Floppy Disk Coasters by Vectorcloud are a Geeky Way to Hold a Drink
Sarah Moore — April 5, 2012 — Lifestyle
References: etsy & holycool.net
As a retrospective throwback to the days of blue-screens and MS-DOS, Floppy Disk Coasters by Vectorcloud are a novel way to embrace one's inner geek while protecting a table from glass ring marks.
Made out of engraved birch ply, the old-school techcessory has the look and feel of those thin disks that were, at one time, the be-all and end-all in file storage.
The table-protectors come in sets of four and run at about $40 a set. Each disk is customizable and a personalized message can be inscribed onto each one of the set in a red font.
Floppy Disk Coasters by Vectorcloud are a fun and quirky alternative to the traditional table protector. For the more frugal consumer, however, copying this idea is a practical way to make use of the stack of outdated computer accessories lying around the house.
Made out of engraved birch ply, the old-school techcessory has the look and feel of those thin disks that were, at one time, the be-all and end-all in file storage.
The table-protectors come in sets of four and run at about $40 a set. Each disk is customizable and a personalized message can be inscribed onto each one of the set in a red font.
Floppy Disk Coasters by Vectorcloud are a fun and quirky alternative to the traditional table protector. For the more frugal consumer, however, copying this idea is a practical way to make use of the stack of outdated computer accessories lying around the house.
Trend Themes
1. Retro-tech-inspired Home Decor - There is an opportunity for businesses to tap into the nostalgia of retro technology and create unique home decor, such as Vectorcloud's Floppy Disk Coasters.
2. Customizable Table Protectors - Businesses can offer personalized table protectors to customers, as Vectorcloud does with the option to have a red font message inscribed on each of their coaster sets.
3. Sustainable Upcycling - The trend of upcycling outdated computer accessories into practical household items, like homemade floppy disk coasters, can be capitalized on by businesses promoting sustainable living and DIY culture.
Industry Implications
1. Home Decor - The home decor industry can benefit from tapping into the nostalgia trend of retro-tech through the creation of unique items, like Vectorcloud's Floppy Disk Coasters.
2. Custom Printing and Engraving - Businesses providing custom printing and engraving services can benefit from offering personalized table protectors.
3. Sustainability and DIY - Industries promoting sustainable living and DIY culture can benefit from tapping into the trend of upcycling outdated computer accessories into practical household items, like floppy disk coasters.
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