# Invitational Origami Countdowns These New Year's Invitations are Modeled After Cootie Catchers By Erin Fox | Published 2012-12-18 | Special Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-years-invitations References: [etsy](http://www.etsy.com/listing/109118585/new-years-favor-new-years-card-new-years) & [etsy](http://www.etsy.com/shop/DesignsByTenisha?ref=seller_info) Cootie catchers once were used in middle school to detect your future 'boyfriend' or 'girlfriend' using a series of numbers and colors to choose from which would inevitably choose your martial fate; these New Year's invitations change up the cootie catcher game. These New Year's invitations are white and orange and are filled with fun tid bits of information on the holiday. Once you get to the very middle of the cootie catcher, one can learn how to say 'Happy New Year' in a variety of different languages. These educational invitations are different from any other invitation one will ever get. The decadent idea of this childhood favorite will make your New Year's Eve party one people will look forward to. These New Year's invitations are adorable and playful. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.6/10 - Popularity: 39% | Activity: 30% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Special](https://www.trendhunter.com/special) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Interactive Invitations:** Using an interactive approach to party invitation design creates a new avenue for businesses to engage with potential customers. - **Educational Event Materials:** Incorporating educational elements into event materials can improve the attendee experience and increase brand awareness. - **Nostalgic Marketing:** Utilizing familiar and nostalgic designs in marketing materials can help businesses create a sense of connection with their audience. ### Who This Affects Most - **Event Planning:** Incorporating interactive and educational elements into event materials can differentiate an event planner's business from competitors. - **Marketing & Advertising:** Nostalgic marketing campaigns can be effective in reaching audiences across multiple demographics. - **Education & Language Learning:** Developing playful language learning materials can be a unique approach to language education and engage learners in a new way. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Celebratory Confection Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lunar-new-year-gift-set.md) - [Lunar New Year Parties](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dragonpalooza.md) - [Confetti-Filled Wrapping Papers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/confetti-wrapping-paper.md) - [Inviting Family-Friendly Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/q-mixers-1.md) - [Spring-Inspired Party Crackers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/floral-meadow-crackers.md) - [New Year-Inspired Snack Boxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-yearinspired-snack-box.md) - [Digital Event Invitations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/biglittle.md) - [Instant Noodle Advent Calendars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/instant-noodle-advent-calendar.md) - [Personalized AI Red Envelopes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/personalized-ai-red-envelopes.md)