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Camera-Inspired Tape Dispensers

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

These Wooden Tape Dispensers Look Like Old-School Cameras

— June 16, 2013 — Art & Design
As much as the employees at Scotch would like to deny, tape dispensers should not be disposable. These camera-shaped wooden tape dispensers posted on Pinkoi are efficient in more than one way. They serve as a stationery tool and also a decorative table topper.

The idea of making a tape dispenser in the shape of a camera may seem random, but it actually isn’t that big of a surprise. Since the dawn of time, girls have loved cameras. After Instagram patented its iconic logo of a cool camera shape, we are seeing more and more camera-mimicking tools that have nothing to do with photography. Especially for the crafty girl, there is probably nothing she loves more than a camera while working on her DIY projects that require tape.
Trend Themes
1. Camera-inspired Desk Accessories - Opportunity for companies to create unique and stylish desk accessories inspired by popular products, such as cameras, for craft enthusiasts and collectors.
2. Decorative and Functional Tape Dispensers - Opportunity to create tape dispensers that serve as both a functional tool and a decorative item for home and office spaces.
3. Nostalgic and Whimsical Office Supplies - Opportunity for companies to tap into the nostalgia trend and create whimsical office supplies that evoke childhood memories and bring a touch of playfulness to the workplace.
Industry Implications
1. Stationery Industry - Opportunity for the stationery industry to develop and market unique, decorative, and functional tape dispensers and other office supplies that cater to the growing demand for stylish and playful desk accessories.
2. Craft Industry - Opportunity for the craft industry to offer a wide range of decorative and functional tape dispensers and other office supplies that cater to the DIY and craft enthusiasts market.
3. Home Decor Industry - Opportunity for the home decor industry to expand their product line and include unique and playful office supplies, such as camera-inspired tape dispensers, that serve as decorative and functional items in home and office spaces.
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