Have a go at this toad-ally adorable craft project.
Pink hot cocoa, chandeliers and treats fit for royalty!
Exquisite little paper stars can be used for decorations, jewelry, craft projects, and gift-giving. They're very easy to make, and they're a fun way to recycle a bit of junk mail into something colorful and decorative. If you want to make...
Adopting traditional decorative motifs found on Ming Dynasty ceramics, Chinese artist Lei Xue sculpted these humorous smashed aluminum cans that bridge the gap of some 600 years of art history. The pieces are part of an ongoing series titled Drinking Tea, and unlike the mechanical process of producing cans, each object is sculpted and painted by hand. You can see more of Xue’s work at Martina Detterer Gallery. More
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French artist and designer, Nathalie Lété, has become a success. She started as an artist, painting what came into her head and what ple...
5-Piece Colorful Seashell Glass Set • Christmas Gift 2023 Set • Beach Wedding Bridesmaid Gifts • Beach Shell Martini Glasses Gifts for Her Material: Glass; Shell Experience the elegance and refinement of nature's treasures with our exquisite Handcrafted Seashell Wine Glass, a versatile masterpiece that adds a touch of beauty to your home and special occasions. Whether displayed as an artful piece or used as a functional wine glass, it infuses any setting with the cozy ambiance of the ocean, making it a perfect fit for Traditional Beach Wedding Celebrations. Each seashell wine glass is meticulously handcrafted using premium seashell materials, ensuring that every piece is a unique work of art. The delicate shell textures and distinctive shapes create an enchanting experience, reminiscent of the gentle touch of the ocean in your hands. This product combines delicate decoration with storage functionality. Its clever design allows you to store wine glasses, dessert cups, and cake plates, offering a perfect solution for your entertaining needs. The artful appearance adds charm to your dining table, coffee table, or cupboard, while the smart internal structure and moderate capacity make it an indispensable companion when you host gatherings. In addition to its practicality, this product also features a jewelry stand and candle aromatherapy holder, adding a romantic touch to your personal space. The jewelry stand is perfect for displaying your carefully curated jewelry in an organized and aesthetically pleasing manner. Meanwhile, the candle aromatherapy holder creates a warm and romantic atmosphere, transforming your home into a delightful paradise of scents. This versatile product makes for an ideal gift choice for various occasions, whether it's a wedding, a present for your best friend, a birthday gift, or a gesture of love for your significant other. It embodies reverence for nature and a passion for life, seamlessly blending practicality and aesthetics to create a memorable and special gift. Here are some instructions and precautions for using the glass: This product is designed for holding cold drinks; please avoid using it for hot beverages to prevent burns. Slight color differences on the surface of the product are normal due to its special nature. This product is not a toy and should not be used by children. The glass can withstand an instantaneous temperature change of up to 80°C. Avoid packing hot drinks with a temperature higher than 80°C as the glass may break due to sudden temperature changes. Refrain from striking or knocking the glass with hard objects like stirring rods or spoons to avoid breakage. Before use, check the glass for any cracks or breakage. This product is not suitable for use in microwave ovens, ovens, or dishwashers. Only hand wash the glass; do not use abrasive cleaners or metal brushes during cleaning. Please use neutral detergents and avoid detergents containing bleach or chlorine. It is recommended to first fill the drink and then add ice cubes, avoiding direct force on the cup to prevent breakage. In case of breakage, please discontinue use immediately and properly dispose of the glass fragments to avoid injury. When not in use, store the product in a cool, dry place. Note that each snail or shell used in our product is natural and undyed, resulting in a unique and non-identical appearance. As shown in the last picture, snails or shells may come in different shapes. Please refrain from heating, cooling, or cleaning the interior of the glass with electrical appliances. Additionally, avoid using sharp cleaning tools in contact with easy-off/staining or corrosive liquids to prevent damage and preserve the appearance. If you have any questions, feel free to message us.
Artist Katie Stout and her husband are in quarantine in their Fort Greene apartment, which feels a bit enchanted.
One of the first things to make me fall head-over-heels for steampunk was the house of Bruce & Melanie Rosenbaum, who've since created ModVic design. The house is a three-story Victorian which the couple painstakingly remodeled in all ways steampunk, and every year or so it goes viral again online. Happily, this past week saw the house popping up all over again, so I get an excuse to revisit some of my favorite rooms: You've probably already seen Bruce's incredible computer desk, since that's their most famous creation: He made it from an old pipe organ! See lots more photos of the house here, and thanks to all of you who sent in the link! And since we're talking about my steampunk first loves, here's an older - but still awesome - video from 2009 spotlighting one of my first-ever Maker heroes, Jake Von Slatt: I love the fact that Jake not only makes beautiful, re-purposed and handcrafted steampunk items, he also tells you how he does a lot of it on his website, The Steampunk Workshop. (If you haven't seen it yet, check out the microphone he made for the Girl Genius creators. Goooorgeous!) If you just felt a disturbance in the Force, then I think I may have an explanation: William Shakespeare's Star Wars This is a real book. Yep, it's Star Wars, "reimagined in glorious iambic pentameter." Oh. My. Bard. (Not exactly Steampunk, I know, but I figure this is still the right audience for it. :D) It's not out 'til July, but you can pre-order the hardcover at that Amazon link up there for less than $12! Suh-WEET! I think I want it just for the cover art. Is that wrong? Next up, we're getting a double-dose of amazing steampunk decor today, because Sarah M. spotted a steampunk restaurant that's guaranteed to make you swoon. Me, I'm already on the floor. HUBBA HUBBA ME WANT. Look at that door! And the recessed lighting on those walls! With the pipes and the gauges and the dripping-pipe light fixtures! AAAIEEE! If I ever win the lottery, my entire house is going to look like this. (Well, except maybe my office. It's kinda hard to fit Ninja Turtle and Stay Puft art into this style. :D) Oh, and sadly this little slice of riveted heaven is all the way in India, so I guess I won't get to drool on it in person. Boo. Think it's too much to hope for a franchise? See more pics over on TecheBlog. Since I seem to be on an interior design streak today: A few of you have sent me this fantastic roundup of sources for everything you need to make your own caged pendant lights for - get this - less than $11 each! DUDE. We are so doing this. (Just FYI, John, sweetie.) And finally, I've seen a few different versions of "mounted tentacle" art out there, but this one Rachel C. found is by far the coolest: "Octopus Tentacle Wall Sculpture" $120 by ArtAkimbo Not only is the sculpture creepily realistic, the acrylic "water splash" and rusted porthole hanger are fantastic extra touches. These come in three different sizes and a few other colors as well. I particularly like the blue/green: Or for a slightly more modern and cartoony style (or at least less slimy), there's also this one: "Squid Tentacle Sculpture," $375 So fun! And that's officially something I never thought I would say about disembodied tentacles, y'all. Hope you guys are having a great weekend! As always, please share your steamy creations/finds here in the comments or over on the Epbot Facebook page!
At the beginning of this year, if you had told me I would be including a crochet kit and a jigsaw in one of my Who What Wear shopping stories, I wouldn't have believed you. But not much of 2020 has gone as we all would have predicted back in January. Our editors are still keeping you updated with dress edits and our insights on the trends impacting our wardrobes, of course, but my own personal shopping list has broadened this month, and so I felt like I had to do a more, erm, crafty edit to
The Clyde Jumpsuit is a great all-purpose jumpsuit with large, crescent-shaped pockets spanning the side of the jumpsuit leg. Unique, three-panel design results in vertical seams along the center front and back of each leg in addition to the inseam, allowing for limitless fit adjustments and style changes. Use this classic, building-block jumpsuit as a jumping-off point for a variety of wardrobe staples that will serve you well for years. Large pockets are the iconic feature of the Clyde. I created the side panel crescent pocket as a solution for bulky and crinkly pocket bags that are often a hallmark of inseam pockets. They are large enough to be truly functional and are just a hair wider than the side body panel for ease of use. Medium-width shoulder straps and a scooped neckline make this jumpsuit perfectly suitable to wear on its own, or over a thin top or sweater like overalls. In a soft linen, this jumpsuit feels seasonless and relaxed. In a heavier canvas or wool, it's indestructible.
"The Dresden Quilt Vase," the first showstopper of my Quilt Project. This stunning hand-built oval vase stands approximately 10 inches tall, with an oval opening measuring approximately 5 x 6 inches. Crafted from layers of colored porcelain clay bound to stoneware, it showcases a mesmerizing fusion of techniques from nerikomi style and quilting. Each vase is a functional piece of art, adorned with a clear food-safe glaze for practicality. The Quilt Project has been a year-long endeavor to perfect this unique technique, inspired by the intriguing relationship between femininity and power. By exploring women's work and the breaking of gender norms, I pay homage to the historical significance of quilting. Quilting, traditionally seen as women's work, has always been far from powerless. It served as a means for building communities, amplifying voices, and even aiding the underground railroad and suffragist movement. Drawing inspiration from this rich tradition, I have meticulously recreated the essence of quilting on this exceptional vase, seamlessly blending the old and the new. The renowned Dresden quilt pattern, dating back to the early 1800s, adorns the vase with its distinct periwinkle blue and pink arrangement. This limited edition vase is a true collector's item, available to only a select few. Each piece is meticulously hand-built and uniquely adorned, ensuring that no two vases are alike. Whether displayed as a standalone work of art or paired with a beautiful bouquet, this hand-built ceramic vase with its periwinkle blue and pink quilt pattern is bound to captivate those who appreciate the beauty of craftsmanship and the allure of limited editions. Embrace the legacy of quilting, elevate your space, and revel in the functional and artistic beauty that this vase brings to your collection.
To achieve tasty, beautiful and detailed desserts, it is necessary to combine gourmet taste with professional decoration methods. In this online course, cookie and cake designers Lili and Willie, better known as VanilleCouture, will teach you advanced cookie decorating techniques. Throughout the units, you'll create increasingly detailed cookie designs, taking your artistic vision to the next level. Step by step, you will bring to life sweets inspired by different themes, full of realistic colors and textures, and of course, delicious!
Via Fashioning Technology. A few weeks ago, I discovered the wonderful work of Jennifer Crupi while visiting the San Francisco Museum of Craft and Design. Part prosthesis, part fine jewelery, the c…
English PDF download Level Intermediate +++ XS cropped in KATIA “Cotton Cashmere” col 55 - 50 g/ 155 m XL medium by @alex_meyss - KATIA “Cotton Cashmere” - 50 g/ 155 m M cropped by @la_miss_knitter - WE ARE KNITTERS “Easy Breezy Yarn” col Olive - 100 g/212 m M medium by @caitlinlanssens – BC
From mushrooms to cheese to mini books - here's six of the stranger books to be found in the collection of the Bodleian Libraries Rilke's mushroom spores Mushroom spores growing out of the pages of a book are usually the...
artist faig ahmed has recently revealed a finished artwork whose progress was interrupted by the COVID-19 pandemic, fittingly titled 'doubts'.
It's time to head to the beach in style, so grab your sunscreen and don't forget your cover-up! The Callisia Cover-up free sewing pattern is so versatile, there are endless ways to wear it. Full-length, with double puff bishop sleeves, it can drape beautifully over any swimsuit or a pair of jeans. This beautiful semi-sheer cotton will keep you cute and cool as you sit by the pool! Looking for fabric options with drape? While I used Mood's exclusive Ishvara's Wisdom floral cotton voile for my cover-up, try using silk chiffon or poly charmeuse for a version that will truly flow. How do you plan to style your Callisia Cover-up? Let us know!
7.5" x 5" sculpture of ghostly spectral hand emerging from an antique mirror. Cast in a translucent resin, and hand painted with a brass hanger on the back.
Crazy funny pictures of the randomly strange chocked full of inspirational wisdom, comically vintage pulp and illustrations, and of course, the everyday
Ever wondered why corporate employees often have colorful and unique items like stands, coffee mugs, planners, and fidget toys at their workstations? These items can help reduce stress, boost productivity, and stimulate creativity. Why not add some fun to your own workspace with our adorable Crab Pen Holder? This charming...
And you won't even have to hide its flaws
Once the essential vanity topper, hand mirrors have become almost obsolete–quaint relics to prop on a dresser or cluster on a wall. But for those who like
Artist Ronit Baranga (previously) creates ceramic sculptural works she describes as existing on the “border between living and still life”—objects guaranteed to either tickle your funny bone or haunt your worst nightmares, depending on your perspective. Baranga depicts dishware as sprouting human fingers and gaping mouths as the objects traipse across tabletops or physically cling to one another in a permanent embrace. The pieces are both silly and sinister as they come to life as if from a cartoon. More
Discover Peter Gentenaar's amazing organic paper creations suspended in their flight on Sansible
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To say Irving Harper once worked in the office of George Nelson is kind of like saying Hillary Clinton once worked in the office of Barack Obama — Harper’s contributions were almost too many to count. He worked under Nelson for 17 years and was responsible for some of the studio’s — and design history’s — most famous works, including the Marshmallow sofa and Herman Miller’s still-current logo. Rizzoli recently published a book on Harper, but it wasn’t to set the record straight about who did what (there’s long been controversy over Nelson receiving credit for things that were actually authored by Harper.) No, the book, Irving Harper: Works in Paper, reveals Harper’s even more secret life.
The Eclipse Earrings are dangling asymmetrical hoop earrings featuring two different charms for each ear: one protective eye and one sunburst. Designed in Barcelona and handmade by artisans who work with gold-plated silver in a traditional way in Turkey. Material:Gold-plated silver. Nickel free. Dimensions:~1.77" x 0.6" Slight variation in size and shape is expected as each piece is handmade and unique. Après Ski is an accessories and objects studio from Barcelona, Spain.
Preserving and drying flowers is a craft that has been honed over the ages. Hang drying and air drying are more time-honored, traditional methods of this craft. However, technology has led to the use of microwaves, ovens, and chemicals such as silica gel in the drying process.
A chunky coiled toothbrush holder. Ood is here to keep your teeth cleaning device safe in its curved embrace. It’s also great to hold pens, makeup brushes, anything similar to that size and shape, really!
It does not matter where you live. If you have an idea, the artists will help bring it to life. Every artist is so good, they teach classes to all skill levels.
In the economy that we are experiencing I think we all need some fun, festive and inexpensive ideas to spruce-up our yards. I think that Chi...
English The Sol Top was knit in 100% linen, giving it more body, with a boxy shape and a loose, but not oversized, fit. It’s worked top down, so you can easily choose the length you like. The finishing techniques as well as the slipped stitch border around the neckline and the armhole trim were chosen with the yarn in mind. Finished garment measurements Length (from shoulder): (38)-40-(42)-44(48) cm/ (15)-15.75-(16.5)-17.25-(19)“ Bust circumference: (88)-92-(96)-102-(108) cm/ (34.75)-36.25-(37.75)-40-(42.5)“ Recommended needles 3.5 mm/US 4 circular needle Yarn:CaMaRosa Løvetand 100% Organic Linen, color 406 Perlemor 50 g/140 m (2 oz/153 y): (4)-4-(5)-5.5-(6) balls If you intend to knit a larger garment, you will need more yarn. Español Top Sol esta tejido en 100% lino en punto jersey. Hilado: Lovetand de Camarose en el color 406 Se teje de arriba hacia abajo , con vueltas cortas en los hombros. No requiere coser al final. Medida Prenda terminada: Largo (desde hombro): (38)-40-(42)-44(48) cm Contorno de pecho: (88)-92-(96)-102-(108) cm
