# Decorative Woodland Pottery The Fern Forest Platter from Anthropologie is Hand-Crafted By Jana Pijak | Published 2013-11-14 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fern-forest-platter References: [anthropologie](http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/catalog/productdetail.jsp?navAction=jump&id=29316338&color=095&cm_sp=PRODUCT_DETAIL-_-RECOMMENDATIONS-_-29316338) & [anthropologie](http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/catalog) The Fern Forest Platter from home and fashion retailer [Anthropologie](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lilypad-cake-stand) embodies a nostalgic aesthetic that is brought to life with artist Rebecca Rebouche's illustrations. The folk art inspired home decor piece marries [mixed media paintings and sculptural motifs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handpainted-ceramic-collections). Based in Louisiana, Rebecca creates works that pay tribute to a romantic, Southern aesthetic, synonymous with Gone With the Wind heroine and original southern belle Scarlett O'Hara. The Fern Forest Platter from Anthropologie depicts a whimsical forest scene that is inhabited by a white rabbit, a bird and even a winged fawn that stands far in the drawing's distant backdrop. The painted illustration is accented with decorative edges and a flower-enriched frame decal that displays stunning color combinations. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.5/10 - Popularity: 2% | Activity: 6% | 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) > [Home](https://www.trendhunter.com/home) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Whimsical Home Decor:** Trend towards nostalgic, folk art inspired home decor with mixed media paintings and sculptural motifs opens up opportunities for innovative product designs. - **Hand-crafted Pottery:** The popularity of hand-crafted pottery creates opportunities for artists and makers to explore different techniques and aesthetics - **Nature-inspired Illustration:** Growing demand for nature-inspired illustration and design provides potential for artists and brands to experiment with different motifs and styles. ### Where This Applies - **Home Decor:** The trend towards nostalgic home decor creates opportunities for home décor companies to innovate product offerings. - **Hand-crafted Goods:** As consumers increasingly seek hand-crafted goods, there is an opportunity for makers and small businesses to leverage this growing trend. - **Art and Design:** Increased demand for nature-inspired illustration and design creates opportunities for artists and designers to create new and unique products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Dainty Floral Tableware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cynthia-rowley-1.md) - [Adorable Ceramic Homeware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ceramic-homeware1.md) - [Aquatic Plant-Inspired Kitchenware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lilypad-cake-stand.md) - [Revived Mid-Century Serveware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tortugaware.md) - [Hand-Painted Ceramic Plate Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/destree-x-cabana.md) - [Mixed Material Home Decor](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/resin-dragon-egg-ornament.md) - [Mythical Forest-Inspired Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grun-collection.md) - [Handmade Dessert Plates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carolina-k.md) - [Natural Landscape-Inspired Ceramics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/matter-collection.md)