# Galactic-Inspired Stationary Pins Duncan Shotton Designs the Adorable Planet Pins By Amy Duong | Published 2024-02-25 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/planet-pins References: [yankodesign](https://www.yankodesign.com/2024/02/22/adorable-little-planet-push-pins-will-bring-a-bit-of-outer-space-to-your-boring-old-desk/) & [dshott](https://dshott.co.uk/product/planet-pins_and_the-moon_push-pin/)  Duncan Shotton creates a playful new [stationary item](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pulse-pen) in the form of the Planet Pins, playfully elevating the workspace. The adorable creations are painted by hand and are inspired by the [solar system](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bisley), reflecting the colors and look of the planets. It is comprised of eight shapes -- each one is [ainted by hand in Tokyo and is encased in a polished display case made from acrylic. Joining this case are some [small moon pins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/labubu-pin-for-love) which are made in a realistic perspective highlighting the craters along the surface. The Earth pin is painted in blue and green, Merxury is painted in a metallic silver tone, Venus is painted in metallic gold, Saturn has a ring around it and more. Image Credit: Duncan Shotton ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.2/10 - Popularity: 9% | Activity: 5% | Freshness: 21% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Playful Stationary Items:** Embrace creativity and whimsy with innovative stationary designs that elevate the workspace environment. - **Hand-painted Artisanal Products:** Discover the charm of artisanal craftsmanship with hand-painted products that add unique flair to everyday items. - **Solar System-inspired Creations:** Explore the universe through stationary pins that capture the essence and beauty of planets in a fun, educational way. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Art Supplies:** Bring artistry and individuality to the forefront with handcrafted stationary products that cater to the creative market. - **Gift and Novelty:** Unleash the imagination and nostalgia in consumers with playful and innovative stationary items that make perfect gifts for all occasions. - **Home Decor:** Transform living and workspaces into creative havens by incorporating solar system-inspired designs in functional and decorative elements. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Planetary-Inspired Glassware Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mars-collection.md) - [Celestial Body Office Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-chair-solar-series.md) - [Aerospace-Inspired Desk Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/novium-edge-and-shuttleport.md) - [Planet-Resembling Watch Faces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/galaxy-time.md) - [Eclipse-Inspired Whimsical Pendant Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/space-traveler.md) - [Intergalactic-Inspired Lifestyle Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spacio.md) - [Minimal Paper Sconces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pin-sconce.md) - [Black Hole-Inspired Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blue-planet-ii-black-star.md) - [Levitating Solar System Decor](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quantum-solar-system.md)