# Hooting Owl Hats These Adorable Hoo Hats Keep Little Heads Warm and Cozy By Renee Ramsarran | Published 2011-02-24 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hoo-hats References: [inhabitots](http://www.inhabitots.com/hoo-hat-upcycled-felted-wool-owl-hats-keep-kids-warm/il_fullxfull-205128056/) & [etsy](http://www.etsy.com/shop/hoohats) Nothing is cuter than transforming your little one into an adorable avian with these Hoo Hats. Designer Charlotte Copper creates these [owl hats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/patch-cap) in her own Portland, Oregon dining room. Made from [upcycled wool sweaters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uniqlo-and-anya-hindmarch) and felt materials, these hats feature big owl eyes and a pointy yellow beak. You'll get a hoot out of seeing your tot sport these cuddly Hoo Hats. Don't fret, these colorful creations come sized for [newborns, tots, teens and adults](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-ollie-world-swaddle), so you and your family can enjoy these adorable pieces! ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.2/10 - Popularity: 79% | Activity: 38% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Alpha - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Upcycling Fashion:** Utilize upcycled materials to create new fashion accessories like Hoo Hats - **Novelty Hats:** Design and create unique hats, like owl-inspired Hoo Hats, for all ages - **Small Batch Production:** Manufacture limited quantities of unique items, such as handmade Hoo Hats ### Where This Applies - **Fashion:** Create unique and sustainable fashion pieces using upcycled materials for a new market of environmentally conscious consumers - **Novelty Items:** Develop a line of unique and playful novelty hats such as the Hoo Hat for children and adults alike - **Handmade Goods:** Produce small batches of handmade novelty hats, like the Hoo Hat, for a bespoke market of consumers looking for unique items ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sensory Plush Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mooshmoosh.md) - [Comforting Plush Collectibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cloudheads.md) - [Versatile Family-Friendly Beanies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/laolao.md) - [Bear-Themed Baby Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paddington.md) - [Playful Crochet Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crochet-collection.md) - [Whipped Cream-Themed Fuzzy Hats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/whipped-creamthemed-fuzzy-hat.md) - [Kids Cozy Animal Slippers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kids-cozy-animal-slippers.md) - [One-Piece Adult Outerwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/puffer-chubbsie.md) - [Warming Weighted Plushies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heartwarming-hugs.md)