Kickstarter is a funding platform for creative projects. Everything from films, games, and music to art, design, and technology.

Since April 28, 2009, over $2 billion has been pledged by more than 10 million people, funding more than 100,000 creative projects.

As a creative it gives me great pride to see a project start from an idea and make its way onto the market through strangers who believe in your dream. It creates opportunity for the little person with big ideas which may have not been possible before Kickstarter.

If you would like to see my top 10 picks of Kickstarter campaigns currently being funded please scroll down – you never know you might want to invest yourself!

10. Ernest Wright and Son Ltd – Scissors Hand-Made in Sheffield

These scissors were produced throughout the 1960s, ’70s and ’80s but have ceased to be reproduced since which is amazing for these one of a kind scissors.

The toothed gap between is a bottle opener. They also feature one serrated blade to grip for slippery items you’d ever wish to cut. With a little care these scissors can last a lifetime.

Funded 127%
Pledged £76,733

9. Aer Travel Pack: The Ultimate Carry-on Backpack

The Travel Pack meets the maximum carry-on limits for international and domestic airlines so you’ll never have to check your bag in and worry about it getting lost or damaged.

Fitted with multiple compartments the bag can hold a multitude of items such as a laptop pocket that fits up to a 15.6