# Recycled Vintage Novel Clocks These Recycled Wall Clocks Turn Old Books into Functional Timepieces By M | Published 2013-06-27 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/recycled-wall-clocks References: [scoutmob](http://scoutmob.com/p/The-Poppy-Seed-Cakes-book-clock?ref=cat_new&sort=recommended) A perfect addition to any bedroom or library, these vintage Up-Cycled Book Clocks transform discarded novels into dainty recycled wall clocks. A great way to reuse unwanted books, these recycled wall clocks combine classic literature novels with modern timepieces. These book clocks are made from discarded books from thrift shops, libraries and garage sales. The collected books are then fused together with a clock battery and set of watch hands to turn the stylistic novel into a fully functional clock. The old leather and material design of the [vintage bound books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/punchkins-book-plushies) add a nostalgic literary feel to these book clocks that can either be mounted on a wall or opened to stand on its own. Book lovers who dread giving up their favorite novels will feel as though they saved the life of an unwanted book when they purchase one of these recycled book clocks. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.0/10 - Popularity: 52% | Activity: 29% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Home](https://www.trendhunter.com/home) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Up-cycled Novel Clocks:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Transforming discarded novels into functional timepieces. - **Reuse of Unwanted Books:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Creating new products by repurposing and reimagining unwanted books. - **Nostalgic Literary Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Combining classic literature with modern timekeeping to create unique and sentimental products. ### Where This Applies - **Thrift Shops:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Collaborating with bookmakers to transform unwanted books into up-cycled products. - **Libraries:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Partnering with up-cycled product creators to find new uses for discarded books. - **Garage Sales:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Developing a market for repurposed and redesigned products made from unwanted items. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Calm Reading Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/novellamate.md) - [Recycled Plastic Wall Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shinola-detrola.md) - [Car Instrument Alarm Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reengauge-alarm-clocks.md) - [Elegant Linear Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/linear-clockworks.md) - [Two-Sided Wall Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/corner-clock.md) - [Novel-Inspired Wallets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/book-wallets.md) - [Unique Book-Inspired Fans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/book-shaped-fans.md) - [Shooting Target Wall Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clockwerk-target-clocks.md) - [Concentric Timezone Wall Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/analog-wall-clock.md)