The Ampersand Pillow
Marissa Brassfield — December 11, 2008 — Art & Design
References: etsy & notcot.org
What word nerd wouldn't love to cuddle up next to their significant other on a couch with this Ampersand Pillow? As if a pillow shaped like an ampersand wouldn't stand out enough on its own, this cushion is handmade with crazy fabric.
I love that typography is finding its way off of the computer screen and into everyday life. We've seen typographical street art and, of course, graffiti, but it's refreshing to see typeface enter the home.
I love that typography is finding its way off of the computer screen and into everyday life. We've seen typographical street art and, of course, graffiti, but it's refreshing to see typeface enter the home.
Trend Themes
1. Typography Home Decor - There is an opportunity to disrupt the home decor industry by introducing typography-inspired products such as cushions and throws.
2. Handmade Customized Cushions - The trend of customized handmade cushions and pillows offers opportunities to small businesses and designers to cater to the niche market of word nerds.
3. Textile Innovation - The Ampersand Pillow represents a growing trend of innovative and creative use of textiles in home furnishings that offers new opportunities for manufacturers and designers.
Industry Implications
1. Home Decor - The home decor industry can capitalize on typography-inspired products such as cushions and throws to attract word nerds and typography enthusiasts.
2. Customization Services - Customization services can be a disruptive innovation opportunity to cater to the niche market of word nerds seeking unique handmade cushions and pillows.
3. Textile Manufacturing - Textile manufacturers can capitalize on the growing trend of innovative and creative use of fabrics in home furnishings to produce unique and trendy products like The Ampersand Pillow.
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