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Demonic Winter Masks

Brutal Knitting Monster Hats are Both Warm and Scary

— December 29, 2012 — Fashion
For some extra excitement this winter, you should cover your head up in one of the Brutal Knitting Monster Hats created by Tracy Widdess.

These monstrous creations will not only keep your head toasty warm with all the layers of cozy knitting, they will also give people a good scare as soon as they catch a glimpse of you. Tracy Widdess shows just how talented she is with the knitting needles by going totally wild with her designs. Try the demonic dragon-looking hat with horns, or the green tentacled alien with three eyeballs popping out of its head, or go for one of the super colorful ones that are sure to catch everyone's attention.

These hats are a great way to make your winter wardrobe completely unique and unusual.
Trend Themes
1. Monster Fashion - The trend of incorporating monsters and mythical creatures in fashion, especially in winter accessories like hats, can create opportunities for innovative designs and collaborations.
2. Handmade Craftsmanship - The trend of handmade, artisanal winter accessories provides opportunities for small businesses and independent designers to create unique and personalized products for consumers.
3. Personal Expression - The trend of using fashion as a means of personal expression can create opportunities for designers to incorporate individuality and edginess into winter accessories.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion Design - The fashion industry can leverage the trend of incorporating monsters and mythical creatures in winter accessories by collaborating with artists and designers to create unique and innovative products.
2. Handmade Crafts - The handmade crafts industry can leverage the trend of handmade winter accessories by offering personalized, one-of-a-kind products that appeal to consumers' individuality and need for self-expression.
3. Online Marketplaces - The online marketplaces that connect designers to consumers can leverage the trend of incorporating individuality and edginess in fashion accessories by identifying and promoting unique and innovative products from independent artists and designers.
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