# Salvaged Christmas Tree Sleds These Upcycled Sleds by Tom Hatfield are a Handmade "Treet" By Jordan M | Published 2011-01-29 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tom-hatfield References: [tomhatfield](http://www.tomhatfield.co.uk/christmastreesledge) Christmas and the holiday season in general can be a joyful time of goodwill and cheer, but as Tom Hatfield knows, it is also a time when a huge amount of [Christmas trees](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/all-lit-up) get thrown to the wayside without so much as a second thought. In order to make a point about this [unnecessary waste](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/objects-from-frames), the crafty designer began creating vintage-styled, [upcycled sleighs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/upcycled-sauna) out of discarded Christmas tree branches. Because he chose not to treat the sleigh, the untouched wood not only looks awesome, but also retains the powerfully nostalgic smell of a Christmas tree throughout the winter. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.4/10 - Popularity: 14% | Activity: 21% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Upcycled Christmas Decor:** Opportunity for businesses to create unique and eco-friendly holiday decorations by repurposing discarded materials. - **Nostalgic Design:** Opportunity for businesses to tap into the sentimental value of vintage-styled products that evoke feelings of nostalgia. - **Sustainable Upcycling:** Opportunity for businesses to capitalize on the growing demand for sustainable and eco-conscious products by offering upcycled goods. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Craft and Design:** Crafters and designers can explore the possibilities of upcycling discarded materials into new and unique products. - **Home Decor:** Home decor companies can incorporate upcycled and nostalgic designs into their product offerings to appeal to environmentally conscious consumers. - **Sustainable Living:** Businesses focused on promoting sustainable living can showcase upcycled products as a way to reduce waste and promote eco-friendly practices. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Plastic Bottle-Made Christmas Trees](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caroline-chaptini.md) - [Biodegradable Holiday Decor](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/christmas-decor-collection.md) - [Felled Tree Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ptacek-home-chunk-line.md) - [Repurposed Wooden Vessels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/darren-appiagyei.md) - [Contemporary Conservationist Treehouses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sylvascope-treehouse.md) - [Old-Fashioned Americana Snow Sleds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/classic-toboggan.md) - [Waste-Incorporated Chair Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/knoll-chairs.md) - [Pop-Up Holiday Decor](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/one-minute-christmas-trees.md) - [Sustainable Creative Craft Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fyrn-studio-series.md)