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# Giant Worry Dolls
Vicky Hawkins' Twisted Fairies Let You Wear Your Troubles on Your Sleeve

By raw material | Published 2010-03-18 | Lifestyle
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/twisted-fairies
References: [therawmaterials.wordpress](http://therawmaterials.wordpress.com/2010/03/17/twisted-fairies-make-the-world-a-better-place/) & [vickyhawkins](http://www.vickyhawkins.co.uk)

Artist [Vicky Hawkins](http://www.vickyhawkins.co.uk), whose work has been shown at the Royal Academy, has created Twisted Fairies. These Twisted Fairies are giant worry dolls that can be worn on one's sleeve or tied to one's handbag to symbolize troubled times and to twist away the trouble.

There are only 300 available in the world; each one has an individual name and will come with a [particular talisman](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3-graces-of-gold) for a heart, depending on its owner's particular plight.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 1.8/10
- Popularity: 8% | Activity: 39% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women
- Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### What's Driving This Trend

- **Wearable Art:** Creating wearable accessories that serve as artistic expressions and personal symbolizations.
- **Therapeutic Accessories:** Designing accessories that provide emotional support and help individuals cope with troubled times.
- **Unique Limited Editions:** Producing limited edition products with individual names and personalized talismans for a sense of exclusivity and personal connection.

### Who This Affects Most

- **Art and Fashion:** Combining artistic elements with fashion to create unique and expressive accessories.
- **Wellness and Self-care:** Integrating emotional support and therapeutic benefits into accessories that aid in personal well-being and self-care.
- **Collectibles and Limited Editions:** Exploring the market potential of limited edition and collectible products that offer individualized experiences and personal connections.

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