# Crafty Cafes Bangkok's Big Knit Cafe Lets You Knit a Sweater on Your Coffee Break By Michael Hines | Published 2010-12-21 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/big-knit-cafe References: [odditycentral](http://www.odditycentral.com/pics/big-knit-cafe-where-knitting-goes-well-with-coffee.html) & [bigknit49](http://www.bigknit49.com/) I am officially listing knitting as one of the trendiest things to do in 2011, especially after seeing the Big Knit Cafe. The Big Knit Cafe is a [coffee shop in Bangkok](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bacha-coffee) that serves up spools of yarn with its coffee and pastries. On paper, the Big Knit Cafe would seem like the go-to spot for seniors and middle-aged women, but the cafe apparently attracts crafty customers of all ages. Veteran knitters are on hand to give advice to rookies who probably know more about coffee than [crocheting](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/knit-sew-shop). Ball's in your court, [Starbucks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/starbucks-coffee-house). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.2/10 - Popularity: 51% | Activity: 66% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Craft Cafes:** Craft cafes are emerging as trendy spaces that combine the enjoyment of coffee with creative activities like knitting. - **Multigenerational Crafting:** Crafting activities like knitting are becoming popular across all age groups, attracting both experienced crafters and newcomers. - **Coffee Shop Experiences:** Coffee shops are evolving beyond just serving beverages and pastries, offering unique experiences like knitting along with coffee. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Coffee Shops:** Coffee shops can incorporate craft activities like knitting to attract customers and enhance their overall experience. - **Crafting and Hobby Stores:** Crafting and hobby stores can partner with coffee shops to promote their supplies and provide crafting expertise to customers. - **Retiree Services:** Retiree service providers can tap into the trend of knitting and other crafting activities to offer social and creative opportunities for seniors. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Knitted New York Subways](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/straphangers-lounge.md) - [Gen Z Crafting Events](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crafternoon.md) - [Music-Themed Cafe Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pop-up-cafe-in-paris.md) - [Playful Crochet Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crochet-collection.md) - [Luxury NYC-Inspired Cafes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coach-restaurant.md) - [Phygital Thai Coffee Flagships](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/true-coffee.md) - [Luxury Fashion Label Cafes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dior-cafe.md) - [Playful In-Store Cafes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/greggs-cafe.md) - [Fitness-Focused Coffee Shops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fit-cafe.md)