# Hammock Crockery Molds The Catenary Pottery Printer Produces Bowls in Sagging Fabric By Amelia Roblin | Published 2013-11-06 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/catenary-pottery-printer References: [dezeen](http://www.dezeen.com/2013/11/04/catenary-pottery-printer-analog-parametric-design-gt2p/) & [gt2p](http://www.gt2p.com/) Reading the name "Catenary Pottery Printer," you might be inclined to expect a cutting-edge device that excels in the unique production of crockery. You will see, however, that this process is of the manual sort, requiring [meticulous craftsmanship](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/virginia-sin) and plenty of hands-on time in the making. Dezeen Magazine describes the method as an "[analogue version of parametric design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/texttoclay)." The Great Things to People (gt2p) studio has assembled a wooden frame and suspended a piece of fabric from its top from all four corners. With plenty of slack, the cloth of the Catenary Pottery Printer sags deeply, creating a soft concave space. Clay is poured into this material mold, then gently squeezed out from the top and bottom. This finally produces [one-of-a-kind bowls, dishes and vases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/office-of-tangible-spaces) that have delicate ruffled edges. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.4/10 - Popularity: 15% | Activity: 50% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Analog Parametric Design:** Embracing the manual process of parametric design, there is an opportunity to create unique and custom products. - **Fabric Mold Technology:** Using fabric molds for ceramics opens up new possibilities for creating distinctive and elegant pieces. - **Soft Edged Pottery:** The production of bowls and vases with delicate ruffled edges is a trend that adds a touch of artistic elegance to traditional pottery. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Ceramics:** The ceramics industry has an opportunity to experiment with fabric molds and incorporate analog parametric design in their manufacturing processes. - **Art and Design:** Artists and designers can explore the use of fabric molds and soft-edged pottery to create unique and visually captivating pieces. - **Craftsmanship:** Manual craftsmanship can be enhanced by integrating fabric molds and analog parametric design, allowing artisans to create truly one-of-a-kind products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Algorithmic Ceramic Cups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/texture-ware.md) - [Textural Porcelain Vessels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tamara-efrat.md) - [Craft-Inspired 3D-Printing Styles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/digitally-woven.md) - [3D-Printed Ceramic Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/terramound.md) - [3D-Printed Terracotta Cooler Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/biomimcry-3dprinted-terracotta-cooler.md) - [Stunning Sustainable Pottery Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sustainable-pottery.md) - [Limited 3D-Printed Ceramic Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dyadic-series.md) - [Nature-Inspired 3D-Printed Vases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drag-and-drop.md) - [3D-Printed Ceramic Home Facades](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ceramic-house.md)