# Repurposed Tin Whistles The Loran Scruggs Toy Collection is Made from Scraps By Sarah Nazim | Published 2012-06-10 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/loran-scruggs References: [etsy](http://www.etsy.com/shop/BottleCapWhistles?ref=seller_info) & [facebook](https://www.facebook.com/loran.scruggs) These incredible handcrafted pieces by Loran Scruggs are amazingly made out of [recycled tin cans and bottle caps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bottle-strip-cutter). These are toys you can feel good about as they are not only cool, but environmentally friendly as well. It is amazing to see the amounts of detail that have been placed into each [whistle and toy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bells-and-whistles-collection). The images printed on the pieces are taken from random objects. For example, the first picture in this album with the smiling figure was a sticker found on a papaya. With so much focus on conserving the environment, it is great to see artists such as Loran Scruggs who are able to make beautiful art out of what would have been waste. The collection also includes some scooter toys that are in the shape of animals and skull head decorations for your walls. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.9/10 - Popularity: 67% | Activity: 43% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Repurposed Art:** Create unique, eco-friendly products by reusing materials that would otherwise go to waste. - **Upcycling:** Refurbish and create new products from discarded materials, reducing waste and potentially opening up new markets. - **Eco-friendly Toys:** Design safe and sustainable toys by using environmentally friendly materials. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Toy Industry:** Innovatively create eco-friendly toys, providing a product that appeals to increasingly environmentally conscious consumers. - **Artisanal Crafts:** Combine artistic skills with eco-friendly practices to produce unique and sustainable items. - **Recycling Industry:** Develop strategies to reduce waste and increase the number of items that can be effectively repurposed. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Recycled Lighting Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nytt-lys-collection.md) - [Sophisticated Upcycled Home Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/basket-sculptures.md) - [Coffee Ground-Made Music Boxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snowie.md) - [Sustainable Creative Craft Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fyrn-studio-series.md) - [Recycled Maritime Waste Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dantoys-blue-marine-toys.md) - [Recycled Guitar Prototypes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cardboard-guitar-1.md) - [Recycled Rice Husk Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modular-toy-game.md) - [Repurposed Wooden Vessels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/darren-appiagyei.md) - [Abandoned Bikes-Turned Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/objects-from-frames.md)