# Masquerading Ticking Timepieces The Table Clock Book is the Perfect Covert Chronograph By Deborah Kim | Published 2011-08-16 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/table-clock-book References: [fancy](http://fancy.com/things/259907971/Karlsson-Table-Clock-Book) & [karlsson-clocks](http://www.karlsson-clocks.com/) The Table Clock Book by Karlsson Clocks is a [fully functioning clock](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trace-line) that disguises itself as a set of colorful books. This item would be perfect for hiding in a [table or bookcase](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bookmarker-table). This covert clock is great for those who are looking for a time piece that won't stand out and will blend in with pre-existing home decor. The Table Clock Book would also make an [excellent gift for any bookworm](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/novellamate), student or avid book collector in your life. And because of its camouflaging ability, this clock can make a fun "can-you-spot-it" game. Subtle decor is sometimes the best kind of decor, and I'm sure if this clock could talk, it would agree. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.3/10 - Popularity: 1% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Home](https://www.trendhunter.com/home) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Disguise Clocks:** Opportunity for creating clocks that blend in with home decor by disguising themselves as other objects. - **Camouflaging Technology:** Opportunity for developing technology that can blend in with its surroundings for covert purposes. - **Interactive Decor:** Opportunity for creating decor items that engage people in interactive games or challenges. ### Who This Affects Most - **Home Decor:** Opportunity for home decor manufacturers to create unique and inconspicuous clock designs. - **Security Systems:** Opportunity for security system companies to develop camouflaging technology for covert surveillance purposes. - **Gifts and Novelties:** Opportunity for gift and novelty product manufacturers to incorporate interactive elements into their designs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Two-Sided Wall Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/corner-clock.md) - [Security Camera Multifunctional Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/swap-clock.md) - [Intentionally Foggy Clock Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kehai-clock.md) - [Concentric Timezone Wall Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/analog-wall-clock.md) - [Minimal Global Desk-Side Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/world-clock-1.md) - [Grenade-Inspired Table Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lepe-1839.md) - [Pixelated Flip-Style Wall Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miniot-klapklok.md) - [Kinetic Pattern Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moir-clock.md) - [Minimal Charging Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/desk-clock-1.md)