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February 6, 2024

26 Accessories and Apparel Celebrating Black History Month That You Can Wear All Year Round

Carter G. Woodson—known as the “Father of Black History”—once said, “If a race has no history, it has no worthwhile tradition, it becomes a negligible factor in the thought of the world, and it stands in danger of being exterminated.” He made this observation at a time when the role and contributions of African Americans in American history were largely erased from the narrative.

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January 11, 2024

Traditional Japanese Handicrafts Inspired by Studio Ghibli’s ‘My Neighbor Totoro’

Some of the most talented Japanese artisans have come together for a unique collaboration. Inspired by Totoro, the cuddly protagonist of Studio Ghibli's My Neighbor Totoro (1988), this new collection spotlights some traditional Japanese crafts, resulting in a charming line of memorabilia. The new Totoro items were created by artists connected to Nakagawa Masashichi Shoten, a purveyor of traditional Japanese crafts.

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January 2, 2024

Fun Ceramic Whale Sculpture Can Hold Pencils and Flowers in Its Blowhole

Cartoons are often rendered with bold black outlines that emphasize their two-dimensionality. French artist Jean Jullien brings this distinct style into his 3D work with one of his latest sculptures titled La Baleine, or “The Whale” in French. Made in collaboration with Case Studyo, this whimsical yet functional piece looks like a flat drawing at first glance, but it's actually a fully rendered ceramic sculpture with plenty of uses.

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