# Delicately Marbled Glassware These Seasons Vases by Kristine Five Melvaer Boast Hand-Painting By Jana Pijak | Published 2013-08-30 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seasons-vases References: [mocoloco](http://mocoloco.com/vote/seasons-vases-by-kristine-five-melvaer/) & [kristinefivemelvaer](http://kristinefivemelvaer.com) These 'Seasons' vases by Kristine Five Melvaer are [hand-blown](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magnus-collection) and hand-painted to create a delicately marbled effect. Displayed in a variety of bold color hues, these [dynamic glassware pieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tip-top-glass) take inspiration from the ever-changing colors of our natural environment. Whether taking inspiration from [blooming cherry blossoms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/srya-collection) or the picture of bright green leaves against a clear blue sky, each of these Seasons vases brings designer Kristine Five Melvaer's vision of nature to life. Paying homage to each of the four seasons, these stunning decorative objects are art pieces in their own right. The objects can be displayed as a collective set or alone, each expressing a distinctive and organically marbled motif of blended hues and colored specks. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.5/10 - Popularity: 28% | Activity: 68% | 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) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Hand-painted Glassware:** Opportunity for glassware companies to create artisanal and unique pieces through hand-painting techniques. - **Organic-inspired Decor:** Opportunity for home decor companies to offer organic-inspired pieces that complement the natural environment in the home. - **Marbled Effect Design:** Opportunity for designers to experiment with marbled effect techniques on a variety of surfaces and materials beyond just glassware. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Glassware Industry:** Opportunity for glassware industry to incorporate artisanal techniques to create unique designs and increase product value. - **Home Decor Industry:** Opportunity for home decor industry to tap into the trend of organic-inspired designs and offer complementary pieces to customers. - **Design Industry:** Opportunity for the design industry to explore and experiment with marbled effect techniques and apply them to a variety of surfaces and materials. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Nature-Inspired Colorful Glass Vases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anemona.md) - [Exquisite Circular Vases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/salt-vases.md) - [Dynamic Colorful Glass Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pavilion-set.md) - [Rain-Inspired Glassware Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/syksy.md) - [Nordic-Inspired Glass Blown Vases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fab-vase.md) - [Wabi-Sabi-Informed Green Glassware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/green-glassware.md) - [Mouth-Blown Glass Hydro Vases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hydro-glass-vase.md) - [Sculptural Glass Vases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/navazi.md) - [Sweden-Inspired Unique Glass Vessels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/midsummer-mini-vase.md)