# Heart-Shaped Sporks This Multifunctional Cutlery Design Brings Out the Heart in Mundane Activities By Jen Chae | Published 2013-08-17 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cutlery-design References: [fancy](http://fancy.com/things/365992907729013653/The-Heart-Part-Cutlery-Kit) Fatima Fazal wanted friendship, love and culture to be reflected in this unique cutlery design. The result were these Heart Part cutlery kits; noticeably shaped like plump hearts, these [spoon-fork-knife hybrids](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tactil) are truly heart-warming. The cutlery kit is not only adorable in appearance, but it is also very practical. Each heart breaks into two pieces, each broken piece with narrow tines that act as a fork. The rounded shape of the half-heart works as a scoop, though it wouldn't be able to hold liquids. The pointier edge on the bottom of the half-heart is welded to serve as a butter knife. Heart Part cutlery is reusable and made of [biodegradable polystyrene](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/legni-collection). The heart behind the business attempts to bring out the heart in everyday mundane actions. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.2/10 - Popularity: 25% | Activity: 64% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Multifunctional Cutlery:** There is a disruptive opportunity in creating cutlery with multiple functionalities to increase convenience and market appeal. - **Novelty Cutlery Design:** Incorporating unique cutlery designs can attract consumers who value aesthetics in their dining experience. - **Eco-friendly Cutlery:** Sustainable and biodegradable materials can be utilized to create environmentally friendly cutlery alternatives. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Food and Hospitality:** Creating unique and practical cutlery designs can be a significant breakthrough for restaurant and catering services. - **Souvenir and Gift:** Novelty cutlery designs like Heart Part cutlery can be excellent souvenirs/gift items for businesses that target tourist and gift markets. - **Eco-friendly Products:** The use of biodegradable materials in cutlery design presents an opportunity for environmentally conscious businesses to market their eco-friendly products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Interchangeable All-in-One Cutlery](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pinchy-cutlery.md) - [Speculative Cutlery Forms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/evolving-spoon.md) - [Wearable QSR Utensils](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kfc-finger-sporks.md) - [Card-Size Travel Cutlery](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/travel-cutlery.md) - [Durable Sustainable Cutlery Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lollo.md) - [Flatpack Metal Utensil Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uphold-cutlery.md) - [Multi-Functional Pasta Spoons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/multifunctional-pasta-spoon.md) - [Aesthetically Pleasing Cutlery Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pocket-utensil-set.md) - [Human Hand-Resembling Forks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/finger-lickin-2.md)