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Oversized Origami Blankets

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

The Eva Black 'Folded' Sheet Triangulates Recycled Stationery

— May 6, 2012 — Eco
Over 3,500 triangles form the Eva Black 'Folded' piece, making it anything but square. The piece began as LA-based freelance designer started collecting paper. The collection grew into this amazing masterpiece. The sources of the paper vary from old artworks and maps to paperbags. Each has a story working in cohesion to create colorful contrast in their diverse textures. As paper turns to digital, this medium is used less and less. Black takes these discarded stories and repurposes them into this eye-catching piece.

This adventure into origami could put any attempt at a small creature to shame. Black has clearly spent countless hours investing time and love into this project, folding each paper with precision. This is clear, as the huge installation covers the space as a blanket would.
Trend Themes
1. Recycled Stationery - The use of recycled stationery materials to create unique and visually appealing designs presents opportunities for sustainable and eco-friendly product innovation.
2. Origami Art - The growing popularity of intricate origami art showcases the potential for creating large-scale installations and unique decor pieces that capture attention and spark conversation.
3. Paper Repurposing - The trend of repurposing discarded paper into art and design pieces offers opportunities for creative entrepreneurs to transform waste materials into valuable and aesthetically pleasing products.
Industry Implications
1. Design and Home Decor - In the design and home decor industry, embracing the use of recycled stationery and origami art can open up new avenues for environmentally conscious and visually captivating product lines.
2. Sustainability and Recycling - The sustainability and recycling industry can explore the potential of paper repurposing as a means to reduce waste and promote innovative solutions for reusing materials in creative ways.
3. Art and Craft Supplies - The art and craft supplies industry can tap into the demand for recycled stationery and origami materials, providing artists and hobbyists with unique and eco-friendly options for their creative projects.
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