If you want to know what is going to be big in the year 2013, it is going to be 3D printing. According to good old wikipedia, 3D printing is defined as:
A process of making a three-dimensional solid object of virtually any shape from a digital model using an additive process, where successive layers of material are laid down in different shapes.
Although the technology isn’t new, recent advancements has pushed the prices for these nifty tools to new lows. On kickstarter.com we are seeing new projects start up bringing manufacturing of fashion goods to a whole new level! Ever wanted to design your own jewellery in which ever way you wanted? Now you can. The company that is leading the game is Shapeways.com
Shapeways website screenshot
Heres an informative clip by the CEO of Shapeways, Peter Weijmarshausen explaining the possiblilities that could come out of 3D printing. They’re even talking about building new architecture using giant 3D printing technology.
In the meantime, check out these other out of the world designs we’ve found online made using 3D printing technology:
Jerwood Makers design “Fractal Invention” - http://www.jerwoodvisualarts.org/
Icon Snap Posh Series Ring by Brian Garret
Sissi Westerberg - D is for Drip ‘Something Inside’
try wearing Babe right by your side with this wacky limited edition bracelet. By Ted Noten
more at facerejewelryart
Jewellery by seedlingdesigns using shapeways. photo courtesy of shapeways.com