# DIY Marshmallow Roses These Pink Peppermint Pops are Perfect for Sentimental Occasions By Erin Kirkpatrick | Published 2013-02-18 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pink-peppermint-pops References: [site.pinkpeppermintpaper](http://site.pinkpeppermintpaper.com/blog/2011/02/10/diy-marshmallow-roses/) These pink peppermint pops are an adorable way to enjoy sweets and the beauty of flowers. Designed to resemble a [romantic arrangement of roses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2026-valentines-day-lineup), gentlemen and ladies can give these to those they admire or share feelings for. There are also multiple perks to picking these faux flowers over the real thing. These are considerably less expensive than a dozen fresh roses and they take about 15 minutes to construct (although you would never guess it). Using [pink marshmallows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marshmallow-confections), white icing and pearl nonpareils you can create a sugary snack that kids will love to make and want to eat. As a bonus for parents, this [flower-inspired snack](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/woolworths-fresh-bouquet) is a mess-free sweet for their little ones. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.9/10 - Popularity: 33% | Activity: 16% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **DIY Marshmallow Roses:** Opportunity for businesses to create DIY kits and tutorials for making marshmallow roses. - **Adorable Edible Flowers:** Innovation opportunity for creating other edible flower treats that are aesthetically pleasing. - **Mess-free Snacks:** Opportunity to develop more mess-free snacks for children that are fun and delicious. ### Where This Applies - **Food and Beverage:** Food companies can create and market DIY kits for making edible flower treats. - **Craft and DIY:** Opportunity for craft and DIY industries to create tutorials and products for making edible flower arrangements. - **Children's Products:** Companies can develop and market mess-free snacks for children that are both tasty and visually appealing. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Heart-Shaped Valentine's Day Marshmallows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stuffed-puffs-valentines-day.md) - [Easter Marshmallow DIY Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dip-and-decorate-dozen.md) - [Decorative Holiday Marshmallows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/holiday-marshmallow.md) - [Valentine's-Themed Marshmallow Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jet-puffed-1.md) - [Sweet Heart-Shaped Marshmallows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hearts-marshmallows.md) - [Springtime Marzipan Treats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marzipops.md) - [Festive Decorated Marshmallows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/williams-sonoma.md) - [Holiday Marshmallow Treats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jetpuffed.md) - [Minty Marshmallow Truffles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peppermint-fluffle.md)