# Wrappable Tool Handles The Soft Screwdriver Has a Built-In Bit Case By Meghan Young | Published 2011-01-23 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soft-screwdriver References: [trendsnow.net](http://www.trendsnow.net/2011/01/soft-screwdriver-concept.html) & [arthur-xin](http://www.arthur-xin.com/) I love [simple yet clever concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soom) like this Soft Screwdriver. It converts an almost everyday stable into a more flexible and versatile tool. By redefining the screwdriver's handle, it becomes more convenient, [portable and useful](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/titaner). Conceived by Chinese designer Arthur Xin of Sexin Design, the Soft Screwdriver features [interchangeable screwdriver bits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eyeq-switchdisc) that wrap to form the tool's handle. When not in use, it can be stored either wrapped up or flattened. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.5/10 - Popularity: 4% | Activity: 3% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Wrappable Tool Handles:** Designing tools with flexible and versatile handles that can wrap around interchangeable screwdriver bits can offer convenience, portability, and usefulness. - **Interchangeable Screwdriver Bits:** Innovating screwdriver bits that can be easily and quickly swapped out can increase efficiency, reduce tool clutter, and improve work quality. - **Flattenable Tools:** Creating tools with handles that can be flattened can reduce storage space, increase durability, and improve transportation. ### Where This Applies - **Hardware and Tools:** The hardware and tools industry can incorporate wrappable tool handles, interchangeable screwdriver bits, and flattenable tools to attract more customers, enhance usability, and promote eco-friendliness. - **DIY and Construction:** The DIY and construction industries can adopt wrappable tool handles, interchangeable screwdriver bits, and flattenable tools to differentiate from competitors, reduce costs, and increase safety. - **Design and Innovation:** The design and innovation industry can experiment with wrappable tool handles, interchangeable screwdriver bits, and flattenable tools to explore new materials, methods, and forms, and showcase creativity and functionality. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Joystick Screwdriver Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bits-tool.md) - [Compact Spinning Screwdrivers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/allinone-screwdriver.md) - [Titanium Pocket Screwdriver](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xs-screwdriver.md) - [Sleek Cordless Screwdrivers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hoto-cordless-screwdriver.md) - [Modern Design-Conscious Power Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hoto-36v-screwdriver.md) - [All-in-One Screwdriver Multitools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/screwdriverking.md) - [Ratchet-Style Pocket Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/metmo-pocket-driver.md) - [Slim Sliding Wrench Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minimalist-pocket-wrench.md) - [Sleek Electric Screwdriver Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/delta.md)