The Shell is a functional watertight vase, 3D printed with eco-friendly, degradable PLA bio-plastic derived from corn starch
The tiled shell surface is a playful nod to art deco design, and maximises the light reflecting properties of silk-effect PLA
If you've never seen or handled a 3D printed object before, our vases may surprise you
They are incredibly light, weighing between 50 and 200 grams. Here's some important tips for vase care and handling:
* Treat your vase like a handmade object. It is made up of hundreds of individually printed layer lines (not injection moulded)
* To avoid breakage, do not squeeze hard, and avoid dropping (particularly on hard surfaces)
* PLA is not UV resistant, so vases are not recommended for prolonged outdoor use, or placement in very direct or hot sun
* Half-fill your vase with water, and support from the bottom when lifting to avoid squeezing the vase
* To clean, rinse between uses with cool water, and drain upside down. Not dishwasher safe
3D printing is a craft, not a manufacturing process: slight irregularities are to be expected, making each vase perfectly unique!
