# Clever Clip-On Vases This Extension Fits onto IKEA Glasses to Provide Extra Functionality By Alyson Wyers | Published 2013-08-17 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clip-on-vase References: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/design/3d-printed-clip-on-vase-modifies-drinking-glass/) & [ad-3d](http://ad-3d.com/cliponvase/) This clip-on vase allows you to turn a [regular drinking cup](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hmm-design) into a flower holder. Designed by Aleksander Dimitrov for AD-3D, the 3D printed object works on the regular [IKEA](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ikeahack-collection) pokal glass. The optimally designed extension uses as little material as possible without compromising function. The clip-on vase is made from a polyamide, a strong and flexible material, which allows for expanding and shrinking when attaching the product to the glass. All that is required is a simple click. This simple tool is a great way to recycle cups you may already own, rather than purchasing a new vase. The clip is white and resembles a mesh or netting. It would be worth looking into to see if the item could fit over similarly sized glasses as well. Photo Credits: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/design/3d-printed-clip-on-vase-modifies-drinking-glass/), [ad-3d](http://ad-3d.com/cliponvase/) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.5/10 - Popularity: 49% | Activity: 17% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Home](https://www.trendhunter.com/home) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Clip-on Vases:** The trend showcases the innovation of transforming regular drinking cups into functional flower holders, allowing for creative reuse and cost-saving opportunities. - **3D Printing:** This trend highlights the disruptive innovation potential of 3D printing technology in creating customizable and functional objects like the clip-on vase. - **Upcycling:** The trend of repurposing existing items, such as cups, into new and useful products like clip-on vases, presents an opportunity for sustainable and environmentally friendly solutions. ### Where This Applies - **Home Decor:** The home decor industry could benefit from incorporating clip-on vases, providing customers with versatile and customizable options for floral arrangements. - **3D Printing:** The 3D printing industry can explore expanding into functional accessories like clip-on vases, demonstrating the potential for personalized and innovative home products. - **Sustainability:** The sustainability industry can leverage the concept of upcycling in products like clip-on vases to promote eco-friendly alternatives to traditional home decor and reduce waste. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Minimalist Illusory Vases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vaso-gota-vase.md) - [Hacking-Friendly Decor Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ikeahack-collection.md) - [Jewelry-Holding Flower Vases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mirror-vase-stand.md) - [Multifunctional Home Decor](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iza-vase.md) - [Affordable Designer Vase Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ikea-vase.md) - [Modular Porcelain Cups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/corcelain.md) - [Floating Stem Vases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lotus-effect-vase.md) - [Playful Packaging-Inspired Vases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/strawberry-milk-vase.md) - [Eco Abstract Vase Covers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leather-vase.md)