Embroidery

February 20, 2018

Artist Keeps Daily Visual Diary of Botanical Illustrations to Document Found Plant Life

London-based artist Somang Lee explores the beauty of nature with daily botanical illustrations and observational drawings. Using colored pencils, watercolors, and paper cutouts, Lee began keeping an artist journal in 2016 to document the various plant life she finds while on walks. The ongoing project has become the artist’s personal “investigation into the natural world.

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February 5, 2018

15+ Creative Toys for Grown-Ups That Prove You’re Never Too Old to Play

On a mission to prove that playfulness doesn't dim with age, many fun-loving designers turn to childhood classics for inspiration. On top of sophisticated temporary tattoos, adult coloring books, and alcoholic ice cream, this design approach has popped up as another fun trend: toys for grown-ups. Traditionally made with only children in mind, most toys are abandoned once adulthood hits. However, thanks to today's fun-loving creators, playthings are no longer just for kids.

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January 22, 2018

Artist Hand-Stitches “Floating Embroidery” on Translucent Tulle Fabric

Embroidery is a delicate art at the best of times, but Russian textile designer Katerina Marchenko takes the skillful craft to the next level. By hand-stitching nature-inspired embroidery designs onto net-like tulle fabric, Marchenko creates mesmerizing floating illusions. The dazzling designs shimmer on the translucent fabric: colorful insects flutter and birds soar through the air, while fish appear to swim inside the embroidery hoop “fish bowls.

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