# Fabric Countdown Chains Michelle Penrod of Evelynkate Creates a Fun Reusable Product for Children By Meghan Young | Published 2014-08-11 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/countdown-chain References: [etsy](https://www.etsy.com/ca/listing/122095242/reusable-fabric-countdown-chain) Countdown chains are a great way for children to learn the concept of before and after, number sense, time, calendar skills, patience, patterning and more. Yet traditional paper countdown chains can be considered wasteful crafts that are only used once. Michelle Penrod of Evelynkate, an [Etsy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sustainable-christmas-tree-alternative) shop based in Olympia, Washington, created a [fabric version of countdown chains](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/remake-by-burberry) that can be reused until people simply get sick of the patterns. Secured with velcro, this option is great for both parents and children alike. Available in 10 different fabrics, customers can customize their own countdown chain to make them more personal as well as match their existing home decor. Although the more eclectic the more cute for children's bedroom. They countdown chains can be used for [birthdays, Christmas, school](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/refillable-advent-calendar) and more. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.7/10 - Popularity: 30% | Activity: 13% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Reusable Countdown Chains:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop fabric-based countdown chains that are eco-friendly and can be used repeatedly for various occasions. - **Customizable Countdown Chains:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create countdown chains that can be personalized by customers to match their home decor and add a unique touch to special occasions. - **Etsy Shop Innovations:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore new product ideas and designs for Etsy shops that cater to parents and children, such as fabric-based countdown chains. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Children's Toys:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introduce eco-friendly and customizable countdown chains as a new and engaging toy option for children. - **Home Decor:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporate fabric countdown chains as decorative items that can be customized to match different home decor styles. - **E-commerce:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Capitalize on the popularity of e-commerce platforms like Etsy by offering innovative and reusable products like fabric countdown chains. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Candle Advent Calendars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/candle-advent-calendar.md) - [Custom Holiday Countdowns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/purrfect-advent-calendar.md) - [Life-Size In-Store Countdowns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toys-r-us-asia.md) - [Textural Chocolate Advent Calendars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kinder-holiday-mix-countdown-calendar.md) - [Mindful Advent Calendars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/playin-choc-advent-calendars.md) - [Climate-Awareness Wool Calendars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/irreversible-scale.md) - [Kid-Friendly Customizable Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pop-n-swop.md) - [Zero-Waste Hair Ties](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fizzy-goblet.md) - [Customizable Kids Wall Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/doodleface.md)