# Magnetic Eating Utensils Stickpecker Chopsticks Snap Apart Like its Wooden Disposable Counterpart By Meghan Young | Published 2010-12-30 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stickpecker-chopsticks References: [bookofjoe](http://www.bookofjoe.com/2010/12/stickpecker.html) & [microworks.jp](http://www.microworks.jp/work/work15/work15_en.html) These Stickpecker Chopsticks are amazing on several levels. Not only do they feature a cute and simple design, but they are also [reusable](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lollo), making them perfect for environmentalists. With its [magnetic tops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shearing-magnetic-absorption), the woodpecker stick fits neatly into the tree stick when not in use, and breaks apart with a bit of a tug when needed for eating. Brought to you by MicroWorks Web, these Stickpecker Chopsticks are both unique and intriguing to use. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.1/10 - Popularity: 13% | Activity: 13% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Eco-friendly Utensils:** There is a growing demand for reusable and sustainable utensils to reduce waste, presenting an opportunity for businesses to innovate in this area. - **Magnetic Design:** Magnetic design can be applied to various products, providing a seamless user experience and new possibilities for functional innovations. - **Fun & Simple Design:** Consumers are drawn to products that offer playful, uncomplicated design, making them enjoyable and easy to use. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Food Service:** Restaurants and food service providers can incorporate eco-friendly utensils into their operations as a way to offer consumers more sustainable choices and positively impact the environment. - **Home Goods:** Companies in the home goods industry can explore magnetic design to create innovative product offerings that can simplify daily tasks, making them more enjoyable and convenient. - **Gifts & Novelty:** The fun and simple design of these utensils make them an ideal choice for gift shops and novelty stores to offer consumers products that stand out and add joy to everyday life. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Aesthetically Functional Chopsticks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/restless-chopsticks-tableware.md) - [Magnetic Titanium Utensil Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eati-mag.md) - [Five-In-One Titanium EDC Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/titanium-edc-tool.md) - [Interchangeable All-in-One Cutlery](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pinchy-cutlery.md) - [Stackable Magnetic Dinnerwares](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/full-windsor-magware-magnetic-bowls-and-plates.md) - [Flatpack Metal Utensil Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uphold-cutlery.md) - [Culture-Honoring Spiralled Chopsticks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rassen-chopstick.md) - [Aesthetically Pleasing Cutlery Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pocket-utensil-set.md) - [Sustainable Wooden Cutlery](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compostable-wooden-cutlery.md)