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Gamer Ghost Quilts

The Pac-Man Crochet Blanket Lets You Bring Blinky to Bed

— October 7, 2013 — Tech
This Pac-Man crochet blanket is easily one of the geekiest ways to stay warm this winter. The blanket was created by Etsy merchant Ki, owner and proprietor of the store AtomicBits. Ki is offering two versions of her blanket: a red Blinky and an orange Clyde.

The blankets are as detailed as they can be (the game was 8-bit, after all) and are made from anti-allergic yarn. The Pac-Man crochet blanket is two-feet square, so it's more of a throw/decoration than a functional blanket. Still, what better way to warm your legs in the winter when you're playing Xbox. In addition to the Pac-Man crochet blanket, Ki also makes Kirby, Super Mario and Dragon Quest blankets.
Trend Themes
1. Geeky Crochet Blankets - Creating crochet blankets inspired by popular gaming icons provides an opportunity for geek culture enthusiasts to showcase their interests in a unique and functional way.
2. 8-bit Retro Gaming - Utilizing the nostalgic appeal of 8-bit graphics in products such as Pac-Man crochet blankets taps into the growing trend of retro gaming and appeals to gamers seeking a nostalgic connection.
3. Gaming-inspired Crafts - The emergence of gaming-inspired crafts like Pac-Man crochet blankets highlights the market demand for unique and personalized items that cater to gaming enthusiasts, offering opportunities for artisans and crafters to explore new product creations.
Industry Implications
1. Craft Supplies - The popularity of gaming-inspired crafts like Pac-Man crochet blankets presents a potential market for craft suppliers to offer specialized materials and tools catered to this niche.
2. E-commerce Platforms - As the demand for gaming-inspired products like Pac-Man crochet blankets grows, e-commerce platforms can capitalize on this trend by providing a dedicated marketplace or category to showcase and sell such unique creations.
3. Gaming Merchandise - Gaming merchandise companies can tap into the market of gaming enthusiasts by collaborating with artisans and creators to produce licensed products like Pac-Man crochet blankets, providing fans with more options to express their passion for video games.
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