Design

August 14, 2019

This Elegant Table Also Functions as a Beautiful Succulent Garden

If you’re a lover of house plants, chances are you’re running out of places to keep your abundance of leafy friends. That’s why BloomingTables came up with a genius solution that allows you to seamlessly bring the beauty of the outdoors indoors, all while saving space. In a recently launched Kickstarter campaign, the team of innovators and nature lovers have debuted BloomingTables—an elegant piece of furniture that doubles as a succulent garden.

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August 8, 2019

Quirky Enamel Pins Reimagine Famous Artists as Avant-Garde Cats

If you're on the hunt for an easy way to turn an ordinary outfit into an artistic ensemble, look no further than Niaski‘s purr-fect pins. Pairing two of her passions—art history and her own beloved pets—the British designer has created Artist Cats, a line of enamel accessories that whimsically explore “the life and times of artistic felines.” In this collection of artist cat pins, you'll find a cast of quirky characters.

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August 7, 2019

New York Public Library Staff Reveal Their Meaningful Literary Tattoos

Tattoos offer an artistic way to pay homage to life’s passions. For the staff of the New York Public Library (NYPL), literature is their life—and they have the body art to prove it. A recent blog post on the NYPL website features a selection of staff members' tattoos that celebrate their favorite books, inspiring authors, and even now-defunct card catalogs. Each design is as different as their positions within the library.

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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.