# Battling Embroidered Characters This MaricorMaricar Embroidery Work is Excitingly Eccentric By Meghan Young | Published 2011-02-10 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maricormaricar-embroidery References: [lifelounge.au](http://www.lifelounge.com.au/art-and-design/news/maricor-and-maricar-embroider-things.aspx) & [maricormaricar](http://maricormaricar.com/) I've seen some cool crafts before, but I have to say that this MaricorMaricar embroidery work features some of my favorites. Not only does it display a lot of [tactile talent](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/textile-excellence), but it also shows eccentric creativity and eclectic imagination. Created by Sydney-based twin sisters Maricor and Maricar Manalo, the MaricorMaricar embroidery work extends over epic gnome and dragon battles to [patterned typography](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/what-are-you-looking-at). They even completed a stunning music video for Architecture in Helsinki's 'Like It Or Not.' ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.3/10 - Popularity: 32% | Activity: 88% | 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) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Unique Embroidery:** Traditional embroidery techniques are being utilized to create diverse and eccentric designs. - **Textile Art:** Artists are exploring the potential of textile materials as a medium for creative expression. - **Digital Embroidery:** The use of digital technology is bringing innovation to the traditional craft of embroidery. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion:** Designers could incorporate unique embroidery designs into clothing lines to add a distinctive touch and attract a wider customer base. - **Home Decor:** Textile artists could partner with interior designers to create custom embroidery pieces for home decorations and furnishings. - **Advertising:** Brands could commission digital embroidery designs to be featured in campaigns and promotions for a fresh and eye-catching approach. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Playful Crochet Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crochet-collection.md) - [Intricate Fiber Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/threadwork-women-redefining-fiber-arts.md) - [DIY Embroidery Ornaments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diy-stitched-ornament-kits.md) - [Knitted New York Subways](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/straphangers-lounge.md) - [Design-Centric Dynamic Artful Cakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artful-cake.md) - [Enchanting Classic-Animation-Inspired Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/girls-crew.md) - [Whimsically Vibrant Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/colorama.md) - [Interactive Weaved Jacquard Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dung-dkar-cloak.md) - [Vibrantly Artful Graphic Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sabine-finkenauer.md)