# Miniature Confection Figurines Etsy's Petit Plat Shop Creates Inedible Dessert Sculptures By Jana Pijak | Published 2014-07-18 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miniature-confection References: [etsy](https://www.etsy.com/listing/195364598/1-miniature-raspberry-cake-slice-112?ref=shop_home_active_17) & [etsy](https://www.etsy.com/shop/PetitPlat?ref=l2-shop-info-name) [Etsy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3dprinted-cookie-cutters) user Stephanie Kilgast is the owner of [Petit Plat](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plantbased-dessert-jar), a web retailer that specializes in miniature confection figurines, jewelry pieces and hair accessories. The shop's most memorable products are these dessert-inspired sculptures that are modeled after indulgent cakes, sugar cookies and doughnut snacks that satisfy one's sweet tooth. These inedible desserts will satisfy one's indulgence without the added calories thanks to their intricate craftsmanship and incredibly lifelike designs. Each of these lovely and miniature confection figurines are made from a polymer clay material that is hand-painted by Stephanie. The artist recreates every detail of a traditional dessert with her figurines, even down to the tiny flecks of icing sugar that adorn a slice of red velvet cake. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.5/10 - Popularity: 29% | Activity: 9% | 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Miniature Sculptures:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Creating miniature sculptures for various industries, such as home decor or collectibles. - **Hyperrealistic Crafts:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Exploring hyperrealistic craftsmanship in different art forms, including jewelry and accessories. - **Inedible Food Replicas:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Designing inedible food replicas as educational tools for culinary schools or advertising props. ### Where This Applies - **Art and Craft:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporating miniature sculptures into art and craft projects, expanding creative possibilities. - **Home Decor:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introducing miniature hyperrealistic sculptures as unique and eye-catching home decor items. - **Culinary and Food Services:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Utilizing inedible food replicas for menu displays or food styling in the culinary industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Collectable Sculptural Doll Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inedible-doll.md) - [Treat-Themed Crafting Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pretty-sweets.md) - [Sushi-Inspired 3D-Printed Confections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3dprinted-confections.md) - [Design-Centric Dynamic Artful Cakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artful-cake.md) - [Viral Easter-Themed Donuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/donutelier.md) - [Food Influencer-Inspired Miniature Collectibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kate-norkeliunas.md) - [Festive Baking Miniatures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miniverse-make-it-mini-food-holiday-series.md) - [Handmade Dessert Plates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carolina-k.md) - [Edible Flower Baking Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/edible-flower-kit.md)