# Hairy Plates Embroidered China By Tinkalicious | Published 2008-12-02 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/embroidered-china References: [designersblock.blogspot](http://designersblock.blogspot.com/2008/11/hairy-dishes.html) & [diemchau](http://diemchau.com) Although we have featured many unique and sometimes bizarre plates here at TH, these “Fiber Arts” versions by Vietnamese Artist, Diem Chau, are certainly more than a little bit out there. The idea of hair and plates is a little strange to begin with (think of finding a hair in your food, Yuck!) but these embroidered designs are certainly thought-provoking and eye catching. In addition to an extensive range of [fiber items](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bourdon-street-chippy), Chau offers custom carved crayon images, and the [miniature table and chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chair-chess) in the cup are carved from, believe it or not, toothpicks. Is there no end to the extent of creativity? Let’s hope not! ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.4/10 - Popularity: 35% | Activity: 28% | 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) > [Modern](https://www.trendhunter.com/modern) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Embroidered Plates:** Innovative product design that uses embroidery to transform ordinary plates into unique works of art. - **Custom Carved Images:** A new way of creating personalized images using carved crayons. - **Miniature Furniture:** The application of intricate art on small surfaces to create visually appealing and functional crafts. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fine Dining:** Creating custom plates could revolutionize the dining experience in high-end restaurants. - **Crafts and Hobbies:** Utilizing embroidery to transform ordinary items into unique works of art can create opportunities within the crafting industry. - **Art Galleries:** Exhibiting creative and disruptive artwork like Diem Chau's embroidered plates can attract new customers and art collectors to galleries. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Human Hair-Made Pots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/range-of-pots.md) - [Handmade Dessert Plates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carolina-k.md) - [Artsy Surrealist Tableware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gohar-world.md) - [Innovative Ceramic Tableware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ceramic-tableware1.md) - [PB&J-Inspired Sandwich Plates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pbj-inspired-sandwich-plates.md) - [Colorful Enamelware Plates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-tigress.md) - [Origami-Inspired Porcelain Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/saori-matsushita.md) - [Luxurious Patterned Ceramic Plates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/patterned-ceramic-plates.md) - [Playful Tableware Objects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/creative-dining-experience.md)