Some people truly never grow up, and it's items like the Knitted LEGO Doorstop that bring a youthful air to grown-up interiors.
Conceived by Instructables user lizzyastro, this toy brick door prop takes a playful piece of childhood and magnifies it to the scale of the real world. The clever object gets its shape and weight from the combination of a regular masonry block and a pattern of eight plastic bottle caps. The lids are fastened in place to mimic the round bumps of a genuine LEGO block before the entire base is form-fitted with a coat of red crocheted yarn.
The finished product is a soft and supersized version of the original plaything, performing its task much more effectively than the archetype could have. The Knitted LEGO Doorstop opens the doorway to crafty and mixed media DIY design.
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Playful Design
- Designers can incorporate childhood toys and games in creating functional and playful objects.
- Mixed Media DIY Design
- DIY enthusiasts can experiment with unconventional materials in crafting functional yet visually appealing objects.
- Upcycling
- Recycling of waste products and giving them a new purpose can result in innovative and sustainable creations.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Interior Design
- Interior designers can leverage playful design to create unique, visually appealing and functional spaces for clients.
- Craft and Hobby
- Craft and hobby stores can introduce workshops on mixed media DIY design techniques for customers to learn and experiment with unconventional materials and designs.
- Sustainability
- Manufacturing and packaging industries can explore upcycling techniques to reduce waste and promote sustainability while developing innovative products.
