# Fantastical Folding Blankets The Playful Bird Blanket Folds From Flat to Fluttering in Seconds By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2013-03-12 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-playful-bird-blanket References: [designforminikind](http://designforminikind.com/2013/02/the-newest-multi-tasking-blanket/) & [fabelab.dk](http://fabelab.dk) The Playful Bird Blanket takes two beloved childhood items -- the blanket and the plush toy -- and puts them together into one darling design. Appearing as though it is nothing more than a blanket at first glance, the Playful Bird Blanket is then able to be folded through an origami-style of instructions into a crane-like plush toy. The Playful Bird Blanket boasts a very clever and modern design, which will nonetheless help to enchant and entice children and adults alike. It's a great offering for a [newborn](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/swaddle-sack) because it can transform into whatever the child desires at that moment: either a comforting plush toy or a soothing blanket to help stay warm during a much-needed nap. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.6/10 - Popularity: 15% | Activity: 25% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Youth](https://www.trendhunter.com/youth) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Combining Products:** The combination of two beloved childhood items, a blanket and a plush toy, creates innovative and customizable designs. - **Origami-style Design:** Using origami-style folding instructions to transform a blanket into a plush toy presents opportunities for unique and interactive products. - **Multi-functionality:** The ability for a product to serve multiple purposes, such as being both a comforting plush toy and a warm blanket, offers convenience and versatility. ### Where This Applies - **Children's Toys:** The integration of blankets and plush toys opens up new possibilities for creative and engaging children's toys. - **Home Decor:** The origami-style design of folding blankets can be applied to create stylish and functional home decor accessories. - **Baby Products:** The Playful Bird Blanket's ability to transform makes it an attractive option for innovative and versatile baby products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Children's Wearable Blankets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/super-blanky.md) - [Comforting Adaptable Sofa Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/baby-bird-reincarnation-3way-sofa-bed.md) - [Tortilla Throw Blankets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tortilla-throw-blanket.md) - [Dual-Function Play Swings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/birddy.md) - [Winged Storage Boxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flutterbox.md) - [Sensory Plush Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mooshmoosh.md) - [Artist-Designed Playable Sensory Scarves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/art-play-silk.md) - [Upcycled Outdoor Down Blankets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rebird-down-blanket.md) - [Dense Cuddlable Plushies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sleepy-blobfish-plushie.md)