# Whimsical Terrarium Rings HoKiou Creates 3D Fairytale Scenes Inside Bulbous Rings By M | Published 2016-09-21 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fairytale-scene References: [mymodernmet](http://www.mymodernmet.com/profiles/blogs/hokiou-terrarium-jewelry?utm_source=feedly&utm_medium=webfeeds) & [etsy](https://www.etsy.com/shop/HoKiou?source=aw&awc=6220_1474493070_cdf720061be674b866d3ffdcee9436d7&utm_source=affiliate_window&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=us_location_buyer&utm_content=259915) HoKiou is an Etsy seller that recreates whismsical fairytale scenes inside tiny glass bulbs that are fastened onto delicate jewelry rings. The ornaments feature a miniature terrarium of sorts that showcases tiny sculptures of animals, creatures and settings from surrealist worlds. The designs offer a wearable work of art that can be adorned casually thanks to its small and dainty size. The rings are similar in style with a glass globe that is fitted with painted sculptures of different settings. These include scenes such as a goldfish swimming through water or a rainbow above a tiny house on a green hill. The sculptures are constructed by HoKiou entirely by hand and fitted inside the glass to preserve the miniature world. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.6/10 - Popularity: 95% | Activity: 94% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/jewelry) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Miniature Terrarium Jewelry:** Handmade jewelry that recreates whimsical fairytale scenes inside tiny glass bulbs with miniature sculptures of animals and settings from surrealist worlds. - **Surrealist Wearable Art:** Creating a new class of wearable art that showcases surreal miniature worlds in glass bulbs. - **Handcrafted Glass Rings:** Handmade glass rings with tiny sculptures of fictional settings in a miniature terrarium. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Artisan Jewelry Industry:** Incorporating artistry and storytelling into jewelry design to create new markets. - **Fashion Accessories Industry:** Integrating wearable art into functional accessories like rings to create novel and inspiring products. - **Handcrafted Gift Industry:** Creating unique handcrafted products like miniature terrarium jewelry for individuals who seek unconventional and imaginative gifts. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Bug-Inspired Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/murder-hornet-ring.md) - [Plant-Mined Metal Rings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/h2er.md) - [Handcrafted Jewelry Brands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pretty-weird.md) - [DIY Terrarium Jars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crackyourown-geode-crystal-terrariums.md) - [Brick Toy-Inspired Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-gogo.md) - [Bread-Encrusted Gemstone Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rising-collection.md) - [Japan-Inspired Wearable Watch Rings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stasto-stand-stones.md) - [Confectionery-Inspired Ring Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brilliant-earth.md) - [Cork Bottle Terrarium Puzzles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-terrarium.md)