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Idea Probe, explores lucrative wooden product ideas by leveraging search engine statistics to identify and respond to market demand.
Idea Probe - Is it too late to get into Mantel Clocks?
Market segment:
First developed several centuries ago, mantel clocks always held a prized location in homes. Whether sitting on a shelf or mantel, there was always a certain elegance to owning one. Even in today's market where everyone is walking around with a watch or mobile phone, a traditional mantel clock located in a special spot in our homes reminds us of the old time pieces that were so prevalent in years gone by. Mantel clocks come in many designs and materials. There is a wide spectrum of styles, sizes, colors and features.
In the market today, crafters have easy access to the actual time pieces that would be used within their hand made clocks. There are many online suppliers that can provide crafters with clock movements, inserts, hands, dials and plans. So, the focus becomes one of crafting the clock case.
Idea Probe - Doll houses - Is this market right for you?
Market segment:
Doll houses have been around for several centuries and most people who have enjoyed growing up with them have fond memories of the many hours they spent with their imaginary families. Today, not only are parents still shopping for doll houses for their children, but there are also adults who collect them as a hobby.
Doll houses can be anything from a simple 1 storey structure with a couple of rooms, to more elaborate multi-floor structures costing thousands of dollars with windows, working doors and even lighting.
Idea Probe - Let's take a look at Coat racks
Market segment:
Coat racks range from a simple nail in the wall to more elaborate devices. They provide a handy place to hang our coats, hats, umbrellas and keys and are often found hiding throughout the house. Whether used in our home's entrance, our kitchen for hanging hand towels, the bathroom for storing our towels and housecoat, the workshop for storing our shop apron and dust mask - coat racks are everywhere.
One thing about coat racks is that they come in so many diverse forms. They can be wall mounted, stand-alone and combined with shelves and drawers for storage. The price range can be from a few dollars to thousands of dollars for the more elaborate and decorative models.
Idea Probe - Toy Boxes and the market opportunities
Market segment:
In prehistoric times, toys existed to keep cave-kids busy and entertained. In prehistoric times, parents first experienced stubbing their toes on scattered toys. In order to keep toys stored and organized, toy boxes eventually made their way into caves and homes. Often big enough to hold a child's wordly possessions, toy boxes became a common piece of furniture found in most children's bedrooms.