# Faux Animal Skin Decor Etsy's Romawinkel Shop Creates a Clever Heirloom Tiger Blanket By Jana Pijak | Published 2014-07-26 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tiger-blanket References: [etsy](https://www.etsy.com/listing/171432233/heirloom-tiger-blanket?ref=hp_trending) & [etsy](https://www.etsy.com/shop/romawinkel?ref=l2-shop-info-name) [Etsy's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/floof-snuggle-sack-and-floor-pillow) Romawinkel Shop is known for creating artful home accessories and their heirloom tiger blanket is no exception. Inspired by an animal skin, the blanket is shaped to resemble a black and white tiger that is laying on its stomach. This cheeky home accessory is a great baby shower gift and is sure to become your child's new-found favorite. The unique accessory is screen printed on a durable muslin material and gets softer and softer after each wash. Channeling the opulent [animal skin rugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/foggy-dog) of monarch homes, Etsy's heirloom tiger blanket is made with 100% cotton and cotton batting. The piece is a cruelty-free and clever take on the traditional decor item. This item is also machine-washable and is made to order upon purchase. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.9/10 - Popularity: 40% | Activity: 8% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Animal-inspired Home Accessories:** Opportunities for creating unique and playful home accessories inspired by animals. - **Sustainable and Cruelty-free Alternatives:** Innovative ideas for creating environmentally friendly and ethical alternatives to traditional decor items. - **Customizable and Personalized Products:** The potential to offer made-to-order items that can be tailored to individual preferences and needs. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Home Decor:** The home decor industry can capitalize on the demand for creative and animal-inspired accessories. - **Textiles:** Textile manufacturers can explore sustainable materials and printing techniques to create cruelty-free decorative products. - **E-commerce:** E-commerce platforms can provide personalized and customizable options for consumers looking for unique home accessories. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Heritage Textile Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-wren.md) - [Artist-Designed Wool Blankets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eike-konig.md) - [Understated Ultra-Soft Blankets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-blanket.md) - [Luxurious Faux Fur Blankets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/faux-fur-blanket.md) - [Two-In-One Plush Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cute-animal-pillow-with-blanket.md) - [Modern Stripe Throw Blankets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stripe-throw-blanket.md) - [Intricate Mascot-Honoring Rugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/family-of-mint.md) - [High-Fashion Throw Blankets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/erdem-1.md) - [Organic Cotton Baby Blankets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/organic-cotton-baby-blanket.md)