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Botanical School Supplies

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

The F,l,o,w,e,r,s Acrylic Ruler Takes Measurements with Its Stems

— August 30, 2014 — Art & Design
Designer Norihiko Terayama's f,l,o,w,e,r,s ruler is not a typical item one would purchase when on the hunt for school supplies. With the Back to School season fast approaching, students everywhere can't wait to show off their coolest classroom tools.

This acrylic ruler is nothing short of impressive tools and is surprisingly practical in addition to being stylish. Art lovers are sure to appreciate the accessory that is fitted with pressed flower elements. Instead of intricately etched lines and numbers, the ruler makes measurements using its flowers' stems. The stems are spaced at equal 1 cm intervals, providing an accurate measurement for users.

While this ruler may not be the most advanced of mathematical school supplies, it is an accessory that is bound to impress friends with an appreciation for elegantly crafted stationary.
Trend Themes
1. Artistic Stationery - The use of unconventional materials and design for stationery blurs the lines between function and art, creating opportunities for customization and personalization.
2. Sustainable School Supplies - Incorporating environmentally friendly materials such as pressed flowers into school supplies can appeal to consumers seeking eco-friendly alternatives, creating opportunities for sustainable innovation.
3. Functional Fashion Accessories - The integration of stylish and practical features in fashion accessories, such as the flower stems on the ruler, can create unique product offerings that appeal to both aesthetics and functionality.
Industry Implications
1. Stationery Industry - The stationery industry can incorporate unconventional materials and design elements into their product offerings to appeal to consumers seeking unique and personalized products.
2. Sustainable Materials Industry - The use of eco-friendly materials, such as pressed flowers, in the production of school supplies provides opportunities for the sustainable materials industry to expand into the stationery market.
3. Fashion Accessories Industry - The integration of innovative design and practical features in fashion accessories presents opportunities for the industry to distinguish their products from traditional accessories and capitalize on the growing popularity of functional fashion items.
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