# Board Game Confections Andie's Specialty Sweets Offers Beautiful Hand-Crafted Candy By Sarah Nazim | Published 2012-02-17 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/specialty-sweets References: [etsy](http://www.etsy.com/shop/andiespecialtysweets?section_id=7886972) & [facebook](https://www.facebook.com/pages/Andies-Specialty-Sweets/169955949730942?sk=info) Andie’s Specialty Sweets, located in Los Angeles, California, clearly knows how to create unbelievably realistic, edible imitations of almost anything. From necklaces to buttons, to a [classic game of Scrabble](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scooters-coffee-1), the possibilities are endless according to Andie. The focus of Andie’s Specialty Sweets is not only to create visually appealing pieces, but tasteful ones as well. These [sugar embellishments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zales-x-sweethearts) are free of gluten, gelatin and hydrogenated oils, however the company is in the process of developing a vegan line. Andie’s Specialty Sweets also takes customized orders to appeal to your imagination since technically, the baker is able to turn anything into a sweet confection. These artistic treats are almost too beautiful to be eaten, but nonetheless, will make for [truly original gifts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/norman-love-confections-mothers-day). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.9/10 - Popularity: 66% | Activity: 42% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Edible Art:** Opportunity for innovation in the art and food industry to create visually stunning and edible pieces. - **Customized Confections:** Opportunity for confectionery companies to target specific customer tastes and preferences. - **Health-conscious Sweets:** Opportunity for bakery businesses to develop alternative sweet treats for health-conscious consumers. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Confectionery:** Andie's Specialty Sweets is an example of the confectionery industry creating unique and visually stunning products. - **Bakery:** Andie's Specialty Sweets' focus on gluten-free, gelatin-free, and hydrogenated oil-free candy shows an opportunity for bakeries to cater to specific dietary needs. - **Art and Food:** Andie's Specialty Sweets combines art and food, creating an opportunity for businesses to marry the two in original and edible ways. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Hollywood-Themed Candy Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sugafina-x-hollywood-collection.md) - [Convenient Candy Delivery Services](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sweet-delivery-co.md) - [Treat-Themed Crafting Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pretty-sweets.md) - [Edible Adventure Game Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gummyquest.md) - [Hollywood Candy Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hollywood-candy-capsules.md) - [Crystal Seaweed Candies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/misaky-tokyo.md) - [Gourmet Confectionery Brands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gourmet-confectionery.md) - [Premium City-Inspired Confections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/los-angeles-chocolate.md) - [Branded Wholesale Candy Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sweetish-candies.md)