# DIY Christmas Cannons Create Your Own Tinsel Explosions for Hours of Blastastic Fun By Sandra Winn | Published 2008-12-21 | Social Good Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pvc-christmas-cannon-for-hours-of-blastastic-fun References: [gizmodo](http://gizmodo.com/5114992/diy-christmas-cannon-is-a-festive-tinsel-explosion) & [instructables](http://www.instructables.com/id/Christmas_Cannon/) Using the same concept as a potato cannon, you can create your own Christmas cannon with PVC pipe and a bicycle pump. Instead of loading the cannon with a potato, however, you use tinsel, confetti, or other Christmasy items. You, or you and your *supervised* children, can learn how to make a Christmas cannon at the Instructables website. Not only would a Christmas cannon be a great [hands-on science project for children](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nailmatic-kids-bath-bomb-maker), but it’s sure to provide hours worth of blastastic fun! There’s only one downside to the Christmas cannon that I can see: the tremendous clean-up to follow. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.8/10 - Popularity: 2% | Activity: 73% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Social Good](https://www.trendhunter.com/socialgood) > [Education](https://www.trendhunter.com/education) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **DIY Christmas Cannons:** Opportunity for individuals to embrace creativity and build their own Christmas cannons for festive celebrations. - **Hands-on Science Projects:** Increasing demand for engaging science projects, such as making Christmas cannons, that offer a combination of learning and fun. - **Blastastic Fun:** Growing interest in unconventional and exciting activities, like using Christmas cannons, to amplify holiday enjoyment. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Arts and Crafts:** Art and craft suppliers can capitalize on DIY trends by offering specialized kits for making Christmas cannons. - **Education and Learning:** Educational institutions can incorporate hands-on science projects, such as building Christmas cannons, to promote interactive learning experiences. - **Event Planning and Entertainment:** Event planners and entertainment providers can introduce unique experiences by including themed activities like Christmas cannon demonstrations and competitions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Plastic Bottle-Made Christmas Trees](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caroline-chaptini.md) - [Faux Christmas Candle Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/christmas-table-decoration.md) - [Festive Brick Centerpieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-christmas-table.md) - [DIY Holiday Donut Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/christmas-creations-kit.md) - [Customizable Holiday Decorations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/merry-sparkles-outdoor-decor.md) - [DIY Miniature Science Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diy-volcano-in-a-box.md) - [DIY Embroidery Ornaments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diy-stitched-ornament-kits.md) - [Candle Advent Calendars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/candle-advent-calendar.md) - [Edible Holiday Decorations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/edible-holiday-decoration.md)