# Creative-Conscious Creations Makedo Kits Inspire Everday People to Turn Everyday Trash into Art By Meghan Young | Published 2010-01-30 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/makedo-kits References: [psfk](http://www.psfk.com/2010/01/trash-to-treasure-with-makedos-modular-connector-system.html) & [makedo.au](http://makedo.com.au/) I think this is one of the most interesting things I’ve stumbled across since joining the Trend Hunter team: makedo kits. Creating creations with a conscience, it inspires people to have fun with the things around them. A MacGyver sort of crafts day, so to speak. Providing steps, encouragement and [modular connector clips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tinkr-1), the makedo kits turn [everyday trash into something spectacular](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trashy). I guess I love it so much because the makedo kits inspire regular people (not just artists) to create something in an [eco-friendly manner](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coachtopia-1). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.5/10 - Popularity: 38% | Activity: 88% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Eco-friendly Creation:** Opportunity for businesses to develop sustainable products and services that encourage customers to repurpose everyday trash. - **DIY Art:** Opportunity for businesses to tap into the growing trend of DIY art by providing tools, guidance, and inspiration for people to create unique and personal artworks. - **Conscious Consumerism:** Opportunity for businesses to target conscious consumers by offering products and experiences that support socially and environmentally responsible practices. ### Who This Affects Most - **Arts and Crafts:** Businesses in the arts and crafts industry can capitalize on the makedo kits trend by creating innovative DIY products and organizing workshops for people to explore their creativity. - **Recycling and Waste Management:** Opportunity for businesses in the recycling and waste management industry to collaborate with makedo kits or develop similar solutions to promote waste reduction and upcycling. - **Education and Edtech:** EdTech companies and educational institutions can incorporate makedo kits and similar hands-on learning tools to promote creativity, sustainability, and problem-solving skills among students. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Green Community Building Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arckit-greenscape-village.md) - [Sustainable Creative Craft Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fyrn-studio-series.md) - [DIY Home-Centric Intricate Toolkits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tinkr-toolkit.md) - [Sustainable Artist Endeavors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/recasetify.md) - [Creativity-Inspiring Kids Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crazart.md) - [Recycled Collectible Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/recyclings.md) - [Upcycled Tent Garments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/music-festival-waste.md) - [Upcycled Sculptural Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eps-expanded-polystyrene-serie.md) - [Eco Paper Crafting Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paper-fx.md)