# Eggshell Stationery Nicolas Cheng's Recycled ‘Childhood Memories' is Ecotastic By Nika Kubiak | Published 2009-04-23 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/recycled-stationaries-pencil-holder-eraser-proteins-minerals-all-from-the-e References: [studioroom906](http://www.studioroom906.com/) Here’s one more wonder from Milan’s Furniture Fair: Nicolas Cheng uses [wasted eggshells](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/original-tamagotchi-celebration-egg) to create beautifully designed stationary called Childhood Memories. From 100 shells he can create one full set of a pencil, [pencil holder](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tuff-pencil-cabinet), eraser, and A5 paper. A high pressure technique makes all of this possible. Nicolas Cheng says of ‘Childhood Memories,’ “This is a set of stationary inspired by [childhood memories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-eternal-child), transforming the memories into pieces that remind you of your childhood with your mother.” You can see the amazing design above. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.5/10 - Popularity: 7% | Activity: 30% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Sustainable Stationery:** The use of recycled materials, such as eggshells, in stationery design presents opportunities for sustainable and eco-friendly product innovation. - **Upcycled Materials:** The trend of repurposing waste materials, like eggshells, into functional products opens up possibilities for creative upcycling and circular economy solutions. - **Sentimental Design:** Designing products that evoke nostalgic emotions and childhood memories can resonate with consumers seeking sentimental and meaningful experiences. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Stationery:** The stationery industry can explore the use of unconventional materials, such as eggshells, to create unique and eco-conscious products. - **Eco-friendly Packaging:** The packaging industry can leverage the concept of using recycled materials, like eggshells, to develop sustainable and biodegradable packaging solutions. - **Art and Craft Supplies:** The art and craft supplies industry can tap into the trend of upcycled materials, such as eggshells, to offer artists and hobbyists sustainable and creative options. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Paper-Formed Premium Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pastille.md) - [Imaginative Pared-Back Art Supplies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/woset.md) - [Minimalist Experimental Egg Racks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/experimental-egg-racks.md) - [3D-Printed Desk Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3dprinted-desk-accessories.md) - [Reused Skyscraper Furniture Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aged-form-line.md) - [Durable Egg Packaging Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/egg-packaging1.md) - [Clothespin-Inspired Mechanical Pencils](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pentapa.md) - [Pencil Shaving-Inspired Illuminators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sharpener-lampshades.md) - [Wood-Crafted Eco-Friendly Crayons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/forest-crayon.md)