# Knit Nintendo Toys Michelle Rheaume Sells Classic Toy Patterns for Geeky DIY Projects By Rachel | Published 2009-08-10 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-toys-knit References: [technabob](http://technabob.com/blog/2009/08/09/tanooki-mario-amigurumi/) & [etsy](http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=5171315&order=§ion_id=&page=1) Michelle Rheaume has created an [Etsy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arcade-clock) site filled with knitted patterns that let you create your own [Nintendo](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/build-a-bear) toys which, for the record, is something I’m definitely interested in. The Nintendo toys by Michelle Rheaume sell for $6, other than the ghosts which you can have for free! Seems like a fun Sunday morning DIY to do with the kids, and let’s face it, these [fun plush toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cloudheads) are as much for you as the kids. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.5/10 - Popularity: 42% | Activity: 56% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/toys) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **DIY Toys:** The trend of creating handmade toys offers an opportunity for businesses to supply materials and tools for making creative and unique toys. - **Retro Gaming:** The trend of nostalgia for classic video games presents a chance for companies to release new products inspired by retro gaming, such as clothing or toys. - **Knitting Culture:** The growing popularity of knitting and other handicrafts suggests that businesses can offer more supplies and tools for these hobbies, as well as provide workshops or classes. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Arts and Craft Supplies:** Companies can offer specialty knitting yarns and patterns that cater to niche markets such as gaming enthusiasts. - **Gaming Merchandise:** Companies can create licensed plush toys and figures based on popular video game franchises to appeal to collectors and nostalgia-seeking consumers. - **Online Marketplaces:** The increasing number of online marketplaces for handmade goods like Etsy provide opportunities for independent sellers and artisans to grow their business and reach a wider audience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Cartoon-Inspired Plush Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/build-a-bear.md) - [Playful Crochet Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crochet-collection.md) - [DIY Embroidery Ornaments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diy-stitched-ornament-kits.md) - [Seasonal Gamer Ornaments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hallmark-1.md) - [Playing Card-Themed Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-5.md) - [90s-Inspired Plush Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kidrobot-1.md) - [RPG-Inspired Plush Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kobold-plushies.md) - [Video Game-Inspired Homewares](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/super-mario-home-adventure-life.md) - [Hand-Knit Finger Puppets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/finger-puppet-mushrooms.md)