The Miniature Life Calendar 2018 Is Here
Tatsuya Tanaka is part miniature photographer and part writer. Born in Kumamoto in 1981, his miniature life photo collections have been published in multiple books and yearly calendars since 2011. (more…)
Art History Heroes Collection from Today Is Art Day
These cute little 5" tall, high-quality PVC (plastic) in the likenesses of Frida Khalo, Vincent Van Gogh, Leonardo da Vinci, Vermeer and Rembrandt are members…
Macabre Miniature Narratives In Acrylic Bubbles
Abigail Goldman has a sick sense of humor. And people love it. Her handmade "Die-O-ramas" are miniature narratives in which grisly murders of all types…
Urban Concrete Cuckoo Clocks and Brutalist Birdhouses.
If It's Hip, It's Here has long been a fan of modern cuckoo clocks as is evident by previous posts beginning with our first way back…
This Seinfeld Set Replica of Jerry’s Apartment Tops my Wish List.
I am really drawn to architectural miniatures and pop culture / television, so when I saw that an official authentic recreation of Jerry's apartment from…
New One of A Kind Snow Globes From Martin & Muñoz
I first introduced you to artists Walter Martin and Paloma Muñoz and their work way back in 2007 and then again in 2009 . The…
Hungarian Designer Repurposes Timepieces as Art
Hungarian jewelry designer Barbara Katona garnered the audience vote in Poland’s Lódź Design Remade Market Contest. Her repurposed watches and clocks were created, in her words, “to keep people from forgetting to smile and to stop once in a while in this hectic world.” (more…)
Radio Flyer Launches The Tesla S RideOn Model For Kids
Elon Musk and his electric car company, Tesla Motors, have teamed up with the classic red wagon builder, Radio Flyer, to create The Tesla S Model For Kids – a scaled-down replica ride-on toy of the bestselling Tesla Model S sedan. (more…)
Micro Matter by Rosa de Jong
Micro Matter is Amsterdam-based Rosa de Jong’s ongoing series of tiny precious worlds encased in glass. Miniature handmade skyscrapers, barns, cottages, water towers – even camping tents – sit upon grassy unearthed terrains as if they were floating islands. (more…)
Gift Guide For Mid-Century Modern Design Lovers.
Wondering what to get the Mid-Century Modern Design Lover for the holidays? You still have time! Here are 20+ terrific options that any enthusiast of the genre would appreciate. From stocking stuffers to home decor, these iconic pieces by the likes of George Nelson, Alexander Girard, Charles and Ray Eames, Kay Bojensen and more range in price and size. (more…)
