Sam Gensburg's 'Southern Bells' is Entertaining on Many Levels
Meghan Young — October 22, 2010 — Eco
References: coroflot
If you've always wanted a xylophone but think you may be too old for one now, the 'Southern Bells' may have you whistling a different tune. Perfect for big boys (and girls), it's a beer bottle version that's involved some resourceful recycling.
Created by Sam Gensburg, 'Southern Bells' features a special packaging stand that creates a xylophone form. The back of each beer bottle also shows how much of the beer to drink in order to hit the notes you're looking for. Complete with two batons to strike the bottles with, the 'Southern Bells' can create a full octave with two cases of brew.
Created by Sam Gensburg, 'Southern Bells' features a special packaging stand that creates a xylophone form. The back of each beer bottle also shows how much of the beer to drink in order to hit the notes you're looking for. Complete with two batons to strike the bottles with, the 'Southern Bells' can create a full octave with two cases of brew.
Trend Themes
1. Upcycling Innovations - The 'Southern Bells' beer bottle xylophone demonstrates the trend of upcycling by repurposing beer bottles into a musical instrument.
2. Interactive Packaging - The special packaging stand of 'Southern Bells' highlights the trend of interactive packaging that enhances user engagement and experience.
3. DIY Musical Instruments - The 'Southern Bells' beer bottle xylophone taps into the trend of DIY musical instruments, allowing individuals to create their own music with everyday objects.
Industry Implications
1. Craft Beer Industry - Craft breweries can explore disruptive innovation opportunities by incorporating unique packaging designs and interactive elements like the 'Southern Bells' into their products.
2. Music Instrument Industry - The music instrument industry can leverage the trend of DIY instruments by developing more user-friendly and accessible DIY kits inspired by the 'Southern Bells' beer bottle xylophone.
3. Packaging Industry - The packaging industry can capitalize on the trend of interactive packaging by creating innovative packaging solutions that enhance product functionality and user experience, similar to the 'Southern Bells'.
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