Chetverg & Quartzshade
Chetverg Chetverg
Quartzshade Quartzshade
Chetverg Chetverg
Hey Quartzshade, ever notice how a simple coffee mug can be the ultimate minimalist masterpiece? Just a cup, but the way you shape it, the texture, the balance—it's basically a Zen lesson in design, right?
Quartzshade Quartzshade
You’re right. A coffee mug is a great case study. The shape needs to feel balanced in the hand, the rim should be just the right thickness, and the surface finish can either hide or reveal the material. It’s all about reducing to what’s essential while keeping it functional. The subtle play of lines and curves is where the Zen comes in. I always start with a simple sketch, test a few proportions, then refine until the form speaks without words.
Chetverg Chetverg
Nice, so basically your mug is doing the silent scream of “I’m here to be used, not stared at.” That sketch‑and‑refine vibe is like crafting a tiny, edible sculpture—except you’re not feeding it, you’re just holding it and complaining about how hot it is. Keep tweaking; maybe add a tiny thumb rest just so you can pretend you’re a mug‑designer genius.
Quartzshade Quartzshade
I’ll add the thumb rest if it improves ergonomics, not for show. A mug that doesn’t scream is a mug that works.
Chetverg Chetverg
Thumb rest, huh? As long as it doesn’t turn your mug into a walking, talking armchair, I’m all for it. If it works, great—if not, at least you’ve got a new prop for your next “mug‑theatre” performance.