# Funneled Seasoning Containers The Vortex Salt and Pepper Shakers are Sleek and Sophisticated By Meghan Young | Published 2012-04-27 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vortex-salt-and-pepper-shakers References: [ohgizmo](http://www.ohgizmo.com/2012/04/26/these-vortex-salt-and-pepper-shakers-defy-logic/) & [shapeways](http://www.shapeways.com/model/511212/vortex-salt-and-pepper-shakers.html) Creating [seasoning containers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-spice-dispenser) that could be 3D printings by Shapeways proved quite the challenge until the designers began to truly think outside of the box; the result was the [Vortex](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vortex-coffee-table) Salt and Pepper Shakers. A [salt and pepper set](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/premium-peppercorn) that defies logic, it doesn't have the typical perforated top that allows grains of each seasoning out. Instead, it features a funnel that provides an easy way to put the stuff in while allowing only a pinch of the condiments to escape one generous shake at a time. A neat plugless solution to traditional containers, the Vortex Salt and Pepper Shakers is a singular design that is sleek and sophisticated. The set will add a very nice touch to classy dining tables. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.6/10 - Popularity: 6% | Activity: 3% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% 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) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **3D Printed Seasoning Containers:** Opportunity for companies to create innovative and customizable designs for seasoning containers using 3D printing technology. - **Alternative Dispensing Methods for Seasoning:** Potential for businesses to design new and innovative ways for dispensing seasoning beyond traditional perforated tops. - **Sleek and Sophisticated Kitchenware Designs:** Opportunity for brands to differentiate themselves by offering modern, sophisticated designs for kitchenware products. ### Who This Affects Most - **Kitchenware Industry:** Industry players can innovate by offering unique and modern designs for kitchenware products. - **Manufacturing Industry:** Manufacturers can leverage 3D printing technology to produce customizable seasoning containers with new and innovative designs. - **Food Industry:** Restaurants and food companies can offer a unique dining experience by using alternative dispensing methods for seasoning on their dishes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Hourglass-Shaped Kitchen Containers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grains-of-time.md) - [Contemporary Pepper Grinder Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zjddg.md) - [Smart Spice Grinders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gravity-grinder.md) - [MSG Shaker Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shaker-sets.md) - [Functional Table Seasonings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/table-seasonings.md) - [Harmonious Helical Coffee Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vortex-coffee-table.md) - [Quirky Fungi Kitchenwares](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magic-mushroom-funnel.md) - [Spherical Mortar & Pestles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spicy-mortar-and-pestle.md) - [Creative Dipping Tableware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dip-sea.md)