# Motherboard Ornaments Geek Chic Christmas Tree Decorations By Cecilia Biemann | Published 2008-12-05 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mortherboard-ornaments-christmas-decorations-for-geeks References: [craziestgadgets](http://craziestgadgets.com/2008/12/04/motherboard-christmas-ornaments/) & [thinkgeek](http://www.thinkgeek.com/homeoffice/gear/b3c3/?cpg=cj) These Christmas tree decorations made from recycled motherboards are the ultimate in geek-chic holiday decor. Each ornament is 3.5 inches wide and come in a set of three, packaged in a gift box. They would be an ideal office Secret Santa gift for those geeky guys and gals who work in the IT department, or for the nerd in your life who would love to add a truly personal touch to his or Christmas tree. **Implications** - Tradition and technology, however disparate on the surface, are a perfect advertising match. The familiar appeal of traditional symbols and the mystifying abilities of modern technology form a powerful commercial match. Companies that deftly combine both aesthetics and purposes will attract the attention of tech-savvy consumers, particularly during holiday seasons. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.2/10 - Popularity: 49% | Activity: 38% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Geek-chic Decor:** Combining traditional symbols with modern technology can create powerful commercial opportunities, especially during holiday seasons. - **Eco-friendly Ornaments:** The use of recycled materials in Christmas tree decorations presents a sustainable opportunity for businesses to cater to eco-conscious consumers. - **Personalized Holiday Crafts:** Offering customizable and unique ornaments allows companies to tap into the demand for personalized holiday decor. ### Who This Affects Most - **Technology:** Tech companies can create motherboard ornaments as a niche product to appeal to their tech-savvy customers during the holiday season. - **Eco-friendly Products:** The eco-friendly ornament industry can capitalize on the growing demand for sustainable Christmas decorations made from recycled materials. - **Crafts and DIY:** Companies in the crafts and DIY industry can offer personalized ornament-making kits or services to cater to consumers looking for unique holiday decor. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Novelty Supermarket Ornaments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aldis-novelty-baubles.md) - [Seasonal Gamer Ornaments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hallmark-1.md) - [Gaming Star Toppers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/invincibility-star.md) - [DIY Embroidery Ornaments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diy-stitched-ornament-kits.md) - [Retro Tech Sweaters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/microsoft-holiday-sweater.md) - [Festive Gamer Keycaps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dwarf-factory-sweetmas-keycaps.md) - [Prepackaged Goods Christmas Ornaments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/general-mills-christmas-ornaments.md) - [Mid-Century-Inspired Paper House Ornaments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paper-christmas-ornament.md) - [Complimentary Fried Chicken Ornaments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fried-chicken-ornament.md)