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Banana-Saving Hats
Banana-Saving Hats
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Works and its super cute

5 stars out of 5
Amanda A.

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Works and its super cute

5 stars out of 5
Amanda A.

Banana-Saving Hats

A handy little accessory that keeps your bananas fresh longer (and looks cute to boot).

$25.00

Keeps bananas fresh Cute and fun Prolongs banana life Great gift Conversation starter Easy to use

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Made in USA

What Makes It Uncommon

Hat Trick

Sure, you could freeze those overripe bananas for bread or smoothies. But wouldn’t it be nice if they just stayed yellow longer? Try a hat. That is, a hat designed to preserve your favorite tropical treat. This one’s a two-parter: First, place the silicone cap over the crown (where the bananas connect) to slow the absorption of ethylene gas, which is what causes them to turn brown. (Bonus: The updated BPA-free silicone can accommodate larger bananas due to its enhanced flexibility.) Second, place the cute knit hat over the silicone one (they secure with magnets). Unicorn and viking or watermelon and pineapple? The choice is yours. Then, voilà! Bananas stay fresh longer—and look great while doing it. Which means you’ll waste less food and money. Yep, all that from a little hat. Made in California.

WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD – Small parts. Not for children under 3 years.

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Made from

magnet, food-grade silicone

Measurements

1.5” L x 0.5” W x 2" H

Care

Reusable, silicone cap can be cleaned with hot water and mild soap

Notes

Here are some helpful tips on how to best use your Banana-Saving Hats!
- These hats are most effective on banana bunches of 2+.
- If possible, keep your bananas separated from any other ripening fruit.
- When you apply the hat, it is really important to make sure to pull the silicone cap as far down the crown of the banana bundle as possible. It should feel quite snug and secure on top of the banana crown.

Item ID

53347

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People love the banana hats for their ability to keep bananas fresh longer while adding a cute and fun touch to the kitchen.

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  • 5 stars out of 5

    I have to admit I was skeptical….but the Banana Hats really do keep ou…

    • Dkwdwrd
    • La Quinta, California

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  • 5 stars out of 5

    Perfect as a sweet gift - especially friends that love bananas 👏👏

    • Nanny
    • StudioCity

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  • 5 stars out of 5

    I got these for my husband for Christmas. He loved them and got a kick…

    • AuntD
    • California

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  • 5 stars out of 5
  • Dkwdwrd
  • verified reviewer
  • La Quinta, California

They really do work!!

I have to admit I was skeptical….but the Banana Hats really do keep our bananas fresher longer! And they are cute! I like the new slightly bigger size too

  • 5 stars out of 5
  • Nanny
  • verified reviewer
  • StudioCity

Delightful - and it works

Perfect as a sweet gift - especially friends that love bananas 👏👏

  • 4 stars out of 5
  • Vacheron
  • verified reviewer
  • Sonoran Desert

They are cute. I know in theory they work.

I bought these as a gifts. They loved them. When I returned for myself, they were all gone, no indication either way of returning. Information like that is important to me. Actually, many things were out of stock when I returned to purchase several items. Many others were no longer on sale. :-(

  • 5 stars out of 5
  • AuntD
  • verified reviewer
  • California

Great Christmas gift

I got these for my husband for Christmas. He loved them and got a kick out of them. He's using them and loves them.

  • 5 stars out of 5
  • Rye gal
  • verified reviewer
  • Rye, NH

Fun

These were a stocking gift for my husband who is the one who enjoys bananas. He laughed and loved them. He still chuckles when he looks at them on the bananas. I may purchase again for 7 year old twins!

  • 5 stars out of 5
  • Cerrise
  • verified reviewer
  • Dayton, OH

Nana Hats kept bananas fresh 4 days longer!

First - these Nana Hats are totally adorable. I bought the Unicorn & Viking set. Second - I put a Nana Hat on a 3-banana bunch and sat them on the counter next to a single banana bought the same day (and a similar ripeness). 4 days later, the single one needed to be eaten or it would be over ripe while the Nana Hat bunch were only slightly more ripe than when I bought them. The Nana Hats were well worth the price and a smile on the kitchen counter is always a good thing. #sweepstakes

  • 1 star out of 5
  • Li
  • verified reviewer
  • Florida

So cute and fun but not effective.

I love these little guys and they make me smile. Unfortunately, they did not help keep bananas fresh. I tested a bunch - 3 with a hat and 3 without. Both went brown at the same time actually the bananas without the hat were better.

Response from merchant

Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. We’re so glad to hear that these little guys brought a smile to your face! However, we’re sorry to hear that they didn’t help keep your bananas fresh as expected. We understand how disappointing that can be when you were hoping for a specific result. We haven’t heard of any trends in this item’s performance, but we’d love to make this right. If you’re interested, we’d be happy to assist with a return or find another solution. We’ve reached out directly to offer further help.

  • 5 stars out of 5
  • WS Shopper
  • verified reviewer
  • Seattle, WA

Cute and They Work

Nothing will prevent a banana from overripening indefinitely, but these do slow the process. And they are cute in the process. As the cap is stretched in the process it can rip over time, but they work well enough that we reordered replacements.

  • 4 stars out of 5
  • JJ
  • verified reviewer
  • WA

They really work!

This is a great "freshness hack" for bananas. We had a little problem with one of the interior liners ripping just a few weeks after we got them, but it was quickly replaced by the vendor. We haven't had any problems since then. If that hadn't happened, this would have been a 5-star review. We use them every day.

  • 5 stars out of 5
  • LAGirl
  • verified reviewer
  • LA

A Gift

I'm giving these as a gift, but am seriously considering getting them for myself-- they are so cute!

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  • WA

Like Allyn in Tennessee, I would love to buy replacement silicone, as all but one of miy 4 hats is now ripped. :(

Verified reply from Iriscelis

Unfortunately, we do not have just to silicone piece available for purchase. We apologize for any inconvenience.

  • Tennessee

The silicone sleeve ripped badly on one of mine. Is it possible to order replacement silicone?

Verified reply from Itamar

Oh no! We currently do not offer replacement component parts for this item, However, we have a forever return policy and will gladly replace the set. Please reach out to us at help@uncommongoods.com

  • Washington DC

Are the yarn hats handmade?

Verified reply from Dayle-Marie

Yes, the hats are handmade!

  • Colorado

Any chance these cuties might fit on a Shelf Elf??

Verified reply from Michelle

Hi! That is an amazing idea! The silicone insert will not, as for the knitted hat part the measurements are 1.5” L x 0.5” W x 2" H.

  • undisclosed

How large of a bunch of bananas will the silicone and knit caps easily fit - 6 or 8 bananas?

Verified reply from Allison

4 or 5 work best!

  • undisclosed

What is the cute part of the hat(not the silicone part)made of?

Verified reply from Leslie

Hi there! The actual hats are composed of acrylic yarn.

  • PA

octopus?

Verified reply from Sophia

Hello! We do have an Octopus option available and in stock. You can select, "Exclusive Octopus & Shark" from the drop-down menu!

  • CA

Is it made in the USA?

Verified reply from Cassandre

Yes! These little darlings are made in California.

  • La Quinta, CA

How many are included?

Verified reply from Amy

They come in a set of 2: Unicorn & Viking or Watermelon & Pineapple!

This gift is great for ...

  • Foodies Who Hate Waste

  • Couples Who Love Unique Kitchen Gadgets

  • Adults Who Appreciate Fun Accessories

  • Friends Who Enjoy Quirky Gifts

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