Design

July 19, 2019

8 of the Best Museum Gift Shops You Can Browse Online

For centuries, museums have played a pivotal role in the preservation and presentation of art. In addition to maintaining collections, however, modern-day museums offer all kinds of extra goodies, including fun events, unique public programs, and, of course, gift shops! In the past, you likely perused these stores after a long day at the museum.

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July 18, 2019

Adorable ‘Neko Cup’ Lets You Create Sleepy Cat Sculptures Out of Sand

Taking toys to the beach just got a lot cuter thanks to the Neko Cup. Designed by Yuka Morii and sold by Japanese design brand h-concept, the adorable object is a silhouette of a napping cat made from biomass plastic. The feline looks like a solid piece, but it’s actually a hollow sculpture that allows you to pack it with sand, soil, or snow. When the creature-shaped mold is pulled away, a sleepy kitty remains.

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July 15, 2019

Sigma Reveals the World’s Smallest Full-Frame Mirrorless Camera Called the ‘fp’

Sigma has just announced that they’ve created “the world’s smallest and lightest ‘pocketable full-frame’ camera.” Called the Sigma fp, this diminutive mirrorless device measures just 4.43 x 2.75 x 1.78 inches and weighs a mere 14.89 ounces when equipped with a memory card and its battery. But don’t let its small size fool you—this camera packs a big punch and will appeal to an array of image makers with its 3.

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July 12, 2019

These Elegant Bottles Are Made of Soap Instead of Plastic to Create Zero Waste

Plastic packaging from cosmetic and toiletry products are some of the many items that are choking our oceans and piling up on landfills. Around 552 million shampoo bottles are thrown away every year, and only 1 in 5 people consistently recycle items from their bathroom. Luckily, many eco-conscious designers are working on developing new alternatives to synthetic containers to help reduce our plastic footprint.

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