# Ornamental Bird Feeders 'Thee Apple' by Thomas Stanley is a Christmas Ball Feeder Hybrid By Allison Love | Published 2010-08-06 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thomas-stanley References: [notcot.org](http://www.notcot.org/post/33228/) & [contemporist](http://www.contemporist.com/2010/08/05/thee-apple-by-thomas-stanley) 'Thee [Apple](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-case)' by Thomas Stanley can double as a [bird feeder](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/birdfy-feeder-vista) and an [ornamental piece of decoration](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/limited-edition-christmas-baubles). In hopes to create the predominantly "unappreciated and undesirable object into a thing of beauty much like the birds that use them," Thomas Stanley's 'Thee Apple' definitely manages to fulfill these desires. 'Thee Apple' boasts a unique modern design, allowing birds to access its seeds from all angles, reassuring that Thomas Stanley has done his job. **Implications** - Consumers are attracted to products with nature-inspired elements because they've become agitated with technology's over-involvement in their everyday lives. Corporations looking to appeal to consumers undergoing technological stress may consider utilizing naturalistic textiles in their wares. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.8/10 - Popularity: 24% | Activity: 22% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## 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 - **Nature-inspired Products:** Corporations can create nature-inspired products to appeal to consumers undergoing technological stress. - **Functional Ornamental Decor:** Incorporating functional elements into decorative items, like bird feeders, can create new and innovative hybrid products. - **Modern Bird Feeders:** Designers can create modern bird feeders that prioritize both functionality and aesthetic appeal. ### Where This Applies - **Home Decor:** Home decor companies can explore incorporating functional elements into decorative objects to create innovative hybrid products. - **Pet Supplies:** Pet supply companies can expand their offerings to include functional and modern bird feeders. - **Gardening and Outdoor Living:** Companies in the gardening and outdoor living industry can offer modern and aesthetically pleasing bird feeders to attract customers seeking functional yet stylish products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [App-Extended Smart Birdfeeders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-birdfeeder.md) - [Highly Functional Bird Feeders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ori-bird.md) - [Interactive Observation Wooden Birdhouses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/domik-ptashki.md) - [Sustainable Bird House Feeders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bamboo-bird.md) - [Bird-Inspired Speaker Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/birdinspired-speaker.md) - [Dual-Function Play Swings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/birddy.md) - [Bird-Shaped Food Packagings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bigbilled-bird-food-concept.md) - [Smart Hummingbird Feeders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/feathersnap-hummingbird-feeder.md) - [AI-Powered Bamboo Bird Feeders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nature-observation-device.md)