# Sci-Fi Lumber Toys These Wooden Star Wars Action Figures are Fun and Hand-Painted By Marina Rotharmel | Published 2012-09-10 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-wars-action-figures References: [laughingsquid](http://laughingsquid.com/wooden-star-wars-action-figures-by-amanda-visell/) & [superpunch.blogspot](http://superpunch.blogspot.ca/2012/08/illustration-roundup_28.html) Designer Amanda Visell is known for her very creative sculptures, and this time she’s produced [wooden Star Wars action figures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wooden-sculptures-1). Obviously influenced by the epic film, Visell produced hand-painted and handcrafted wooden dolls that resemble the [iconic characters from the film](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brickbuilt-star-wars-logo). The design for the figures have a very hipster feel to them. Since they’re hand-painted, Visell was able to come up with a very unique take on the characters. The collection includes a [wooden Darth Vader](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-wars-tamagotchi), Boba Fett, Obi-Wan and IG-88. Not only are the figures awesome, but so are the boxes they come in, which are also wooden and hand-painted. They resemble a chalkboard you’d see in a hip coffee joint. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.3/10 - Popularity: 71% | Activity: 20% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/toys) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Hand-painted Wooden Toys:** The trend of unique and hand-painted wooden toys creates opportunities for toy manufacturers to produce eco-friendly and personalized options for children. - **Sci-fi-inspired Collectibles:** As the popularity of science-fiction and pop culture grows, there is an opportunity for designers to create collectibles influenced by famous franchises like Star Wars. - **Hipster Nostalgia:** The trend of nostalgic and vintage aesthetics gives designers the opportunity to create modern products with a retro touch, like Visell's wooden Star Wars figures. ### Where This Applies - **Toy Manufacturing:** Toy manufacturers can tap into the demand for eco-friendly and personalized products by incorporating the use of wood and hand-painting in their designs. - **Collectibles:** Designers can leverage the growing interest in science-fiction and pop culture by creating unique and limited-edition collectibles for fans of all ages. - **Home Decor:** The popularity of vintage and nostalgic aesthetics presents an opportunity for designers and retailers to create modern decor products that appeal to the nostalgia-seeking hipster market. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Hand-Knit Sci-Fi Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handknit-scifi-sculpture.md) - [Festive Sci-Fi Building Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gingerbread-atat-walker.md) - [Sci-Fi Series-Themed Figures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hasbro-3.md) - [Sci Fi-Inspired Desk Decor](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lightsaber-lego.md) - [Plastic Sci-Fi Figurines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artfx-boba-fett.md) - [Millennium Falcon Trays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-wars-tray.md) - [Sci-Fi Franchise-Inspired Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-wars-collection-2.md) - [Sci-Fi-Themed Miniature Figurines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/book-of-boba-fett-1.md) - [Chrome-Colored Action Figures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-toys-1.md)