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Transforming Tea Towels

The Smart Tea Towel Easily Transforms into an Apron for Messy Cooks

— June 22, 2014 — Art & Design
Sometimes aprons are not readily available in times of sticky situations -- literally -- so the folks at Unika, a kitchen innovations company, decided to create the Smart Tea Towel. The towel can transform into your needed apron on demand.

This towel may be novelty-looking, but it promises to be one of the most ergonomic tools in your kitchen. It is simple and easy to use; all you have to do to deploy the apron is stretch its concealed elastic straps and secure them around your waist. The secure strap also has a built-in magnet so that you can hang the towel hybrid on your fridge when you aren't using it.

Though it doesn't cover your full body, it enables more cupboard space. Aprons can be heavy and take up most of the space in a kitchen drawer.
Trend Themes
1. Smart Kitchen Innovations - Creating multi-functional tools like the Smart Tea Towel that can transform and adapt to different needs in the kitchen.
2. Ergonomic Kitchen Accessories - Developing tools and accessories that are designed for ease of use and efficiency, like the Smart Tea Towel.
3. Space-saving Kitchen Solutions - Designing products that optimize storage space in the kitchen, such as the Smart Tea Towel that frees up cupboard space.
Industry Implications
1. Kitchenware - Introducing innovative products like the Smart Tea Towel that offer new functionality and convenience for kitchen tasks.
2. Home Goods - Exploring multi-purpose products for the home, including the Smart Tea Towel that transforms from towel to apron.
3. Household Appliances - Incorporating smart features into everyday household items, like the Smart Tea Towel with its built-in magnet for easy storage.
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