The Incredible Narrative Pumpkin Carvings of Jeff Stikeman
The narrative pumpkin carvings by Boston architectural illustrator Jeff Stikeman don't use stencils, they aren't found in Martha Stewart magazine and chances are you haven't…
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Darth Disco Ball Tutorial (That’s Easier Than Justin Poulsen’s).
Featured on Bored Panda today was a fabulous homemade Darth Vader Disco ball by Justin Poulsen that's getting lots of buzz. As he described the…
The Book Block Project – Quality Notebooks Creative Types Can Customize
The Book Block Project is a way to design and print your own notebooks in full color 2400×2400 dpi, with your choice of paper, ribbon and elastic. Ordinarily, to have your own design manufactured and produced in this high a quality, you’d have to order something like a minimum of 500 – until now. (more…)
The Hot Back To School Item – Interactive Pixel Bags and Where To Get ‘Em.
A rapidly growing trend throughout Europe - and hoping to catch on here in the US - are these interactive Pixel Bags. Engaging and creative…
Intricately Hand Etched and Carved Eggshells by Beth Magnuson.
In the tiny tourist town of Bishop Hill, Illinois is a small quaint cottage-like boutique named The Feathered Nest at Windy Corner. Beth Magnuson, owner…
The Ugly Christmas Sweater Kit is the Ultimate DIY Project for the Holiday.
Sure, you can go buy an ugly Christmas sweater to wear to one of the many “Ugly Christmas Sweater” parties this season, or you can have one that will blow everyone away BECAUSE YOU MADE IT yourself. That’s right, there’s now The Ugly Christmas Sweater Kit that is both affordable and easy. (more…)
A New Book Exposes The Dark Side of LEGO. And It’s Beautiful.
Beautiful LEGO 2: Dark is a follow up to last year's popular book Beautiful LEGO by Mike Doyle. This newly published hardcover book features Gothic,…
Whack Piñatas – So Stylish You’ll Find Them Hard To Hit.
Whack Piñatas are a more stylish take on the traditional candy-filled paper maché creations. Handcrafted in Southern California, they have hip and fun options for…
Modern Porcelain Christmas Ornaments For a Truly White Christmas.
I just love the simplicity of these beautifully modern porcelain Christmas Ornaments. Handcrafted by Kina Gorska of Kina Ceramic Design, they add a touch of elegance – or whimsy – to your Christmas tree, depending upon which you prefer. (more…)
Ellen November Turns The Thomas Guide Into Terrific Textile Art.
Already an accomplished photographer, multi-talented artist Ellen November is also darn impressive with a needle and thread. Ellen November Textile Art Her current textile work…