# Comical DIY Word Bubbles This Activity Lets You Make Humorous Photo Props for Your Friends By Tana Makmanee | Published 2013-05-09 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/word-bubbles References: [crewandlu](http://crewandlu.com/2013/05/02/comic-bubbles-diy/) In this technological age, it's all about taking the cutest and wackiest pictures of you and your friends to post online, and these comical DIY word bubbles are the perfect props to make your photos go viral. Word bubbles are often associated with cartoon shows, where they show up to emphasize a loud noise or possibly what a character is thinking. That is why adding humorous word bubbles to your photographs, with quirky and unusual phrases, is a fantastic way to add some personality to your photos. All you need is a few cardboard posters, chalkboard paint, tape and some wooden sticks. Simply cut out your desired bubble shape, coat it with chalkboard paint and attach the wooden stick behind it. Once dried, use chalk to write any [humorous word or phrase](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/add-text-to-image) you like. Featured on the blog 'Crew & LU,' this DIY activity is a creative way to add some fun while [taking pictures with your friends](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/joycapture). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.6/10 - Popularity: 77% | Activity: 84% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [DIY](https://www.trendhunter.com/diy) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **DIY Photo Props:** Creating DIY photo props is a trend that allows individuals to achieve viral and entertaining pictures. - **Humorous Word Bubbles:** Incorporating amusing word bubbles into pictures is on the rise as a way to give them added personality and create viral content. - **Chalkboard Paint:** Chalkboard paint usage is growing as it proves to be an easy and fun way to add personal touches and customization to DIY projects. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Photography:** The photography industry can capitalize on the trend of DIY photo props by creating kits or tutorials for customers to make their own props. - **Crafts:** The trend for incorporating chalkboard paint into DIY projects can disrupt the crafts industry as it showcases a more personalized take on traditional crafts. - **Social Media:** Humorous word bubbles trend can be utilized by social media platforms as a way to create new and engaging features for users. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Personalized AI Stickers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-stickers.md) - [Text-to-Image AI Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bonkers-app.md) - [Caricature Creation Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/photo-to-caricature-pictures.md) - [Visual Design Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/textbehind.md) - [Instant Photo Roast Generators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zinger.md) - [Ai-Fueled Sticker Makers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-stickerbox.md) - [Voice-to-Sticker Printers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stickerbox.md) - [Personalized AI Emojis](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emojifyer-ai.md) - [Cheekily Creative Bookmarks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/illustrated-bookmarks.md)