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Office Supply Sci-Fi Fighters

Instructables Shows You How to Make a Star Wars X-Wing Fighter

— May 18, 2011 — Art & Design
Instructables has yet again shown its viewers how to create something from office supplies. Inspired by the 'Build the Starship Enterprise from useless office supplies' Instructables post, the X-Wing Fighter is very simialr.

Using a Sharpie, four pen lids, butterfly clips, a pencil sharpener, strip of staples, glue, medium and large binder clips as well as a memory card, the creator can easily kill some time at work by constructing this super cool sci-fi fighter.

Coworkers and peers will be jealous of your easily constructed X-Wing Fighter jet that even Luke Skywalker would want to ride in. Instructables has yet again managed to offer a simple DIY project and provide an absolutely perfect way for you to demonstrate your immense appreciation for the Star Wars franchise.
Trend Themes
1. Office-supply DIY - Creating sci-fi crafts by repurposing office supplies can appeal to a growing community of DIY enthusiasts.
2. Upcycling Hacks - There's an opportunity for entrepreneurs to offer DIY hacks that show consumers how to creatively repurpose common, everyday office items and help them reduce waste.
3. Fan-inspired Crafts - Fan-made crafts can tap into a loyal base of enthusiasts and create new revenue streams for companies that host forums and communities centered around specific genres or fandoms.
Industry Implications
1. Office Supplies - Companies that produce office supplies can market their products as versatile building materials for fans and DIYers alike.
2. E-commerce - Online retailers can target DIYers and sci-fi enthusiasts with curated collections of office items, packaging, and other materials that are typically disposed of, but can be upcycled into art.
3. Social Media - Social networks can help enthusiasts connect with peers and discover new ways of upcycling everyday objects into creative and personalized works of art.
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