# Fake Insect Collectibles These Laser Cut Paper Ants Could Replace Your Stamp Collection By Vittoria Natarelli | Published 2010-07-01 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/laser-cut-paper-ants References: [designyoutrust](http://designyoutrust.com/2010/06/29/laser-cut-paper-ants/) & [cutoutpaper](http://www.cutoutpaper.com/cutoutpaper.com/Cut_Out_Paper_-_Ants.html) Some collect butterflies, spiders or [stamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bullet-journal-stamp-set), but it takes true patience to put together a [collection of laser cut paper ants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fragmenti). These limited edition designs come as a group of eight [framed insects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miniverse-make-it-mini-animals), and are a perfect gift for nature lovers. What is cool about them is how exact and perfect each ant is -- they're made of paper, after all. Whether you love bugs or loathe them, these laser cut paper ants are sure to spark a conversation. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.3/10 - Popularity: 13% | Activity: 19% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Collectible Artifacts:** Expanding the practice of collecting rare and beautiful artifacts to include paper cutouts with intricate detail may create a new market for enthusiasts. - **Digital Art Transformations:** Electronic modifications to laser paper ant designs could build an industry based on transforming traditional art into digital media. - **3D Paper Figurines:** Incorporating 3D printing technology into the production of these laser-cut paper ant collections would lead to a new industry of highly detailed figurines. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fine Arts and Crafts:** The art of paper cutting presents novel opportunities for artists to create custom art that is unique and collectible. - **Art and Design Education:** The study of traditional paper cutting techniques, combined with modern technology, could transform art education into a new era of design. - **Ecological Collectors:** Collectors of ecology-based artifacts can expand their scope by adding paper-cut art to their collection to showcase the beauty and complexities of nature. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Bug-Inspired Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/murder-hornet-ring.md) - [Insect-Inspired Bronze Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/insect-bronze-sculptures.md) - [Educational Insect Puzzle Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/makerkid-kits.md) - [Edible Insect Lollipops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pest-infested-pops.md) - [Educational Invasive Species Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/invasion.md) - [Adorable Bee-Inspired Candlesticks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beeinspired-candlesticks.md) - [Insect Habitat Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bug-playground.md) - [Kinetic Insect Sculpture Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dragonfly-balance-light.md) - [Pest Control NFTs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/collection-of-nfts.md)