# Life-Like Scrap Dolls The Timo Handmade Collection is Incredibly Realistic By Sarah Nazim | Published 2012-06-11 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/life-like-scrap-dolls-the-timo-handmade-collection-is-incredibly-realistic References: [timo-handmade](http://www.timo-handmade.com/products.html) & [facebook](https://www.facebook.com/timohandmade) The Timo [Handmade doll collection](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wicked-for-good) is incredibly surreal. These dolls are made out of [fabric scraps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/daon-pottery); everything from old t-shirts, handkerchiefs and pillow cases are used. The artist also incorporates buttons, pearls and beads to add features to them. These eye-catching pieces are all handmade, hence the name, and are part of the [EcoDesign trend](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nytt-lys-collection), which focuses on minimizing waste by using recycled materials. Although the dolls are modern in style, they are made by using traditional manufacturing methods. By incorporating real human portraits for the faces and an animated body it creates an incredibly distinctive look. The Timo Handmade collection is fun and lively, and far from the ordinary. Not so much suited for children, but more so for adults with vivid imaginations. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.2/10 - Popularity: 53% | Activity: 36% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Modern](https://www.trendhunter.com/modern) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Ecodesign:** There is an opportunity for disruptive innovation by incorporating recycled materials and minimizing waste in manufacturing processes. - **Handmade Creations:** Handmade products offer a unique and distinctive look, creating disruption in the traditional manufacturing industry. - **Realistic Dolls:** The use of real human portraits for doll faces opens up an opportunity for disruptive innovation in the doll-making industry. ### Who This Affects Most - **Textile Manufacturing:** Incorporating fabric scraps and recycled materials can disrupt the traditional textile manufacturing industry and promote sustainable practices. - **Toy Manufacturing:** Creating realistic and unique dolls can disrupt the conventional toy manufacturing industry and cater to adult consumers with vivid imaginations. - **Arts and Crafts:** Handmade creations, like the Timo Handmade dolls, can disrupt the arts and crafts industry by offering one-of-a-kind products with a distinct and lively aesthetic. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Timber Tech-Packed Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/teenage-engineering-wooden-dolls.md) - [Diverse Hand-Knit Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hand-knit-dolls.md) - [Sensorial Anime Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bedhedz.md) - [Human-Made Lamp Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/i-am-not-a-robot-lamp-collection.md) - [Pop Art Legend-Honoring Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keiichi-tanaami-1.md) - [Whimsical Doll-Inspired Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pidgin.md) - [Sophisticated Upcycled Home Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/basket-sculptures.md) - [Collectible Message Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/momiji-x-tomy.md) - [Textural Porcelain Vessels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tamara-efrat.md)