# Nostalgic Eco-Coasters The Felted Floppy Set By Pearl | Published 2008-11-09 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nostalgic-eco-coasters-felted-floppy-coaster-set References: [geeksugar](http://www.geeksugar.com/2463892) & [etsy](http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=17027658) It must seem like a lifetime since we last used [floppy disks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vintageinspired-technology-tech-brand-kickbacks-discman-is-nostalgic). If you are nostalgic for these now-quaint geeky products, try the Floppy Disk Coaster Set. The vibrantly colored coasters are also environmentally friendly, as they are made from [eco-spun felt](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wool-felt-studio-pad), which in turn is made from recycled plastic bottles. The set of four comes with a repurposed Minikas-Ette Library Case for storage and display. Inside is a used CD which makes the coasters more durable. [Etsy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/needledrop-coaster-set) artisan The Geekery makes them in red, yellow, green, blue, and black. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.2/10 - Popularity: 9% | Activity: 19% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Nostalgic Upcycling:** Incorporating outdated items in an eco-friendly way can create nostalgic products appealing to environmentally conscious consumers. - **Eco-friendly Alternatives:** Creating eco-friendly alternatives to traditional products can appeal to consumers seeking environmentally friendly options. - **Repurposed Storage:** Providing repurposed storage options can add value and present products in an appealing way to consumers looking for environmentally conscious choices. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Crafts and Artisans:** Crafts and artisanal businesses can upcycle outdated products and materials to appeal to environmentally conscious consumers seeking nostalgic products. - **Home Goods:** Manufacturers of home goods can create eco-friendly, nostalgic products through upcycling outdated materials. - **Gift and Novelty:** Gift and novelty shops can carry products made from repurposed materials, such as these floppy disk coasters, to appeal to environmentally conscious consumers looking for unique, nostalgic gifts. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Turntable-Inspired Coaster Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/needledrop-coaster-set.md) - [Charming Retro Storage](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/floppy-disk-inspired-sd-card.md) - [Barbie-Inspired Coaster Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barbieinspired-coaster-set.md) - [Aquatic Beverage Coasters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crab-inspired-coasters.md) - [Software-Inspired Clog Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/windows-xp-crocs.md) - [Retro-Inspired PC Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/silverstone-flp01.md) - [Operating System Stationery Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Mac-OS.md) - [Nostalgic Tech-Themed Blankets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-macintosh.md) - [Astrological Drinkware Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zodiac-constellation-coasters.md)