# Carnivorous Creature Tails This ‘Running With Scissors’ Dinosaur Craft Will Keep Toddl By Erin Kirkpatrick | Published 2013-05-02 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/running-with-scissors-dinosaur-craft References: [running-w-scissors](http://www.running-w-scissors.com/2011/03/dinosaur-tails.html) At one time or another, everyone pretended they were a dinosaur, and thanks to this ‘Running With Scissors’ dinosaur craft, this dream can be fully realized. The [Jurassic Park](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jurassic-park-goggles) series and The Land Before Time films are evidence of society’s infatuation with dinosaurs. Designed to be wrapped around the waist using two straps and a [Velcro](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/big-fries-backpack) front, this toy will be able to withstand even the most energetic tot, as they roar around the living room. [T-Rex](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/urwerk-ur101-trex), Triceratops and Brontosaurs are just a few types of the extinct creature that captures the imagination of adults and children alike. Playtime can involve pretend scenarios of being a dragon or a dinosaur and saving the damsel in distress from a castle or involuntary capture. The Running with Scissors dinosaur craft also features the adorable detailing of spikes on top of vibrant colored tails. If you make this outfit for your child, get ready to receive the 2013 Parent of the Year Award. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.8/10 - Popularity: 60% | Activity: 76% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [DIY](https://www.trendhunter.com/diy) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Dinosaur Play Crafts:** Creating more dinosaur-themed crafts for young children to explore their love of prehistoric creatures. - **Interactive Pretend Play:** Encouraging more imaginative play and storytelling with interactive toys and costumes. - **Sustainable Toy Design:** Designing toys with durable materials that can withstand energetic play and have a longer lifespan. ### Where This Applies - **Toy Industry:** Creating new and innovative toys for children to explore their love of dinosaurs and other prehistoric creatures. - **Costume Design:** Exploring new ways to design costumes that allow for imaginative and interactive play. - **Sustainability Industry:** Designing more durable and sustainable materials for toy and costume making to reduce waste and promote longer use. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Digital Dinosaur Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bitzee-jurassic-world.md) - [Interactive Hatching Dinosaur Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dinosaur-toys.md) - [Reversible Dinosaur Plushies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glow-in-the-dark-dinosaur-plushies.md) - [STEM Excavation Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jurassic-world-dinosaur-dig.md) - [Dinosaur Tile STEAM Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dino-adventure-pack.md) - [Dinosaur Intricate Puzzle Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dinosaur-fossils-tyrannosaurus-rex.md) - [Dinosaur-Themed Puzzle Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dinosaur-fossils-triceratops-skull.md) - [Superhero-Themed Dinosaur Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/web-chompin-spider-rex.md) - [Prehistoric Foam Dart Blasters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nerf-dinosquad-armorstrike-blaster.md)