# Heat-Generating Yarns Red Heart Heat Wave Boasts the Ability to Get Up to 12 Degreed Warmer By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2019-08-14 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/red-heart-heat-wave References: [prnewswire](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/red-heart-and-bernat-launch-new-innovative-yarn-products-to-address-americas-love-affair-with-crafting-and-knitting-300901020.html) & [Yarnspirations](http://www.Yarnspirations.com) Inspired by [wearable technology](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mij-technology), Red Heart is introducing Red Heart Heat Wave, an innovative kind of heat-generating yarn. With patented, solar-activated fibers, the yarn boasts the ability to get up to 12 degrees warmer even on a cloudy day, all without any kind of technology or plug-ins. The heat-generating yarn has the potential to make everything from hats to scarves and blankets even warmer, enhancing the way people enjoy time both indoors and outside. Just in time for the season where many people will need cozy mittens, sweaters and other knitted goods, Red Heart Heat Wave will be launching. According to Julia Jackson, New Product Lead at Yarnspirations.com, "We are officially disrupting the knitting industry. Our revolutionary patented heat-generating yarn allows stitchers to create personalized functional items to stay warm and look cool this season." ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.7/10 - Popularity: 67% | Activity: 96% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Life](https://www.trendhunter.com/life) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Wearable Technology in Yarn:** The heat-generating yarn showcases the potential for integrating wearable technology into textiles for enhanced functionality. - **Solar-activated Fibers:** The use of solar-activated fibers opens up opportunities for creating innovative textiles that harness natural energy sources. - **Functional Knitted Goods:** The demand for functional knitted goods such as hats, scarves, and blankets that provide extra warmth presents an opportunity for manufacturers to cater to consumer needs. ### Where This Applies - **Textile Manufacturing:** Manufacturers in the textile industry can explore the production of heat-generating yarns and innovative fabrics that offer enhanced functionality. - **Fashion and Apparel:** Fashion and apparel brands can incorporate heat-generating yarns into their designs, offering customers stylish and cozy options for colder seasons. - **Craft and Hobby Retail:** With the launch of heat-generating yarn, craft and hobby retailers can tap into the growing demand for DIY knitting projects that provide added warmth and comfort. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Fabric Heating Concept](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moritz-walter.md) - [Versatile Heating Blankets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/versatile-heating-blanket.md) - [Solar-Powered Blankets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solarpowered-blanket.md) - [Infrared Heat-Creating Clothing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hologenix-1.md) - [Sustainable Warmth Blankets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bohem-1.md) - [Infrared Light-Converted Warm Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/downless-down-jacket.md) - [Advanced Technology Outerwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/idoona-heated-jacket.md) - [Graphene-Infused Heated Gloves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/graphene-heated-gloves.md) - [On-Demand Heated Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uze-heated.md)