Crafts

July 1, 2024

Artist Transforms Discarded Books Headed for the Landfill Into Enchanting Portals

Artist Isobelle Ouzman first started making altered books in 2012 after coming across a box of water-logged books sitting on a street in Seattle. Little did she know that those first early experiments with cutting and gluing pages together would lead to what is now her full-time focus. Ouzman has built a career transforming discarded, unwanted books into portals to magical worlds.

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May 12, 2024

Delicate Cut Paper Sculptures Raise Awareness About Dangers of Coral Bleaching

Artist Rogan Brown is known for taking delicate sheets of paper and turning them into gorgeous three-dimensional sculptures of coral reefs. His work is so incredible that it's hard to believe that we're not looking at images taken in nature. Brown's portfolio of work showcases endless examples of what can happen when art and conservation come together to raise awareness and inspire change. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)

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March 11, 2024

30 Springtime Crafts That Will Make You Feel Creatively Renewed This Season

Now that we have made it through the doldrums of winter, there's a new energy in the air. The sun shines for longer and you can retire your winter gloves! With the advent of the spring season, it's the perfect time to take your renewed spirit and channel it into craft ideas and fun DIY projects. If you’re nervous about starting something new, have no fear.

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My Modern Met

Celebrating creativity and promoting a positive culture by spotlighting the best sides of humanity—from the lighthearted and fun to the thought-provoking and enlightening.