# Plushy Holiday Garlands These Handmade Holiday Themed Garlands Involve Plush Critters By Lacey-Jane Walsh | Published 2013-11-30 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/holiday-themed References: [etsy](http://www.etsy.com/ca/listing/168132553/traditional-garland-christmas-decoration) & [etsy](http://www.etsy.com/ca/shop/ButtonOwlBoutique?ref=l2-shop-info-name) These cozy holiday themed tree garlands come from a London based company called 'Button Owl Boutique.' This charming garland essentially involves sewing together an assortment of [plush holiday themed toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/godzilla-and-hello-kitty), from soft candy canes to gingerbread men. It's common for people to use popcorn or [Christmas lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lighting-experience) as a tree garland. Many people even use ribbon. However, all of those options are lacking in holiday spirit in comparison to this heart-warming decoration. Unlike lights, this plush garland won't be a holiday fire hazard. This cutesy tree ornament features a plush Rudolph, a fuzzy heart, a bright star and other adorable holiday symbols. This item, available on [Etsy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sustainable-christmas-tree-alternative), provides creative Christmas fans with a lovely alternative to standard tree decorations. These plushy Christmas creatures will earn you compliments from friends and family alike. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.1/10 - Popularity: 75% | Activity: 40% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## 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 - **Handmade Holiday Themed Garlands:** An opportunity for artisans to create unique and personalized holiday decorations using plush toys. - **Cozy Tree Ornaments:** A chance for designers to explore new materials and textures to bring warmth and softness to traditional holiday decor. - **Alternative Christmas Decorations:** A demand for innovative and non-traditional holiday decorations that evoke a sense of nostalgia and charm. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Artisan Crafts:** Artists and craft makers can capitalize on the demand for unique and handmade holiday decorations. - **Textile & Soft Toy Industry:** Opportunities for manufacturers to create holiday-themed plush toys and materials for garlands. - **E-commerce & Online Marketplace:** The rise of online platforms like Etsy provides a convenient avenue for artisans to sell their handmade holiday garlands. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Festive Dog Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/festive-dog-toys.md) - [DIY Embroidery Ornaments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diy-stitched-ornament-kits.md) - [Candy-Filled Christmas Ornaments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/holiday-hunt-series-ornament.md) - [Sparkling Illuminated Festive Wreaths](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/starry-wreath.md) - [Novelty Supermarket Ornaments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aldis-novelty-baubles.md) - [Personalized Pet-Inspired Ornaments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/petinspired-ornament.md) - [Sculpted Holiday Candles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pastel-palette.md) - [Festively Fragranced Holiday Hangers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/holiday-hangers.md) - [Decorative Caramel-Filled Trees](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/holiday-caramel-tree.md)