Design

October 2, 2019

Enamel Pins Reimagine Pioneering Modern and Contemporary Artists as Cool Cats

It's no secret that art and cats make a purr-fect pair. While plenty of today's top artists playfully incorporate cats into their work, there's one feline fanatic who seems to be leading the pack: Niaski. The British designer has blended her two passions—art history and her own pets—to craft a collection of artist cat pins fit for any creative cat lover.

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September 27, 2019

10 Art Books That Will Nourish Your Creative Soul This Month

Cooler temperatures are on their way (and soon, we hope), so it's time to load your library with good books. After all, there are few things better than hunkering down with an enthralling edition. Need suggestions for what to read? We've found some of the best creative publications that you can enjoy with a cup of hot apple cider.

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September 26, 2019

Elegant Style Blossoms When You Wear These Cool Blue Floral Temporary Tattoos

When it comes to impermanent ink, Tattly is leading the pack. Guided by the basic belief that “great design and art can make people happy,” the Tattly team works with today's top creatives to produce temporary tattoos with an artistic twist, whether inspired by flowery embroidery, inspirational text, or, in the case of their Blue Florals set, paintings of cool botanicals.

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September 24, 2019

Japanese KitKats Are Replacing Plastic Packaging with Origami Paper You Can Turn into Cranes

From plant-based, bioplastic LEGO to Adidas’s first fully recyclable running shoe, companies worldwide are working hard to make their products and packaging more sustainable. Last year, food and drink manufacturer Nestlé announced that it plans to use 100% recyclable packaging for its products by 2025. As part of that goal, Nestlé Japan recently released new packaging for its popular miniature KitKat chocolate bars, which will now be wrapped in origami paper instead of plastic.

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