# Moldable Bioplastic Tools The FORMcard Lets Consumers Custom-Create Their Own Gadget Devices By M | Published 2016-01-30 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gadget-device References: [core77](http://www.core77.com/projects/45806/FORMcard-Fix-and-Modify-the-World-Around-You) & [formcard.co](http://www.formcard.co) Giving consumers the flexibility in design is the FORMcard gadget device that is a flexible card made out of [bioplastic](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/verigreen-plus) that can be manipulated to form a variety of different tools to suit a slew of different scenarios. The card simply needs to be dropped into a cup of hot water to be moulded as needed to suit whatever task is at hand. Tools often offer a singular use or purpose, forcing consumers to accumulate a variety of them in order to take on a wide variety of projects. The FORMcard entirely disrupts this notion offering a [malleable tool](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eyeq-switchdisc) that can be used for virtually anything. The card's flexible plastic material lets the device be shaped into a slew of objects from [smartphone stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modular-sliding-system) and hooks to clips. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.5/10 - Popularity: 73% | Activity: 85% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North 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's Driving This Trend - **Flexible Bioplastic Tools:** The FORMcard presents an opportunity for flexible and customizable bioplastic tools that can be shaped and molded to suit different tasks and projects. - **Multi-purpose Tools:** The FORMcard disrupts the idea of singular-use tools by offering a malleable device that can be transformed into various objects, allowing for versatility in different scenarios. - **Sustainable Tool Design:** The bioplastic material used in FORMcard opens up possibilities for sustainable tool design, providing an opportunity for eco-friendly and biodegradable tools. ### Who This Affects Most - **DIY and Home Improvement:** The FORMcard innovation can be applied to the DIY and home improvement industry, offering consumers a flexible and customizable tool option for various projects. - **Gadgets and Accessories:** The FORMcard disruptive design has implications for the gadgets and accessories industry, enabling the creation of personalized and multi-functional gadgets. - **Sustainable Packaging:** FORMcard's bioplastic material provides an opportunity for the sustainable packaging industry to develop eco-friendly and customizable packaging solutions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Metallic Multitool Wallet Cards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ekster-tool-card.md) - [Modular Customization Multitools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roxon-flex.md) - [Desktop Vacuum Formers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/formart-s.md) - [Adaptable Modular Multitools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roxon-flex-titan.md) - [3D-Printed Filament Makers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/polyformer.md) - [Single-Piece Silicone Measuring Cups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/boi-measuring-cup.md) - [Personalization-Focused Multitools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/customizable-modular-multitool.md) - [Flexible Smartphone Carrying Straps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/morf-strap.md) - [Organic Plastic Furniture Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crafting-plastic-collection.md)