DIY Feminine Product Projects
Cowbag — September 13, 2008 — Art & Design
References: tamponcrafts
In case you've ever found yourself with extra tampons and wondered what to do with them, TamponCrafts.com has you covered. Those tampons will be put to use, no matter what time of the month it is.
There are tampon crafts for all seasons and individuals like Christmas tree lights, Halloween ghosts and some questionable heart earrings. There's even a tampon turkey. (WHY?)
Implications - Seemingly silly or goofy items are being used in unconventional ways for design and art objects. However, this is more about making a statement and reshaping the way certain issues are talked about in the public sphere. Marketers and advertisers can aim to reinvent the dialogue and rhetoric surrounding issues in order to appeal to those consumers that wish to politicize their own lifestyle choices.
There are tampon crafts for all seasons and individuals like Christmas tree lights, Halloween ghosts and some questionable heart earrings. There's even a tampon turkey. (WHY?)
Implications - Seemingly silly or goofy items are being used in unconventional ways for design and art objects. However, this is more about making a statement and reshaping the way certain issues are talked about in the public sphere. Marketers and advertisers can aim to reinvent the dialogue and rhetoric surrounding issues in order to appeal to those consumers that wish to politicize their own lifestyle choices.
Trend Themes
1. Unconventional Design - Opportunity for marketers and advertisers to use seemingly silly or goofy items in unconventional ways to create design and art objects that make a statement and reshape public dialogue.
2. Politicized Lifestyle Choices - Opportunity to appeal to consumers who wish to politicize their own lifestyle choices by reinventing the dialogue and rhetoric surrounding issues.
3. Crafts for Activism - Opportunity to tap into a trend of using crafts as a medium for activism and raising awareness about certain issues.
Industry Implications
1. Marketing and Advertising - Opportunity for marketers to create unconventional and impactful designs that resonate with consumers.
2. Feminine Care Products - Opportunity for feminine care product manufacturers to explore new design possibilities and create products that allow for customization and self-expression.
3. Art and Crafts Supplies - Opportunity for art and crafts supply companies to cater to the growing demand for materials and tools for crafting as a means of activism.
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