# Handmade Wool Yoga Balls One Object Caters to the Unconventional Yoga Experience By Kalin Ned | Published 2018-05-11 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unconventional-yoga References: [design-milk](https://design-milk.com/last-minute-gift-ideas-mothers-day/) & [oneobject](https://oneobject.com/products/wool-yoga-ball-cover) The unconventional yoga experience is usually concerned with a choice of place -- the 5.8 Undersea Restaurant's aquatic pop-up class, or paired with another activity -- yoga and wine events. However, One Object allows its consumers to integrate the holistic activity in its interior design with the X Ball, an artisan-made [felted wool yoga ball](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/b-is-for-ball) that is manufactured in Nepal. The handmade product is a cover that fits a 65-centimeter rubber ball and comes in a natural gray color. The material is naturally dirt-repellent, hence one should not worry about unpresentable exteriors. The best feature of the X Ball is that it can serve a dual purpose. For one it provides the unconventional yoga experience, as well as it can serve as an [additional seating element](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tait) to the living room. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.0/10 - Popularity: 50% | Activity: 32% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Unconventional Yoga Experiences:** Opportunity to create unique yoga products and services that cater to unconventional locations and activities. - **Artisan-made Products:** Potential for handmade and crafted items to appeal to consumers looking for unique and high-quality products. - **Multipurpose Home Decor:** Opportunity to develop products that have multiple functions, such as furniture that can also be used for yoga or exercise. ### Who This Affects Most - **Yoga Equipment:** Disruptive innovation opportunity to create innovative yoga balls and accessories that enhance the yoga experience. - **Handmade and Crafted Goods:** Potential to tap into the market for artisan-made products that offer a unique and personalized touch. - **Home Furnishings:** Opportunity to design versatile home decor items that serve dual purposes, such as yoga balls that can also be used as seating elements. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Volcanic Rock Fidget Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zenlet-lava-ball.md) - [Active Sitting Cork Stools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ylin-stool.md) - [Exercise-Friendly Gym Ball Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/corefitball-pro.md) - [Stress-Reducing Breathing Balls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/breathing-ball.md) - [Balance Board Yoga Mats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/powers-yoga-yogaboard.md) - [3D-Printed Stress Balls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lettuce-ball.md) - [Moss-Colored Yoga Mats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/topselling-yoga-mat.md) - [Water-Filled Workout Balls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aqua-bag.md) - [Ultra-Soft Silicone Stress Balls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/silicone-stress-ball.md)