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DIY Repurposed USBs

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

The Brit & Co. 'Message in a Bottle' is a Great Gift Idea

— July 23, 2012 — Art & Design
This super easy Brit & Co. 'Message in a Bottle' project shows how to repurpose old USBs and jars that you may have laying around the house. This is a great sentimental gift idea, as you can store pictures, or a love poem on the thumb drive and send it to someone for a sweet surprise.

All that is needed to make this is some old jars, thumb drives, painters tape, spray paint and some glue. First step is to remove any labeling off the jars, and then you can spruce them up with any spray paint color you wish. After you have loaded up your USB with a message, you can either plop it in the jar, or glue it to the lid. The painters tape can be used to label the jar, especially if you plan on mailing it out.

This is a fun and cost-effective project that is sure to put a smile on the recipient's face.
Trend Themes
1. DIY Repurposing - The trend of repurposing old items, such as USBs, through creative DIY projects presents opportunities for businesses to offer sustainable and customizable alternatives.
2. Sentimental Gifting - The trend of creating personalized and sentimental gifts, like the 'Message in a Bottle' project, opens up possibilities for businesses to provide unique and heartfelt gifting options.
3. Creative Packaging - The trend of using unconventional containers, like repurposed jars, for packaging gifts allows businesses to explore innovative and eco-friendly packaging solutions.
Industry Implications
1. Craft and DIY - The craft and DIY industry can seize the disruptive innovation opportunity by providing creative project ideas, supplies, and workshops catering to the growing demand for repurposing old items.
2. Personalized Gift - The personalized gift industry can capitalize on the trend of sentimental gifting by offering specialized services such as custom engraving, personalized messaging, and unique packaging options.
3. Eco-friendly Packaging - The eco-friendly packaging industry can take advantage of the trend of creative packaging by developing sustainable packaging solutions using repurposed materials and innovative designs.
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