjoy crafting fan-related products because it allows them to demonstrate their fan appreciation for a particular media franchise. The act of showing one's appreciation for a series is highly validating to consumers. Corporations may consider providing consumers a venue to show fan dedication, which will allow these individuals to be around like-minded people while generating revenue in the process. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.8/10 - Popularity: 5% | Activity: 12% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Media](https://www.trendhunter.com/media) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Fan-crafting:** The trend of fan-crafting allows consumers to showcase their appreciation for a media franchise through DIY creations. - **Collectible Merchandise:** The demand for collectible merchandise, such as dolls and figurines, continues to grow among die-hard fans. - **Community Building:** Creating opportunities for fans to connect and share their passion for a franchise can lead to a strong community of like-minded individuals. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Arts and Crafts:** The arts and crafts industry can tap into the fan-crafting trend by providing materials and resources for fans to create their own merchandise. - **Collectibles:** The collectibles industry can capitalize on the growing demand for fan-related merchandise by offering unique and high-quality items. - **Event Management:** Event management companies can organize fan conventions and gatherings to foster community building and provide a platform for fans to showcase their creations. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sci-Fi Film Franchise Drinkware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/picard-tea-cup-set.md) - [Sci-Fi Media Playsets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/buildabridge-mini-bridge.md) - [Replica Sci-Fi Toy Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/playmobil-star-trek-klingon-bird-of-prey.md) - [Galactic Build Milestones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-trek-uss.md) - [Sci-Fi Film-Themed Dart Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/starfleet-phaser-blaster.md) - [Hand-Knit Sci-Fi Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handknit-scifi-sculpture.md) - [Cubic Sci-Fi Advent Calendars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-trek-borg-cube-advent-calendar.md) - [Sci-Fi-Inspired Storage Drives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-trek-discovery-flash-drives.md) - [Transforming Sci-Fi Plush Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pillow-pets-star-wars-chewbacca.md)