# Ocean Plastic Coffee Sleeves The 'SLIPPY' Reusable Coffee Sleeve is Made of Recycled Plastic By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2019-10-24 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/slippy-reusable-coffee-sleeve References: [yankodesign](https://www.yankodesign.com/2019/10/23/100-ocean-bound-plastic-converted-into-adorable-reusable-sleeve-for-your-coffee-cup/) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/freakerusa/slippy-protect-your-hands-and-the-ocean?ref=Fundedtoday&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=yanko.fnd.to) The 'SLIPPY' reusable coffee sleeve is an eco-friendly accessory for java drinkers that will offer them a way to eliminate [disposable cardboard cup sleeves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/phenix-label) from their everyday routine. The yarn used to create the sleeves is made from plastic bottles collected from coastal regions to help get it out of the waterways and keep beaches cleaner. The sleeves are created with coffee drinkers in mind, but can also be slipped onto soda cans, reusable water bottles, beer bottles and the like to [keep the drink insulated](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/puffin-drinkware) as well as easier to hold onto. The 'SLIPPY' reusable coffee sleeve is the design work of Zach Crain, and have been created in an array of color and style options to make them an eco statement accessory. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.9/10 - Popularity: 100% | Activity: 99% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Eco-friendly Accessories:** Create other reusable accessories made of recycled materials such as bags and water bottles - **Sustainable Manufacturing:** Incorporate eco-friendly materials and sustainable processes into the manufacturing of everyday consumer goods - **Waste Reduction:** Develop innovative solutions to reduce waste and promote recycling ### Who This Affects Most - **Food and Beverage:** Integrate sustainable and eco-friendly practices into the sourcing, production, and distribution of food and beverage products - **Fashion and Apparel:** Create sustainable fashion accessories using eco-friendly materials and ethical manufacturing practices - **Consumer Goods:** Develop and promote products that are eco-friendly, sustainable, and focused on waste reduction ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Eco-Friendly Coffee Cup Lids](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/liplid.md) - [Pocket-Sized Collapsible Coffee Cups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zerowaste-cup.md) - [Fully-Recyclable Sleeve Packaging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shrink-sleeve-solution.md) - [Collapsible Metallic Coffee Carriers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/collapsible-stainless-steel-cup.md) - [Urban Coffee Carriers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coffee-carriers.md) - [Accordion-Style Coffee Cups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/accordion-paper-cup.md) - [Sustainable Cafe Delivery Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paper-pulp-coffee-carrier.md) - [Eye-Catching Reusable Beverage Cups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reusable-beverage-cup.md) - [Tech-Enabled Reusable Cups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caulicups.md)