For this project coming up with an idea of what to make from unwanted materials was difficult, finding the right material or a way to use that material was a challenge.
For my product I used discarded cable labels used in the electrical engineering industry. These labels are used to identify different cables run through a wired system [think along the lines of a train system] and are checked and relabeled at least once a year with the old labels having to be thrown out if they are not up to standard.
The geometric and aesthetic quality of the material allowed me to play with the form to an extent, but the simplicity in the geometry led me to construct squares to form interlocking sides. the capacity of this new form to move slightly without breaking apart [so long as not on of the tags is loose] lends itself well to a fruit bowl. As a result I decided to construct a fruit bowl from the cable labels.
The final result is eye catching as the back surface of the labels shines with a jewel like quality and a traditional woven pattern. With the original etching visible on the inside of the fruit bowl, this product still shows where it originates from and due to the fact that there is little known about wher eteh material is sourced, it can become a talking point.
I think its a great idea how you used something so industrial and turned it into a household product!!
ReplyDeleteMy only concern would be is it abit too sharp?
Other than that well done!
This is a great uprecycle product. The safety of the product might be a factor that need to be futher improve because the corner are a bit sharp and the surface of this product might be polluted with the electrical pollutants. Others are perfect despite this.
ReplyDeleteGood choice of material, and I like the way you made the pattern, however the shape of the fruit bowl could be concerned more.
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