The Universal Kids Scissor has been designed by Valkiria Creative Intelligence for Faber Castell as an accessory for young creatives that will offer them a way to safely express their creativity. The scissors feature a rounded arc handle that makes them easier to hold in the hand and allows users to simply squeeze them to perform cuts instead of having to keep their fingers looped. This will allow children and potentially even those with accessibility issues to easily use the scissors for a creative project, while the locking design also enhances safety to keep little hands away from the blades.
The Universal Kids Scissor is designed in black, blue and red color options, and is the winner of the 2020 iF Design Award.
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The Universal Kids Scissor Has a Safe, Lockable Design
Trend Themes
1. Ergonomic Design Tools - There is a clear trend towards creating tools that are comfortable and easy to use for people with physical limitations or disabilities, opening new opportunities for the development of products that are inclusive and accessible for all.
2. Child-friendly Products - With the rising attention given to meeting the needs and preferences of younger generations by companies, there is an opportunity to create more products targeted at children for different categories.
3. Safety-enhanced Tools - Inclusion will also require more products with enhanced safety features to protect users from harm, suggesting an opportunity for developing new products that prioritize safety above all else.
Industry Implications
1. Toy Manufacturing - There is an opportunity for toy manufacturers to create safe and ergonomic products that will appeal to children's creativity and contribute to their sensory and psychomotor development.
2. DIY and Craft Supplies - Manufacturers of DIY and craft supplies can invest in producing user-friendly products that will provide customers with easy and safe ways to express their creativity and achieve their desired outcomes.
3. Medical Equipment Manufacturers - Companies producing medical equipment can explore opportunities for creating products with enhanced safety features to support people with disabilities or physical limitations.