# Fantasy Alien Marbles Sherry Bellamy's Glass Beads are Amazing By Luisa Amanda Gomes | Published 2010-03-31 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sherry-bellamy References: [notcot.org](http://www.notcot.org/post/29459/) & [dailyartfixx](http://www.dailyartfixx.com/2009/10/06/sherry-bellamy-lampwork-beads/) Canadian artist Sherry Bellamy has created wonderful and imaginative [glass beads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paracord-beads) through lampworking. The lampworking technique is a torch is used to melt glass of several different shapes and colors. When it’s in its liquid state, the artist can shape the material into whatever shape and design that they desire with the use of different tools. Sherry Bellamy has discovered innovative methods in the lampworking technique, which shows in her incredible [glass beadwork](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spiral-glass). Her beads look like droplets of an insane fantasy and who wouldn’t want to get their hands on them? I know I do! ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.7/10 - Popularity: 61% | Activity: 43% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/jewelry) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Imaginative Glass Beads:** Innovative methods in the lampworking technique offer an opportunity to create unique and visually stunning glass beadwork. - **Torch-melted Glass:** The lampworking technique, which utilizes melted glass of varied shapes and colors, creates an opportunity for new and creative design possibilities. - **Fantasy-inspired Beads:** The creation of glass beads made to look like otherworldly droplets and imagination, present a promising market for fantasy-inspired designs. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Art and Craft Supplies:** The innovation in lampworking techniques and the availability of unique glass bead designs offer emerging opportunities for art and craft suppliers. - **Jewelry Making:** Innovative lampworking techniques and imaginative glass bead designs offer jewelry makers an exciting opportunity to create extraordinary and unique pieces. - **Collectibles:** Collectors of unique and otherworldly items show increasing interest in imaginative fantasy-inspired glass bead designs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Artisanal Artful Glass Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kaanch-glass-series.md) - [Anamorphic Fuzzy Glowing Vessels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alien-vases.md) - [Candy-Like Colorful Glass Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gele-series.md) - [Artful Bright Glass Vessels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/get-your-rocks-off-honey.md) - [Molten Glass Lighting Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/foscarini-1.md) - [Eclipse-Inspired Whimsical Pendant Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/space-traveler.md) - [Candy-Colored Glass Lighting](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wave-ii.md) - [Digital Archetype Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/christian-rex-van-minnen-1.md) - [Handcrafted Jewelry Brands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pretty-weird.md)