# Garbage Crochet The Barkerbell Recycled VHS Tape Crochet Bag By Pearl | Published 2008-06-21 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/recycled-vhs-tape-crochet-bag-barkerbell References: [geeksugar](http://www.geeksugar.com/1723883) & [etsy](http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?ref=sr_gallery_19&listing_id=6305563) I never would have guessed a crochet bag would be cool - ecocool that is. With tons of VHS tapes languishing around what is an eco-artisan to do? Crochet this black bag with yards of VHS tape! BarkerBell on [Etsy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sustainable-christmas-tree-alternative) really lives up to the reuse part of the three R's of recycling for even the trash bag used as the fused lining first saw use as a drop cloth for art projects. So the bag, except for the handle and zipper, ss made entirely from recycled plastics. BarkerBell markets their goods as vintage, altered art and [upcycled](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/freitag-x-tudes-studio). Upscycled describes this bag well for it has been resurrected! The bag only just sold but if you are interested in other treasures from trash bags, there are more [crochet plastic bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crochet-collection) in the store. Or contact Barkerbell might well have more VHS tape available to whip up this unusual recycled accessory. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.6/10 - Popularity: 27% | Activity: 74% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Upcycling:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore ways to repurpose and transform waste materials into unique, eco-friendly products. - **Vintage Revival:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Capitalize on the growing demand for vintage-inspired products by incorporating recycled and repurposed materials. - **Eco-artisan:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Combine craftsmanship and sustainability to create artisanal products that promote environmental consciousness. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion and Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Fuse sustainable materials and traditional techniques to create unique and eco-friendly fashion and accessory items. - **Interior Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporate upcycled and repurposed materials into interior design projects to create one-of-a-kind, environmentally-friendly spaces. - **Recycling and Waste Management:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop innovative recycling processes and technologies to transform waste materials into valuable resources. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Woven Statement Totes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/holst-lee1.md) - [Retro VHS Tape-Resembling Vase](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vhs-tape.md) - [Stylish Cooler Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tote-cooler.md) - [Grocery Bag Runway Accessory](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/march-packable-tote-bag.md) - [Playful Crochet Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crochet-collection.md) - [Sophisticated Upcycled Home Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/basket-sculptures.md) - [Recycled Plastic Tiny Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/recycled-plastic-tiny-home.md) - [Rollable Climber Chalk Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chalk-bag.md) - [Bubble Wrap-Inspired Luxury Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cabat-bag.md)