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Playtime Practice

Reusable crafting supplies put the emphasis on creative process

Implications - In a natural extension of maker culture, temporary and reusable creative products serve as an introduction to the experience of the creative process for children. In emphasizing the process rather than the product itself, consumers are exemplifying an interest in the developmental benefits and introspection afforded by immersive creative activities.
Workshop Question - How can your brand create an engaging consumer experience throughout each step of the purchase journey, rather than only in the products consumers purchase?
Trend Themes
1. Reusable Crafting Supplies for Children - Temporary and reusable creative products serve as an introduction to the experience of the creative process for children.
2. Eco-friendly Art Supplies - Consumers are exemplifying an interest in the developmental benefits and introspection afforded by immersive creative activities, emphasizing the process rather than the product itself.
3. Interactive and Sustainable Playing - The Smart Board design encourages play with ecological terminology and a sense of awareness at an early age about recycling materials.
Industry Implications
1. Toy Manufacturing Industry - Manufacturers can create sustainable, reusable, and affordable craft supplies that encourage creative and unrestricted behavior among children, creating a sustainable future for toy industry growth.
2. Art Subscription Industry - Art Subscription industry can benefit from offering more eco-friendly and reusable products, especially temporary art projects.
3. Eco-friendly Packaging Industry - The Eco-Friendly packaging industry can create sustainable packaging solutions that can be used as a pencil case or paint palette to encourage sustainability and reusability.
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