Crafts

June 15, 2024

Woodcarver Designs Whimsical Kinetic Sculptures Featuring Lovable Characters

Uniquely inventive, kinetic art instills otherwise stationary pieces with fluid movement. Italian artist Amedeo Capelli specializes in this style, carving dynamic pieces of art out of wood that feature a colorful cast of characters. Capelli's work is whimsical, wholesome, and wildly detailed, as the artist uses a complex set of wooden gears and turntables to get his creations moving. The focus of many of Capelli's creations, or, as he calls them, automatas, are animals.

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May 25, 2024

Wholesome Video of Commuters Having a Fun Knitting Party on the Subway

One stitch at a time, a passenger sitting on a train transformed an average commute into a knitting frenzy. A fun video, shot from the perspective of the crafter, sparked an exciting series of interactions. It was then posted to Reddit, where people commented on the feel-good spirit of the event. Initially, the camera shows a row of people sitting on a subway. These passengers appear to be enjoying their journey.

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May 10, 2024

Cozy Fireplace Mugs That Look Like They Belong in Mini Homes

Over the years, artists have become experts at designing little worlds that are contained within everyday objects. After all, with mini sculptures, they have the power to create an entire universe that fits in the palm of their hand. Michelle Briones, a Portland-based mixed media artist, has taken this idea and run with it, sculpting her handmade mugs to look like cozy miniature fireplaces.

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February 29, 2024

Thought-Provoking Art Made With Ordinary White Sheets of Paper

For centuries, artists have been creating paper art in one way or another. Contemporary artists like Peter Callesen, however, have been pushing the envelope of what is possible with the material in new and inventive ways. By utilizing his colorful imagination and eye for detail, Callesen is able to transform ordinary sheets of white copy paper into magnificent miniature sculptures.

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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.