# Hand-Painted Knot Pillows These Tubular Pillows Can Help Owners Practice Their Sailor's Knots By Cadhla Gray | Published 2016-01-23 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/knot-pillows References: [betterlivingthroughdesign](http://www.betterlivingthroughdesign.com/accessories/knot-pillows-by-electric-feathers/) & [electricfeathers](http://electricfeathers.com/collections/objects/products/knot-pillow-tan) Designed by Electric Feathers, these unique knot pillows provide a fun alternative to the traditional four sided [decorative cushions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/squishpillow-by-original-squishmallows). The pillows are not only visually intriguing but also functional, allowing owners to play with the tubes, twisting and turning them into various knots. The tubes are stuffed with cotton and are covered in silk pongee material. The outer material is then hand-painted in a spattered design, with two base coloring options of beige or black. While they may not be as comfortable as traditional [couch and lounge chair cushions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/perron-pillo-lounge-chair), they certainly add a focal point of interest for home owners and visitors to discuss. Great for boating aficionados, sailors or nostalgic boy scouts, these knot pillows are a fun gift for many. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.2/10 - Popularity: 77% | Activity: 72% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Hand-painted Knot Pillows:** Opportunity for designers to create unique and visually intriguing decorative cushions with functional twists. - **Alternative Decorative Cushions:** Demand for non-traditional, eye-catching pillows that add a focal point of interest to homes. - **Playful Home Accessories:** Growing interest in interactive and tactile elements in home decor, such as twistable knot pillows. ### Where This Applies - **Home Decor:** Innovation opportunity for home decor companies to offer unique and interactive decorative pillow designs. - **Gifts and Novelties:** Niche market opportunity for companies targeting boating aficionados, sailors, and nostalgic boy scouts. - **Textiles:** Market potential for textile companies to experiment with hand-painted designs on silk pongee material for decorative pillows. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Monkey Knot-Integrated Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/small-knot-pendant-lamp.md) - [Chunky Knitted Quilted Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/knitty-chair.md) - [Blue-Tonal Pillow Sofas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/muller-van-severen-1.md) - [Upcycled Designer Pillows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kara.md) - [Geometric Upholstered Poufs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tait.md) - [Simplistic Outdoor Poufs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/costuras-poufs.md) - [Ultra-Relaxed Sofa Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/knoll-perron-pillo.md) - [Handcrafted Rustic Pillow Covers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pillow-cover.md) - [Climbing Rope-Crafted Furniture Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/entwined-objects.md)