# 3D Carving Machines The Carvey 3D Carving Machine Can Sculpt Different Materials By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2014-10-23 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carvey References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/carvey-cnc-milling-3d-printer-prototype/34337/) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/carvey/carvey-the-3d-carving-machine-for-the-maker-in-all) The Carvey is an incredible desktop 3D carving machine that allows you to sculpt a wide variety of materials including wood, plastic and metal into any object. The system comes with a special software called Easel, and is designed to be plug-and-play. Its developers claim that using the system is as easy as plugging in the Carvey, designing your object on your computer, choosing and inserting the material you would like to use and pushing a button. The developers of the Carvey Desktop 3D printer are running a [Kickstarter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/davcarve-l1) campaign to raise funds for its production. A pledge of $1,999 or more will allow you to pre-order a Carvey complete with a starter kit. It will be shipped in September 2015 if the campaign hits its fundraising goal. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.6/10 - Popularity: 42% | Activity: 28% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Desktop 3D Carving Machines:** The disruption of traditional manufacturing processes by allowing individuals to create objects from a wider variety of materials. - **Plug-and-play Software:** The integration of user-friendly software with 3D carving machines that allows for the democratization of 3D carving technology. - **Crowdfunding for 3D Carving Machines:** The use of crowdfunding to support the development of 3D carving machines at a lower cost than traditional funding methods. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Manufacturing:** The integration of 3D carving technology in traditional manufacturing processes to increase efficiency and expand the range of materials that can be used. - **Education:** The use of desktop 3D carving machines and plug-and-play software in educational settings to facilitate the learning of design and engineering skills. - **Artistic Production:** The use of desktop 3D carving machines and a wide range of materials by artists and designers to create unique sculptures and objects. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Multi-Module Laser Engravers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/davcarve-l1.md) - [Accessible 3D Wood Printers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/digilab-3d20.md) - [Pro-Grade Desktop CNC Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/makera-z1.md) - [High-Power Desktop Laser Engravers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/20w-laser-engraver.md) - [Consumer-Targeted CNC Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/consumertargeted-cnc-machine.md) - [Accessible DIYer CNC Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/genmitsu-cubiko.md) - [Consumer-Grade 3D Wood Printers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shop-system-forust-edition.md) - [Plastic-Molding Benchtop Printers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/benchtop-injection-molding.md) - [Professional-Grade Craft Cutting Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cricut-venture.md)