It’s human nature to take for granted the simplest objects we use in our day to day lives. We don’t really think about them, we don’t wan’t to know who designed them, we don’t want to know how it came to being (most of us, at least). To us, it is just something that does what it is supposed to do without calling for attention and something that is supposed to be there when we need it. Take for example the humble little paper clip. A straight metal wire bent into a particular shape turns it into a fully functional clip. How awesome is that?! And, it does what it is supposed to do (hold few sheets of paper together) very, very well. But that is not all it can be used for right? The shape and clipping nature of it makes it possible for us to find new and creative uses for it (bookmarks, cable management, zipper replacements and more).
The first prototypes
So there we have it, a common office stationery item and its uses can now be seen as an exercise in creative thinking. We were mighty impressed with the scope these little clips gave us in terms of putting it for newer/better uses and couldn’t help but wonder what could be the possibilities if only the clip was made bigger. This was the thought that sparked the idea for Jumbo Gemklip – A super sized paper clip that can be put into use any way the users see fit, to inspire themselves and the people around to do more. A few prototypes and a plethora of newly discovered usage possibilities gave us all the motivation we needed to get started with the production.
Samples from first production batch, in patriotic colours.
Set of 6 in shipping box
Retail unit in 6 colours
It was decided to make the Jumbo Gemklips available for purchase as a set of six in six attractive colours. You can buy one here. And if you have these already and found interesting uses make sure to share it on our facebook page.
Shanavas M S (Chief of Design – TEQZO Consulting) visited UID Ahmedabad as part of Gemklip. Consequently, he introduced an amazing opportunity for upcoming designers and design enthusiasts with design challenges. With “Idea to market in 100days”, Gemklip helps mentor design enthusiasts through the design journey. As a result, this is a chance to get their …
Sketching ideas are the first steps in the design process and something every designer should do. Sketching isn’t just limited to designers, it occurs in many careers that require something to get built. Design Sketches help to convey ideas, demonstrate functionality, visualise user flow, and illustrate anything that requires human interaction. Gemklip hosts design sketching …
Product Design Students often find themselves looking for more exposure in the field. Their courses do offer abundant knowledge with respect to product design. However, it helps a great deal to get some hands-on experience. Gemklip believes it is fundamental for students to be able to bridge the gap between what is taught in school …
Objective :The main objective of the product design masterclass was to immerse the participants in product design process. Provide impactful learning experience through client like project experience. Inspire design enthusiasts towards an outstanding design career. The masterclass was conducted for the B.Des students of department of design, PESU, a Bangalore based design school. Key benefits …
Jumbo Gemklip – The Story
It’s human nature to take for granted the simplest objects we use in our day to day lives. We don’t really think about them, we don’t wan’t to know who designed them, we don’t want to know how it came to being (most of us, at least). To us, it is just something that does what it is supposed to do without calling for attention and something that is supposed to be there when we need it. Take for example the humble little paper clip. A straight metal wire bent into a particular shape turns it into a fully functional clip. How awesome is that?! And, it does what it is supposed to do (hold few sheets of paper together) very, very well. But that is not all it can be used for right? The shape and clipping nature of it makes it possible for us to find new and creative uses for it (bookmarks, cable management, zipper replacements and more).
The first prototypes
So there we have it, a common office stationery item and its uses can now be seen as an exercise in creative thinking. We were mighty impressed with the scope these little clips gave us in terms of putting it for newer/better uses and couldn’t help but wonder what could be the possibilities if only the clip was made bigger. This was the thought that sparked the idea for Jumbo Gemklip – A super sized paper clip that can be put into use any way the users see fit, to inspire themselves and the people around to do more. A few prototypes and a plethora of newly discovered usage possibilities gave us all the motivation we needed to get started with the production.
Samples from first production batch, in patriotic colours.
Set of 6 in shipping box
Retail unit in 6 colours
It was decided to make the Jumbo Gemklips available for purchase as a set of six in six attractive colours. You can buy one here. And if you have these already and found interesting uses make sure to share it on our facebook page.
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